Fruitland angler hooks recordbreaking rainbow trout in N. Idaho
Jan 26, 2026
On January 13, Todd Phillips of Fruitland caught a record-breaking 20.03-pound rainbow trout near Orofino, Idaho.According to a press release from Idaho Fish and Game, Phillips took to Dworshak Reservoir in northern Idaho to fis
h during breaks in the inclement weather.While out on the water, the tip of his fishing rod bent violently towards the surface, revealing to Phillips that he had caught a trout the size of a Chinook Salmon.ALSO READ | Utah angler sets Idaho record with massive 42-inch lake troutUpon measuring the fish, he discovered his catch became the new Idaho certified weight record. The trout edged the previous record-holder by .03 pounds.In the press release, IDFG noted that "Most anglers will agree, any time a rainbow trout takes two hands to hold up, it's worthy of a days highlight reel."IDFG applauds Phillips, saying, "Congratulations on the new spot atop the Idaho state record books!"
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