Wyoming Fishing Lakes
Lake-by-lake species, seasonal bite, boat access, and regulations for the biggest fishing lakes in Wyoming.
Boysen Reservoir
Flaming Gorge Reservoir
Jackson Lake
Pathfinder Reservoir
Yellowstone Lake
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Boysen ReservoirFremont County · 19,560 acres
Boysen Reservoir
Boysen Reservoir is on the Wind River in central Wyoming, north of Shoshoni. It is best known for walleye and sauger, with trout and perch too.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Walleye
Strong hatches have produced good numbers of 12 to 20 inch fish.
Sauger
River current and deep holes. Jigs and minnows in cold water.
Yellow Perch
Schools on mud and sand flats. Great through the ice.
Rainbow Trout
Shorelines and inlets in cool months, deeper water in summer.
Brown Trout
Low-light hours and cold water. Big fish on minnow baits.
Boat launches
6 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Brannon rampFeeBoysen State Park, north end near Shoshoni; floating dock, day-use feeDirections ↗
- Tough Creek rampFeeBoysen State Park; floating dock, day-use feeDirections ↗
- Cottonwood rampFeeBoysen State Park; floating dock, day-use feeDirections ↗
- Fremont rampFeeBoysen State Park; concrete dock, day-use feeDirections ↗
- Lakeside rampFeeBoysen State Park; ramp only, day-use feeDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee Wyoming Game & Fish or the lake manager's website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Statewide limits for species in this lake, confirmed from the official state regulations. The state lists no special rule for this lake. Minimum size and daily limit.
| Species | Min size | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout Lakes 6 (streams 3) combined trout; only 1 trout over 16 in | See Wyoming rules book ↗ | 6 / day combined |
| Brown Trout Lakes 6 (streams 3) combined trout; only 1 trout over 16 in | See Wyoming rules book ↗ | 6 / day combined |
| Walleye Area/water exceptions apply | See Wyoming rules book ↗ | 6 / day |
| Sauger Area/water exceptions apply | See Wyoming rules book ↗ | 2 / day |
| Yellow Perch Combined with crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, green sunfish, rock bass, bullhead, drum, stonecat | See Wyoming rules book ↗ | 50 / day combined |
Bait & tackle nearby
Closest shops to the lake and its boat launches. Call ahead for live bait and hours.
- Boysen MarinaNearby827 Brannon Rd, Shoshoni, WYDirections ↗
- Sportsman's WarehouseNearby2010 N Federal Blvd, Riverton, WY(307) 840-7200Directions ↗
Local tips
- The Wind River drainage limit is 6 walleye and 2 sauger a day.
- Keep fish whole until you leave the water or ice.
- Ice fishing for walleye and sauger is good in winter.
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Jackson LakeTeton County · 25,540 acres
Jackson Lake
A large, high-elevation lake at the foot of the Teton Range in Grand Teton National Park, raised by Jackson Lake Dam on the Snake River. It is known for lake trout, cutthroat and brown trout in cold, deep water.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Lake Trout
Deep, cold water. Jig or troll deep in summer; fish come shallower after ice-out and in fall.
Cutthroat Trout
Native Snake River fine-spotted cutthroat. Cast spoons and flies along shorelines and inlets.
Brown Trout
Shoreline structure and river mouths, best at low light.
Mountain Whitefish
Native. Small flies or bait near the bottom.
Boat launches
4 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Colter Bay MarinaMarinaPark concession marina, open during summer operations. Boat and RV day parking in Colter Bay VillageDirections ↗
- Leeks MarinaMarinaPark concession marina, open during summer operationsDirections ↗
- Signal Mountain MarinaMarinaMarina open in summer; NPS currently lists the Signal Mountain boat ramp as closedDirections ↗
- Spalding Bay LaunchRampNPS gravel launch for small boats. Vault toilets, no water; large-trailer parking by reservationDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Jackson Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Wyoming Game and Fish Department (2026 regulations on eRegulations) ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Jackson Lake ↗Local tips
- Every boat needs a Grand Teton boat permit and an aquatic invasive species inspection before launching.
- The lake is drawn down for irrigation, so late-season levels can close ramps; check NPS status first.
- Water stays below 60 F even in summer and afternoon winds build fast; wear a life jacket.
Pathfinder ReservoirNatrona & Carbon Counties · 22,012 acres
Pathfinder Reservoir
A high-desert reservoir on the North Platte River about 47 miles southwest of Casper, behind the historic Pathfinder Dam. It is known for walleye and trout, including the only established population of Ohrid trout in the U.S.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Walleye
Rocky points and shorelines in spring and early summer. Jigs and crawler rigs work well.
Rainbow Trout
Stocked annually. Troll or cast from shore in spring and fall when the water is cool.
Cutthroat Trout
Stocked annually. Fish the same areas and methods as rainbows.
Brown Trout
Fewer fish but some large ones. Best in spring and fall near inflows and rocky banks.
Ohrid Trout
A rare, unusual catch. Usually taken incidentally while trout fishing.
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Bishop's PointFreeNatrona County campground with boat ramp; $15/night campingDirections ↗
- Pathfinder MarinaMarinaMarina listed by Natrona County Parks; call ahead for servicesDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee Natrona County Parks or Reclamation for all ramps and campgrounds (Diabase, Sage, Weiss, Wolf Point)Directions ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Pathfinder Reservoir are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Wyoming Game and Fish Department (2026 regulations on eRegulations) ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
Closest shops to the lake and its boat launches. Call ahead for live bait and hours.
- Ugly Bug Fly ShopNearby240 South Center Street, Casper(307) 234-6905Directions ↗
Local tips
- Wind comes up fast on this open, high-elevation water; watch the forecast in small boats.
- Water levels drop through the irrigation season, which can affect ramps late in summer.
- Clean, drain and dry your boat; Wyoming requires aquatic invasive species inspections.