Trout Fishing Tips

Last month, Yellowstone National Park Service imposed a restriction on afternoon fishing (so anglers couldn't fish during afternoon hours). The reason for the restriction was to help trout, which are easily stressed during water temperatures above 70 degrees Fahrenheit). Any trout caught in warmer water, has a good a chance of not surviving.

But now that afternoon temperatures in the region have cooled down (thus lowering the water temperature too) - the restriction has been lifted. Anglers can now fish for trout during afternoon hours!

Be sure to check all the fishing regs for Yellowstone National Park before you go fishing!

Labels: Fishing in Yellowstone, Yellow stone Fishing, Yellowstone River

Come July 15th, the famous spring creek stretch of the Yellowstone River will be officially open for trout fishing!

Yellowstone River is home to the famous Yellowstone Cutthroat trout. Unfortunately, these trout populations have been declining due to competition from Lake trout (which are not native to the river).

There are some fishing regulations you should be aware of. Fishing tackle must be non-toxic (this means lead split-shot sinkers, soft lead-weighted ribbon for nymph fishing and other toxic tackle are not allowed).

A special fishing permit is needed to fish in Yellowstone Park. Current fees are $15 for a 3-day pass; $20 for seven days, or $35 for a season permit. You can purchase this permit at a ranger station, visitor center or at any Yellowstone General Store. As always, fees are subject to change without notice.

A Wyoming fishing license is required for fishing in the Grand Teton Park and Rockefeller Memorial Parkway. These licenses can be purchased at Moose Village Store, Signal Mountain Lodge, Colter Bay Marina and Flagg Ranch Village.

Good luck fishing!

Labels: Yellowstone Cutthroat trout, Yellowstone River