Northwest Wyoming
About Northwest Wyoming
Northwest Wyoming is the crown jewel of the Rockies, home to the legendary Jackson Hole basin, Yellowstone National Park, and the wild Absaroka ranges near Cody. This region offers the most diverse trout water in the state, anchored by the famous Snake River drainage—the native home of the unique Fine-Spotted Cutthroat Trout.
Anglers flock to Jackson Hole for opportunities to float the Snake below the Tetons or wade high-alpine creeks like the Gros Ventre and Hoback. Further east, the Shoshone River and the North Fork of the Shoshone offer world-class freestone and tailwater fishing near Cody. From the thermal features of the Firehole to the canyon runs of the Clarks Fork, Northwest Wyoming defines bucket-list fly fishing.
Fly Fishing Rivers in Northwest Wyoming
Buffalo Fork - Jackson Hole
Wyoming
Clarks Fork Yellowstone River - Upper
Wyoming
Firehole River - West Yellowstone
Wyoming
Firehole River - Upper Yellowstone
Wyoming
Flat Creek - Above Cache Creek (Jackson Hole)
Wyoming
Flat Creek - Below Cache Creek (Jackson)
Wyoming
Gibbon River - Madison Junction (Yellowstone Park)
Wyoming
Greybull River
Wyoming
Greys River
Wyoming
Gros Ventre River - Kelly to Moose
Wyoming
Hoback River - Granite Creek to Snake
Wyoming
Lamar River - Tower Falls Area
Wyoming
North Fork Shoshone River - Wapiti
Wyoming
Pacific Creek
Wyoming
Salt River
Wyoming
Slough Creek
Wyoming
Snake River - Canyon
Wyoming
Snake River - Below Flat Creek
Wyoming
Snake River - Jackson Lake
Wyoming
Snake River - Moose
Wyoming
Snake River - Near Moran
Wyoming
Snake River - Flagg Ranch
Wyoming
Soda Butte Creek
Wyoming
South Fork Shoshone River
Wyoming
Yellowstone River - Fishing Bridge
Wyoming
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best fly fishing rivers in the Northwest Wyoming?
The Fly Fishing Greybull River is widely considered the crown jewel of the Northwest Wyoming, but the area offers many excellent options. Be sure to explore the various tributaries and sections listed in our guide for diverse experiences.
When is the best time to fly fish in the Northwest Wyoming?
While summer (June-September) offers the most consistent dry fly action, the Northwest Wyoming has productive fishing year-round. Fall brings aggressive brown trout and excellent streamer fishing, while spring sees important hatches like Blue Winged Olives. Winter tailwater fisheries can also be excellent.
What fish species can I catch in the Northwest Wyoming?
Anglers can primarily target Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout, with Cutthroat Trout and Brook Trout available in higher elevation streams. Some waters also hold Mountain Whitefish and other species.
