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Rainbow Trout Regulations — Wyoming 2026

Source: Wyoming Game and Fish Department · Always verify before fishing
Quick Reference — Wyoming Rainbow Trout
Minimum Size
No statewide minimum on most waters
Daily Bag Limit
6 trout per day (combined all trout species)
Possession: 12
Season
Year-round on most waters. Some waters have seasonal closures for spawning.
Special Rules & Notes
Some Blue Ribbon fisheries have special regulations — artificial only, catch-and-release, or reduced bag limits. Snake River and its tributaries have specific rules.
Popular Wyoming Waters
  • Snake River
  • North Platte River
  • Green River
  • Yellowstone River
  • Wind River
Tips for Wyoming Rainbow Trout Fishing
Wyoming's Blue Ribbon trout streams rival any in the country.
The Snake River Canyon near Jackson is world-famous for dry fly fishing for cutthroat trout.
Common Questions
The statewide limit is 6 trout per day (all species combined) with 12 in possession. Blue Ribbon fisheries have stricter regulations — check specific water rules.
Related Regulations
🐟 Rainbow Trout
Colorado
Varies — most stocked waters: no minimum. Wild trout sections: varies. · 4–8 trout per day depending on water type
🐟 Rainbow Trout
Montana
Varies by water — most rivers: 12-inch minimum on rainbows · 5 trout per day (many rivers are catch-and-release for rainbows)
Important: Fishing regulations change annually. This page reflects regulations for 2026 but always verify current rules with Wyoming Game and Fish Department before fishing. Some waters have special regulations that differ from the statewide rules.