Green River Fishing
Green River, from its beginnings in the Wind River Mountains in Wyoming to its confluence with the mighty Colorado River, is a beautiful and scenic waterway. If variety is the spice of the outdoorsman's life, then this river system must be one of the great Mecca's of the natural world. Below Flaming Gorge Dam, Green River is a world-renowned fly fishing stream. Its clear emerald waters boast six species of trout, something that can be said of few river systems. The cutthroat trout is native, but the brown trout, rainbow trout, brook trout, lake trout and even the elusive golden have been successfully introduced, and are prospering in Green River.
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Reel Deal Anglers: Green River "Wild Country" Trip
A freestone river with huge wild trout. Less pressure makes this river a unique experience. A true guide's favorite river! Find out why...
(307) 413-0669
Orvis / Spotted Horse Ranch Fishing Outfitters
Orvis-endorsed Lodge and guide service right in Jackson Hole. Hoback River fishing out your cabin door, on-site trout pond and Green River trips.
(800) 528-2084
High Country Flies - The Fly Fishing Resource
Jackson's only shop devoted entirely to fly fishing. Full service fly shop offering guided fishing trips since 1974. Come see the local experts!!
(866) 733-7210
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Jackson Hole Anglers - Flyfish the Green River
When it comes to fishing Jackson Hole regional waters, we are the experts. Full- and 1/2-day rates, enjoy Snake, Salt & Green Rivers near Pinedale. Excellent angling!
(888) 458-7688
Klay Mangis Fishing Guide Service - Green River
One of Jackson's most productive fishing guides. Having grown up on the great waters like the Snake, Green and New Fork, Klay will put you into fish!
(307) 733-8553
Grayling inhabit some of the headwater lakes. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are available in Flaming Gorge Reservoir, as are Kokanee and catfish. Even a few northern pike exist down around the Colorado, Utah border.
The average fish is 15-17 inches long. The record, a 29 pound brown, was caught in 1996.
The Green flows through a scenic, steep-walled canyon. The rugged terrain allows access in only three areas: just below the dam, Little Hole, and Browns Park. You can drive to these locations and fish your way up or down the stream, or float the river in a drift boat or rubber raft.
The Green River, from Flaming Gorge Dam in Utah to the Colorado State line, is the most popular section of river for anglers. It supports large numbers of fishermen each year yet holds up remarkably well despite such pressures.
Eighty percent of the fishing pressure is located within the seven miles from the dam to Little Hole.
Fishing is restricted to artificial flies or lures. Catch-and-release is highly encouraged but limited harvest is permitted. Fly tackle is most commonly used but spinners and Rapalas are also effective.
Insect hatches are prolific. Scuds are a primary food source and are effective throughout the year. Midges work on and below the surface during the winter and early spring. Blue-winged olives hatch in incredible numbers in the spring. Big cicadas produce exciting fishing during the early summer; ants, hoppers and many dry fly patterns work well through the summer and early fall.
Green River currently is one of the best fisheries in the continent and is definitely a world class fishery in every sense of the term. It has a fascinating angling history that aptly illustrates the value of special regulations and informed management.
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