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Mountain whitefish

Prosopium williamsoni

Family
Salmonidae
Max Length
70 cm
Max Weight
2.9 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
456

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Maggots

    Effective, especially in colder water.

  • Worms

    Small pieces on small hooks work best.

  • Grasshoppers

    Good choice during summer months.

  • Stonefly nymphs

    Match the hatch on rivers.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Silver or gold blades are popular.

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  • Blue Fox Vibrax Minnow Spin #2Spinner

    Mimics small baitfish.

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  • Kastmaster 1/8 ozSpoon

    Silver or gold in clear water.

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  • Bead Head Hare's Ear Nymph #14Fly

    A classic nymph pattern.

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  • Pat's Rubber Legs #12Fly

    Effective stonefly imitation.

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Techniques

Use light line (2-4 lb test) for better presentation and sensitivity, and fish near the bottom in runs and riffles.

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Where to Find Mountain whitefish

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Mountain whitefish?+

Popular baits for Mountain whitefish include Maggots, Worms, Grasshoppers, Stonefly nymphs, Mepps Aglia #0. Tip: Use light line (2-4 lb test) for better presentation and sensitivity, and fish near the bottom in runs and riffles.

Where can I catch Mountain whitefish?+

Mountain whitefish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include British Columbia, Canada; Alberta, Canada; Montana, United States. WikiCatch lists 456 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Mountain whitefish get?+

Mountain whitefish (Prosopium williamsoni) can reach up to 69.9999988079071 cm in length and 2.9 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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