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Rio Grande cutthroat trout

Oncorhynchus virginalis virginalis

Family
Salmonidae
Max Length
99 cm
Max Weight
18.6 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater, freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
38

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Earthworms

    A classic bait, rig on a small hook.

  • Grasshoppers

    Effective in late summer, impale on hook.

  • Crickets

    Use a small hook and float.

  • Mealworms

    Good for clear, slow-moving water.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #2Spinner

    Silver blade, good in clear water.

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  • Blue Fox Vibrax #2Spinner

    Brass color catches their attention.

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  • Panther Martin SpinnerSpinner

    Works in shallow water.

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  • Woolly BuggerFly

    Versatile, use in various colors.

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  • Elk Hair CaddisFly

    Great dry fly pattern.

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Techniques

Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout prefer cooler, well-oxygenated water; focus your efforts in riffles and runs during warmer months.

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Where to Find Rio Grande cutthroat trout

Colorado, United States20 spotsNew Mexico, United States12 spotsKansas, United States2 spotsFlorida, United States1 spotsUtah, United States1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Rio Grande cutthroat trout?+

Popular baits for Rio Grande cutthroat trout include Earthworms, Grasshoppers, Crickets, Mealworms, Mepps Aglia #2. Tip: Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout prefer cooler, well-oxygenated water; focus your efforts in riffles and runs during warmer months.

Where can I catch Rio Grande cutthroat trout?+

Rio Grande cutthroat trout can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Colorado, United States; New Mexico, United States; Kansas, United States. WikiCatch lists 38 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Rio Grande cutthroat trout get?+

Rio Grande cutthroat trout (Oncorhynchus virginalis virginalis) can reach up to 99.00000095367432 cm in length and 18.6 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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