Wind River

Wind River is a river flowing through Wyoming, United States. River fishing rewards anglers who learn to read current — fish hold in the seams between fast and slow water, behind rocks and submerged logs, and at the heads and tails of pools. At Wind River, working a lure or fly down-and-across the current usually outperforms casting straight upstream. Higher water concentrates fish; clear, low water makes them spookier.

Location

43.3792, -109.2547 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Rainbow troutBrown troutWalleyeSaugerCutthroat troutCommon carp

Fishing Techniques

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

• For Brown trout

  When fishing streams, focus on seams and current breaks, where trout hold to ambush prey.

• For Walleye

  Focus your efforts around dawn and dusk, as walleye are typically more active during these low-light periods; use a slow, deliberate retrieve, as walleye often prefer a subtle presentation.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Wind River.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Wind River should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Wyoming before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Wind River.

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