Green Fishing Forecast
Tailwater below Fontenelle Dam
Open year-round (check section regs)
Below Fontenelle Dam - open year-round. Other sections may follow general season. Check WGFD regs
Today's Fishing Conditions
Fair
Updated 10:11 AM
-1799966°F
715 CFS
4 AM - 6 AM
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Quick Facts
Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Cutthroat Trout
tailwater
36°F - 46°F
March Fishing Tactics
Primary Targets
Recommended Tactics
Spring transition begins. BWOs emerge on overcast afternoons.
March Hatches
Skwala
Stonefly
Early season stonefly, hatches on warm afternoons
BWO
Mayfly
Blue Wing Olives hatch on overcast days, spring and fall
Midge
Midge
Year-round in tailwaters, winter staple
Scud
Crustacean
Year-round tailwater food source
Year-Round Fishing Guide
| Month | Water Temp | Tactics |
|---|---|---|
| January | 32-38°F | Nymphing, Midges, Small Streamers |
| February | 32-40°F | Nymphing, Midges, Small Streamers |
| March(Now) | 36-46°F | Dry Flies, BWOs, Skwala |
| April | 42-52°F | Dry Flies, BWOs, Skwala |
| May | 48-58°F | Dry Flies, BWOs, Skwala |
| June | 54-64°F | Hoppers, Terrestrials, PMDs |
| July | 58-68°F | Hoppers, Terrestrials, PMDs |
| August | 60-70°F | Hoppers, Terrestrials, PMDs |
| September | 54-64°F | Streamers, BWOs, October Caddis |
| October | 46-56°F | Streamers, BWOs, October Caddis |
| November | 38-46°F | Streamers, BWOs, October Caddis |
| December | 32-40°F | Nymphing, Midges, Small Streamers |
Spawning Seasons
Please respect spawning fish and their redds. Avoid fishing over actively spawning trout.
Brown Trout
Spawn months: October, November
Night spawning common. Males become very dark with pronounced kype during spawn.
Rainbow Trout
Spawn months: March, April
Resident rainbow trout spawn in smaller tributaries and tend to build smaller redds than steelhead.
Cutthroat Trout
Spawn months: May, June, July
Spring spawners. Timing varies by subspecies and elevation - coastal populations spawn earlier (Feb-Mar), inland populations later (May-July). Eggs develop for 6-7 weeks before hatching.
Access Points & Parking for Green
Green River Lakes
Headwaters access in the Wind Rivers.
Warren Bridge
Popular access to quality water.
Daniel
Town access with services.
Seedskadee NWR
Refuge access to lower river.
How to Fish Green: Tips & Tactics
The Green River in Wyoming flows from the Wind River Range through spectacular high desert country, offering excellent fishing for brown, rainbow, and cutthroat trout.
Best Times of Day
Summer offers the best fishing after runoff. Fall brings excellent conditions with aggressive browns. The upper river fishes well in late summer.
Recommended Techniques
Match the diverse hatches. Streamers are effective for brown trout. The upper river offers small stream fishing.
Water Conditions
The Green varies from small headwaters to larger water downstream. High runoff in spring. Beautiful high desert scenery.
Fly Selection
Caddis and stonefly patterns. PMD and BWO for mayflies. Hopper patterns in late summer. Streamers for browns.
Local Knowledge
The Wind River Range headwaters are spectacular. Pinedale is the primary destination. The Green becomes the famous Utah tailwater downstream.
Local Tips
Pinedale is the gateway to the Green. The Wind River Range provides stunning scenery. Native cutthroat are a treat.
When is the Best Time to Fish Green?
Spring
High runoff. Limited fishing.
Summer
Prime season after runoff. Fish the headwaters.
Fall
Brown trout become aggressive. Excellent.
Winter
Limited access due to weather.
Recommended Equipment for Green
Rod
9-foot, 5 or 6-weight.
Line
Floating for dries. Sink-tip for streamers.
Leader & Tippet
9-foot tapered leader, 4X-5X tippet.
Waders
Breathable waders. Cold mountain water.
Essential Flies
Green Fishing Regulations
Season
Check Wyoming Game and Fish.
Limits
Trout limits apply. Cutthroat regulations.
Special Regulations
Cutthroat regulations protect natives.
Bait Restrictions
Artificial only in some sections.
Notes
Native cutthroat are special - handle carefully.
Always verify current regulations with Wyoming fish and wildlife agency before fishing. Regulations can change annually.
Fly Shops & Guides Near Green
Local Fly Shops
- Two Rivers Emporium - Pinedale
- Sweetwater Fishing Expeditions
- Green River Outfitters
Guide Services
- Two Rivers Guides
- Wyoming Fly Fishing
- Green River Guides
Optimal Fishing Conditions
Optimal Flow
500 - 1500 CFS
Best fishing conditions
Optimal Water Temperature
50° - 62°F
Ideal for active trout
Other Wyoming Trout Rivers
North Fork Shoshone
Snake River
North Platte River
Firehole River
Gibbon River
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