Jackson Hole Tributaries Report
The Snake is fed by several tributaries that are much smaller and more wade fishing friendly than the main Snake River. All the tributaries provide great fishing opportunities and allows the angler to get out in the Forest on their own and enjoy the great scenery and peace and quiet of our valley has to offer.
Some of the best fishing in the Jackson Hole valley is in the smaller creeks and rivers that feed the Snake River. The public access is virtually unlimited.
Pacific Creek, the Buffalo, Gros Ventre, and Hoback Rivers are the main tributaries to the Snake. Fishing any of these creeks with medium sized (#8-#16) attractor patterns will get the fish’s attention.
Flat Creek
January 10th, 2012
The tributaries feeding the Snake River are closed from November 30 - April 1st with the exception of the Hoback River, which is open year round, special creel limits apply and it is catch and release on all Cutthroat... read more
July 30th, 2011
Flat Creek opens on Monday!!! I know there are lots of excited people, it should be a busy morning. We are open all weekend, so stop by and get your crickets, little hoppers, ants, beetles and various spring creek dry flies.... read more
Gros Ventre River
January 10th, 2012
The tributaries feeding the Snake River are closed from November 30 - April 1st with the exception of the Hoback River, which is open year round, special creel limits apply and it is catch and release on all Cutthroat... read more
August 31st, 2011
Reported by: web@westbank.com As summer gets started, there are some great options for fishing in the Gros Ventre area despite the high waters due to snow run-off. Although the Gros Ventre river is currently blown out, look to the lakes for a great source of fishing activity. Jenny Lake has been fishing very well along with other high mountain... read more
July 13th, 2011
Although the Gros Ventre river remains high and muddy, look to the lakes for a great source of fishing activity in the Jackson Hole area. Jenny Lake has been fishing very well along with other high mountain lakes. Jenny Lake, String Lake, and Leigh Lake are all good possibilities for catching fish. We have been having great success with... read more
Hoback River
January 10th, 2012
The tributaries feeding the Snake River are closed from November 30 - April 1st with the exception of the Hoback River, which is open year round, special creel limits apply and it is catch and release on all Cutthroat... read more
July 28th, 2010
As we’ve mentioned on the radio, the hoback is an excellent place to check out after work. The highway offers a plethora of great access to the river, and the drive is not too far from town. In the evening, the primary hatch you will usually see is caddis. Bring a couple shades and a couple sizes of maybe 14 and 16 of your favorite pattern. The... read more
July 16th, 2010
The Hoback River is fishing very well and is extremely clear. Salmon Flies and Golden Stones have seemed to be the ticket, but that’s definitely not all they are eating. A variety of sizes in Parachute Adams or a smaller Fat Albert might be something to drop behind a salmon fly or golden stone pattern. Another good idea might be to have some... read more