Snake River Report – Jackson Hole
The Snake River is a fantastic fishery for anglers of all ability levels. The fishery is very healthy, with strong numbers of native Snake River Finespot Cutthroat Trout. The average size fish is 8″ – 14″, with many fish over 16″ and a surprising amount in the 20″+ range. The beginning angler will have plenty of opportunities to hook and land trout in all size ranges, while getting the big ‘yellow bellies’ to pose for a picture takes some skill.
There are 80 miles of fish-able river between Jackson Lake Dam and the end of the canyon at Palisades Reservoir. The upper stretch flows approx 35 miles through Grand Teton National Park and offers some of the most majestic scenery imaginable. The lower river has many different characteristics and produces some of the most consistent fishing.
While fishing the Snake from a drift boat is the most productive way to fish the river, there are many good wading accesses, stop by the shop and we will draw you a map! Enjoy the latest report from Westbank Anglers.
January 10th, 2012
Jackson Hole is not known for it's winter fishing options. It is more of a skiers paradise in the Winter, however, if the weather is right the fishing opportunities on the Snake River can be surprising. On the typical January or February day we see temps in the teens, and the Snake River has a nice flow of anchor and frazzle ice, this is not... read more
September 24th, 2011
We are seeing some outstanding fishing right now. Fish are eating a variety of mayflies and our fall... read more
August 22nd, 2011
Reported by: web@westbank.com It is time to fish on the Snake River in Jackson Hole. The Snake is in great shape, it is clear and is at a great level. Flows are perfect for our Snake River Cutthroat trout. The beautiful thing about the Snake is the dry fly fishing. No need to go subsurface if you know the right dries to fish. Our Cutthroat are... read more
August 7th, 2011
Finally! We are now fishing the Snake with confidence since the water has cleared and dropping. For the last week now, our guides have been catching fish on stretches other than the Dam to Pacific Creek. On several of our guide trips yesterday, lots of fish were caught on dry flies - mostly small fish, but a few of the larger Cutties have made... read more