🐟 What fish can you catch in Riverton?

Most commonly caught species around Riverton , WY : Rainbow trout - 324 reported catches Largemouth bass - 321 reported catches Walleye - 88 reported catches Yellow perch - 74 reported catches Brown trout - 57 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Riverton fishing reports?

The latest Riverton , WY fishing reports are: @atsayitah-roanhorse reported a nice Yellow perch at Big Bend Ponds . @atsayitah-roanhorse reported a nice Largemouth bass at Big Bend Ponds . @atsayitah-roanhorse reported a nice Largemouth bass at Big Bend Ponds . @hopeadkins reported a nice Rainbow trout at Big Bend Ponds . @hopeadkins reported a nice Rainbow trout at Big Bend Ponds . .

Fishing in Riverton, WY

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Riverton, Wyoming?

Anglers in Riverton , WY recommend these top fishing spots: Big Bend Ponds , Wind River , Boysen Reservoir , Ocean Lake , Popo Agie River .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Riverton?

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Q: What's the biggest Rainbow trout caught in Riverton?

The biggest Rainbow trout (by length) reported in Riverton , WY was a 2 ft / 6.8 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @rverderaime at Boysen Reservoir on April 1, 2022 .

Q: What's the biggest Walleye caught in Riverton?

The biggest Walleye (by length) reported in Riverton , WY was a 3 ft / 8.9 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @lrogers4022 at Boysen Reservoir on June 25, 2013 .

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Top fish species in Riverton

Latest Riverton fishing reports

Yellow perch

Big Bend Ponds

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Largemouth bass

Big Bend Ponds

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Largemouth bass

Big Bend Ponds

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Rainbow trout

Big Bend Ponds

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Rainbow trout

Big Bend Ponds

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Rainbow trout

Big Bend Ponds

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Rainbow trout

Big Bend Ponds

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Rainbow trout

Big Bend Ponds

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Rainbow trout

Big Bend Ponds

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Rainbow trout

Big Bend Ponds

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Fishing regulations in Riverton

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Wyoming can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Rainbow trout as of May 13th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Rainbow trout

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Memorable

1 > 16

Measurement

Total Length

Aggregate

All lakes, unless indicated otherwise: bag limit six (6)

All streams, unless indicated otherwise: bag limit three (3) No more than

one (1) trout shall exceed sixteen (16) inches.

TOTAL STREAMS AND LAKES COMBINED: six (6)

Please see Wyoming fishing regulations for more information.

Excellent

Oncorhynchus mykiss

Wind River Tribal Reservation Fishing RegulationsThe Wind River Tribal Reservation requires anyone traveling on or within the boundaries of the Wind River Indian Reservation to possess a Wind River Tribal Fishing /Trespass Permit whether one is fishing or just hiking. Find tribal fishing regulations at https://www. windriverfishandgame.com/ or by calling 307-332-7207.

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43°02′31.6″N 108°24′50.4″W

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FAQ about Riverton fishing

Anglers in Riverton, WY recommend these top fishing spots: Big Bend Ponds, Wind River, Boysen Reservoir, Ocean Lake, and Popo Agie River.

Most commonly caught species around Riverton, WY:

Rainbow trout - 324 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 321 reported catches
Walleye - 88 reported catches
Yellow perch - 74 reported catches
Brown trout - 57 reported catches

The latest Riverton, WY fishing reports are:

@atsayitah-roanhorse reported a nice Yellow perch at Big Bend Ponds.
@atsayitah-roanhorse reported a nice Largemouth bass at Big Bend Ponds.
@atsayitah-roanhorse reported a nice Largemouth bass at Big Bend Ponds.
@hopeadkins reported a nice Rainbow trout at Big Bend Ponds.
@hopeadkins reported a nice Rainbow trout at Big Bend Ponds.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Riverton, WY. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities:

Plan smarter: Get hour-by-hour fishing weather conditions.
Fish at peak times: Use BiteTime™ predictions to maximize catches.
Stay ahead of the weather: Get hyper-local, real-time updates.

The biggest Rainbow trout (by length) reported in Riverton, WY was a 2 ft / 6.8 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @rverderaime at Boysen Reservoir on April 1, 2022.

The biggest Largemouth bass (by length) reported in Riverton, WY was a 3 ft / 22 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @chadhotdog at Boysen Reservoir on August 2, 2025.

The biggest Walleye (by length) reported in Riverton, WY was a 3 ft / 8.9 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @lrogers4022 at Boysen Reservoir on June 25, 2013.