FishCondishPinedale, WY Fishing Report & Live Conditions
Pinedale, WY fishing report
The Green River above Fontenelle and the high lakes scattered across the Wind River foothills offer some of Wyoming's best wild trout fishing. Cutthroat dominate the mountain lakes and upper river, with browns and rainbows mixing in through lower stretches. Spring runoff through late June pushes fish tight to banks and slack water. Once flows drop and clear in midsummer, dry fly fishing peaks. By September, cooling water triggers aggressive pre-winter feeding, making it arguably the best window of the year.
On the river, trout hold in seams where fast water meets slow, behind boulders, and at the heads of pools. High-sticking nymphs through pocket water accounts for most fish during runoff, while elk hair caddis and pale morning duns produce well on calm summer evenings. In the lakes, small woolly buggers stripped along drop-offs early morning outfish most anything else. Watch water temperature — when surface temps push into the upper 60s, fish go deep and slow your presentation accordingly.
Pinedale, WY river flow
The closest active USGS gauge to Pinedale, WY is New Fork River above Pine Cr, nr Pinedale, WY (site 09196000), about 2 miles away. It drains roughly 237 square miles. Flow is the single best predictor of where fish sit in moving water, so it is worth knowing what normal looks like before you read today's number.
In August, this gauge typically runs about 36 cfs.
| Month | Median flow |
|---|---|
| Jan | 23 cfs |
| Feb | 23 cfs |
| Mar | 28 cfs |
| Apr | 76 cfs |
| May | 45 cfs |
| Jun | 180 cfs |
| Jul | 183 cfs |
| Aug | 36 cfs |
| Sep | 30 cfs |
| Oct | 38 cfs |
| Nov | 37 cfs |
| Dec | 31 cfs |
Median flow from the USGS daily-statistics record. For the live flow, gage height, water temperature, and today's fishing score, open the Pinedale, WY dashboard.
What's biting near Pinedale, WY
The species most likely to be feeding the Green River and mountain lakes: trout. FishCondish grades every hour of the day for Pinedale, WY and gives each species its own bite forecast, so you can see which window is worth fishing before you load the truck.
Pinedale, WY fishing FAQ
What fish can you catch at Pinedale, WY?
The species bite forecast for Pinedale, WY covers what's likely feeding there, including trout — and updates with the live conditions.
What's the best time of day to fish Pinedale, WY?
Dawn and dusk are usually the most productive windows on the Green River and mountain lakes, particularly when the barometric pressure is steady or falling. FishCondish grades every hour of the day so you can pick the best one.
When is the best season to fish Pinedale, WY?
Spring and fall are typically strongest on the Green River and mountain lakes as water temperatures sit in the productive range, with summer fishing best early and late in the day. It varies year to year, so check the live conditions before you head out.
How do I know if it's a good day to fish Pinedale, WY?
FishCondish combines wind, water level, water temperature, pressure trend, and moon phase into a single 1–10 fishing score for Pinedale, WY, updated in real time — a quick go/no-go read before you make the trip.
Fishing tips for Pinedale, WY
New to these waters? Start with these beginner-friendly guides: