FISHING IN YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

Fly Fishing

Today I picked up a copy of the National Park Service newspaper for  Yellowstone thinking I might possibly find some good information in it I could share with you.

I did find some information regarding fishing in Yellowstone and I'm going to quote that directly from the paper.

"The general fishing season opens May 25. Seasons at Yellowstone Lake and other areas open June 15. Fishing permits are required in Yellowstone, state-issued fishing  permits are not valid within the park. Anglers 16 years or older need a permit to fish in the park. Younger children can fish for free under certain conditions.

Anglers are responsible for knowing how to tell the difference between species. Native fish must be released unharmed back into the water immediately. These include Arctic Grayling, cutthroat trout, mountain whitefish.

Special tackle restrictions are also in effect for park waters: 

Hooks must be barbless

Tackle must be non-toxic. Leaded split-shot sinkers, soft lead weighted ribbon, and other toxic tackle are not allowed. 
Organic bait is not allowed.

Permits are available as locations open. Inquire at ranger stations, visitor centers, or general stores, and at selected locations outside the park.

Regulations are posted at www.nps.gov/yell/planyour visit/fishing.htm"