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Brown trout released at the surface on a guided Wyoming stillwater fly fishing trip

Lewis Lake Fly Fishing

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LEWIS LAKE

Stillwater Fly Fishing in Yellowstone National Park

Lewis Lake offers one of Yellowstone National Park's most distinctive stillwater fly-fishing experiences. Its gin-clear water holds both brown trout and lake trout, with seasonal opportunities ranging from productive ice-off fishing for lake trout to summer dry flies and large fall browns.

Adult brown drake mayfly resting on a boat gunwale above the water in Wyoming

Ice-Off, Brown Drakes & Fall Brown Trout

Each part of the season offers something different. Shortly after ice-off, lake trout move into accessible water, creating some of the year's best opportunities to catch numbers of fish. During summer, the Brown Drake hatch can bring trout to the surface and produce exciting dry-fly fishing. In fall, mature brown trout move toward the inlet, giving anglers the opportunity to target fish in the 20-24 inch class when conditions align.

Patience. Precision. Pursuit.

Lewis Lake rewards careful timing and a deliberate approach. Each trip is adjusted around current conditions, fish movement, hatch activity, and the angler's goals — choosing the water and presentation that offer the best opportunity that day.

Every trip is designed around current conditions and your goals as an angler.

Wild brown trout held at the surface before release on a guided Wyoming fly fishing trip

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Full-day guided fishing
Motorized boat
Rods and reels available
Lunch on the water
All flies and terminal tackle
Fish photography

Full Day

$800

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Deposit required to hold your date. Balance due prior to start of trip.

Season: Memorial Day–OctoberGroup Size: 1–2 ANGLERS

Lewis Lake books quickly in summer and fall.

Request your dates as soon as your schedule is set.

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