Everything You Need Before Your Trip

Smiling angler holding a large fish on a boat under a bright blue sky

A day on the river with Jackson Hole Anglers doesn't take much to prepare for. Gear, flies, rods, lunch, and a pickup from your hotel are all included. Most guests find there's less to figure out than they expected.


A few things are worth knowing ahead of time, though. Current conditions on the water, what to wear, how to get a Wyoming fishing license before the trip, and what to do around Jackson between days.

Our Resources

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Current conditions on all five rivers, updated every week. Hatch activity, what's been working, live flow data, and a weather outlook for the days ahead. Pull it up before your trip if you want to know what the water looks like right now.

Two people in a small boat on a blue river beside rocky shore and autumn forested hills.

A local take on the valley beyond the river. Where to stay in the Town of Jackson versus Teton Village, where to eat, and what else to do while you're here, broken into active days and more relaxed ones. Good for planning a full itinerary or just finding somewhere to eat after a day on the water.

Fishing reel on a cork rod handle resting in grass, with silver and orange details.

A clear breakdown of what's already in the boat (rods, reels, flies, lunch, the works) and what to actually bring for yourself. Covers what to wear on the water, how pickup and drop-off work, and the questions most guests have before their first trip. Most people find they're more prepared than they thought

Angler holding a large golden fish on a boat with mountains and blue water in the background

Wyoming requires a fishing license for anglers 14 and older, and it's one of the few things to sort out before you get here. Step-by-step instructions for buying online, license types and pricing, age exemptions, and the Yellowstone fishing permit for anyone whose trip heads into the park.

From the Water

Trip reports, planning guides, and stories from guides who know these rivers well. Good for first-timers who want to picture what a day on the water actually looks like, and for experienced anglers who want to go deeper on the fish, the hatches, and the conditions.

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Close-up of a speckled fish tail on icy snow, with orange-edged fins and white ice crystals.

How to Identify Trout Species in Jackson Hole Waters

By Jackson Hole Anglers • August 14, 2026
A visual guide to the cutthroat, brown, rainbow, brook, and lake trout swimming in Jackson Hole rivers, with the markings that separate each one.
Person releasing a silver trout into shallow water from a boat

How to Handle a Trout Safely During Catch and Release

By Jackson Hole Anglers • August 7, 2026
How to land, hold, unhook, photograph, and release a trout with the least stress, including air exposure limits and the temperatures that raise risk.
A fly angler wading a clear river to reach rising trout in Jackson Hole

Dry Fly Fishing Tips for Selective Trout

By Jackson Hole Anglers • August 1, 2026
Selective trout refuse sloppy casts. A guide to reading rise forms, matching the hatch, drag-free drifts, stealthy approaches, and the right leader setup.
Man holding a large fish on a boat, wearing a straw hat and green shirt on a river with forest behind

Still Have Questions?

Most guests find everything they need right here. If something came up that we didn't cover, we're easy to reach.