Fish Creek

Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 4

Fish Creek near Wilson flows through the heart of Teton County, Wyoming, serving as a critical tributary to the Snake River. This spring-fed creek winds from headwaters around Teton Village downstream to its confluence with the Snake River south of Wilson. Known for its clear, cold waters and technical fishing, Fish Creek supports diverse aquatic life and provides vital spawning habitat for Snake River cutthroat trout. The creek passes largely through private property in the Crescent H Ranch development area, making it a premium fishery with limited public access but exceptional fishing opportunities for those who can access it. The creek's spring creek characteristics create clear water conditions year-round and support prolific insect hatches.

Wyoming licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Fish Creek and what's needed to catch them.

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Rainbow Trout

Oncorhynchus mykiss

Brown Trout

Salmo trutta

Brook Trout

Salvelinus fontinalis

Cutthroat Trout

Oncorhynchus clarkii

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Fish Creek. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Know where you can legally fish on Fish Creek

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Wyoming licenses and regulations

Wyoming Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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Wyoming Fishing License

A fishing license is required for residents and nonresidents age 14 and over. Nonresidents under age 14 do not need a license if accompanied by an adult possessing a valid Wyoming fishing license.

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Wyoming Fishing Regulations

This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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Wyoming Stream Access Laws

In Wyoming, landowners own the streambed. Anyone may float across private land on navigable water, but the streambed is the property of the owner. Minor and incidental contact with the streambed is not considered trespassing. As stated by Wyoming Game and Fish Department, “Anglers are not allowed to wade fish or fish from a bank or island without permission if the stream bank, island, or streambed is privately owned. Wading, bank fishing, or anchoring without permission is trespassing.”

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Take Fish Creek with you

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