Laramie River
Laramie River
- Boat Ramps
- 1
- Access Points
- 27
- Species
- 18
The Laramie River is a picturesque freestone stream that flows over 200 miles, beginning in Colorado's Never Summer Mountains and eventually joining the North Platte River in Wyoming. This pristine waterway offers excellent fishing opportunities with significantly less angling pressure than surrounding rivers, making it an ideal destination for anglers seeking both solitude and productive fishing. The river's character changes throughout its course - from a relatively slow-flowing flat water river with deep runs and pools near the town of Laramie to more riffles and faster runs as it approaches Jelm. With numerous public access points and wader-friendly conditions, the Laramie River provides anglers of all skill levels an opportunity to experience quality fishing in a beautiful mountain setting.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Laramie River and what's needed to catch them.
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Laramie River. 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 Laramie River
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.
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.
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.
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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- Pioneer Canal Boat Ramp
- FDR 103A Campground Fishing Access Site
- W. Branch Trailhead Fishing Access Site
- FDR 103A Campground Fishing Access Site
- FDR 103.1C Camground Fishing Access Site
- FDR 191 A Fishing Access Site
- Laramie River Trail Fishing Access Site
- Laramie River Trail Fishing Access Site
- Pioneer Canal Access
- Laramie River Road Fishing Access Site
- Monolith Ranch Access Area
- FDR 103.E Campground Fishing Access Site
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