Pathfinder Reservoir

Boat Ramps: 1
Access Points: 1
Species: 8

Pathfinder Reservoir is a 22,000-acre mountain lake situated in central Wyoming, near Alcova. With 117 miles of rocky shoreline and deep, cold waters, this reservoir has become one of Wyoming's premier fishing destinations. Home to the state's biggest ice fishing derby, Pathfinder offers year-round fishing opportunities for both warm and cold water species. The reservoir's varied underwater terrain featuring points, flats, and river channel ledges provides ideal habitat for multiple game fish species, making it a versatile fishery for anglers of all experience levels.

Wyoming licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Pathfinder Reservoir 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

Walleye

Sander vitreus

Common Carp

Cyprinus carpio

Kokanee Salmon

White Sucker

Catostomus commersonii

Fish stocking schedule

Latest 5 stockings

Bear River Cutthroat51,638 fish · 3.4 inOctober 2026
Eagle Lake Rainbow Trout154 fish · 8.9 inJuly 2026
Eagle Lake Rainbow Trout17,864 fish · 8.1 inJune 2026
Kokanee Salmon100,070 fish · 2.8 inMay 2026
Bear River Cutthroat14,197 fish · 5.7 inMay 2026

Source

Wyoming Game and Fish Department

Updated Nov 13, 2026. Sizes are the length the agency reports. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Pathfinder Reservoir. 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.

Pathfinder Marina (Pathy's Pantry)

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Know where you can legally fish on Pathfinder Reservoir

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 Pathfinder Reservoir with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)

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