Fishing Alcova Lake

AKA: Alcova Reservoir

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Alcova Lake, WY

Popular Fish Species Alcova Lake, WY

Alcova Lake Popular Fish - Rainbow Trout

Rainbow Trout Fishing

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department annually stocks the lake with both rainbow and brown trout. Again this year, fishing for rainbow trout in Alcova Lake continues to be very productive for local anglers. Fish for rainbow trout here with worms, salmon eggs, prepared baits, small spinners, spoons, jerkbaits and small crankbaits in vibrant colors to mimic their preferred prey. Additionally, floating or sinking flies, such as nymphs, streamers, or dry flies, are popular choices for fly anglers targeting rainbow trout. Trolling with lures or flies behind a boat, casting near shoreline structures, or still fishing with bait can all yield success. Adjusting lure size, color, and retrieve speed can enhance chances of enticing these colorful and spirited fish. When the lake freezes over, try your luck at ice fishing.

Brown Trout Fishing

Currently, fishing for brown trout in Alcova Lake is delivering some nice catches, thanks to an annual stocking program. These hearty fighters migrate around the lake in search of baitfish and comfortable water temperatures, preferably in the 50 to 62 degree range. In spring brown trout, along with the baitfish, move to the shallows which warms first. As the days get warmer in summer they move deeper, again following schools of bait. As Fall and Winter arrive, browns tend to stay in deeper water. When these trout move deep, it is typically in the 20- to 45-foot range. Nightcrawlers are always a good bait for brown trout. In-line spinners, bait-colored crankbaits and small spoons are other options. Experiment with depth and retrieve speed. When the lake freezes over, try your luck at ice fishing.

Walleye Fishing

A healthy population of walleye are swimming in Alcova Lake this year, and anglers are reporting some nice catches. May and June tend to be the best time for weekend anglers to catch them. During this time they tend to move shallower and closer to shore. Other times of the year they are more likely to roam around in deeper water. As always, stay around schools of baitfish. They are eager to feed throughout the lake, but tend to concentrate around structure on points, flats and ledges off the river channels. A proven method for catching walleye here is trolling with spinners tipped with live bait, or trolling with long-billed, deep diving crankbaits. However casting live bait, jigs, worms and spoons also works well at times. When the lake freezes over in winter, ice fishing for walleye can be very productive. Use GPS to locate spots you normally fish during other times of the year.

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Guide to fishing for walleye, rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, brook trout, brown trout and kokanee salmon at Alcova Lake in Wyoming.

Water sports and fishing are popular at Alcova Lake, a 2,500-acre lake in the central part of the state. There are over a dozen miles of shoreline, much of which is steep canyons. Some of the developed areas are accessible for fishing from the bank.

Trout, walleye and salmon all thrive in the lake, creating good to excellent fishing opportunities. There is a boat ramp, fishing pier, restroom and parking at Black Beach. Alcova Resort, Westside Campground, Casper Boat Club and boat launch ramps are located in the northwest corner of the lake.

Primary fish species residing in Alcova Lake

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Alcova Lake Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Fishing Boat Rentals

Alcova Resort
Rentals: Fishing boats, kayaks, canoes and pontoon boats
307 472-6666

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Black Beach Campground Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast corner of the lake, off Black Beach Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Fremont Canyon Campground Boat Launch
Located in the southwest section of the lake, off Lakeshore Drive, this is a primitive, one-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.

Okie Beach Campground Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Lakeshore Drive, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

Swim Beach Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Lakeshore Drive, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

Marinas

Alcova Resort
24025 Lake Shore Dr.
Alcova WY 82620
307 472-6666