Guide To The Best Fishing Spots For Catfish In Wyoming

All about fishing for flathead and channel catfish in Wyoming.

Catfish Waters In WY

Many of the warmer rivers in the state are apt to contain catfish So are small lakes and ponds. The major Wyoming lakes with catfish include Bighorn Lake, Boysen Lake, Flaming Gorge Reservoir, Glendo Reservoir, Grayrocks Reservoir, Guernsey Reservoir and Keyhole Reservoir.

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What's the best bait for catfish in Wyoming?

Choose from the top 5 all-time catfish baits and try them on local waters. Appealing to the keen sense of smell and taste could turn a so-so day into a memorable event.

Wyoming State Record Catfish

The state record channel catfish was caught from Flaming Gorge Reservoir.

The state record flathead catfish came from the North Platte River.

Catfish Fishing Video

There are many species of catfish and even more ways to catch them. Adults range in size from less than a pound to hundreds of pounds. Catfish are found in all types of water including ponds, streams, lakes and rivers throughout Wyoming. There are even species which spend a limited amount of time on dry land. Big giant catfish put up a very noble fight once hooked.

Most catfish are considered bottom feeders to one extent or another. They will generally eat anything that can get in their mouth. Their strongest sense is smell which they use to locate potential food sources. Capitalizing on this sense is the primary weapon in your search for these creatures. Aggressive catfish have been caught on most types of fast moving bass lures so don't under estimate their ability to catch live bait.

Additional catfishing information resources.

Catfish Conservation Group

U.S. Catfish Anglers Tournaments

Planet Catfish

Information for states with catfish.