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Experience the Green River Full Day Fishing Float: Wyoming’s Premier Angling Adventure - Jackson

Experience the Green River Full Day Fishing Float: Wyoming’s Premier Angling Adventure

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Difficulty

moderate

Duration

6–8 hours

Fitness Level

A moderate level of fitness is recommended to handle paddling and standing while fishing throughout the day.

Overview

Float down Wyoming’s Green River on a full-day guided fishing trip that combines world-class trout fishing with breathtaking canyon scenery. Perfect for anglers craving wilderness and expert local insight.

Boat Tour
Fishing
Lodging
Jackson, Wyoming

Green River Full Day Fishing Float in WY

11 Hours • All Ages • Up to 2 Anglers

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About This Adventure

Experience an unforgettable 11-hour fishing adventure on the scenic Green River, targeting trophy trout over 24 inches. With expert guidance, enjoy a float trip in a well-equipped drift boat, complete with a delicious picnic lunch. Capture stunning memories while practicing catch and release in this pristine fishing paradise.

For the Experienced Angler!

Duration

11 Hours

About

For the experienced angler the Green river has the opportunity to produce browns, rainbows, and cutthroat over 24 inches, some trout have been recorded over the 30-inch mark! Bring your A-game, your 6 weight, and your camera as you are in for some great fishing! Fish on! We are happy to pick you up at your place of lodging anywhere in Jackson or Teton Village for your full-day fishing trip, and generally, we will head straight to the river, making a stop for fishing licenses on the way if need be.

The Green River is a low volume river winding its way through the Upper Green River Basin near Pinedale, WY, some of the most quintessential ranch land in the state, about a 70-minute drive from Jackson. Many banks and bushes to cast to, holding fish in their shadows, sometimes becoming a bit technical with all the structure in the river.

Your guide will provide all the equipment necessary for the day. Rods, reels, flies, leader, lures, etc. Please bring your favorite rod and reel if you like, and any other equipment as well. We generally will use 5 or 6 wt, 9-foot fly rods on the Green River.

All of our full-day trips are offered in a float fishing format, two anglers and guide per drift-boat. Our drift-boats are equipped with a casting station and captains chairs front and back, with the guide situated in the middle, allowing anglers to stand and fish, or sit and fish as the guide maneuvers the boat. Our full-day fishing float will travel between 5-8 miles on the Green River, depending on which stretch we decide to fish.

Your guide will generally start the day with an on river casting and or skills review session if needed, and then we are off and fishing. Anglers will fish as the boat drifts under the direction of your guide, with limited wading opportunities as we float mostly through private land. A delicious boat lunch to break up the day, and then back on the water. Our day will wrap up in the early evening hours, usually back to your lodging by 6pm. We practice catch and release so plan on bringing back some great photos and unforgettable memories.

Included

  • Rain ponchos
  • Guide
  • Boat
  • Equipment necessary
  • Fly selection
  • Snacks and waters
  • Picnic lunch on the full day trip

Excluded

  • Fishing license
  • Flys are $3 a piece as needed
  • Guide gratuity is not included, typically 15-20% of the trip price

What to Bring

  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Appropriate clothing for the weather

Adventure Tips

Check Water Levels Before You Go

Green River flows can vary seasonally; higher flows may require more cautious paddling and influence fish behavior.

Bring a Waterproof Camera

Capture stunning sandstone canyon walls and wildlife from the water without worry of damage.

Dress in Layers

Weather can change quickly on the river, so layering helps adjust to temperature shifts and sun exposure.

Practice Catch-and-Release

Help maintain healthy fish populations by following the local sustainable fishing guidelines.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Bald eagle
  • River otter

History

The Green River has been a critical resource for indigenous peoples and early settlers, with the surrounding canyons once serving as natural pathways through the region.

Conservation

Local guides follow strict catch-and-release policies and support habitat restoration efforts to safeguard the Green River’s ecology for future generations.

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Recommended Gear

Fly Rod and Reel

Essential

A quality fly fishing setup suited for trout ensures an enjoyable, effective fishing experience.

summer specific

Waders

Neoprene or breathable waders keep you comfortable and dry during early season floats when the water is cold.

spring specific

Sun Protection

Essential

Broad-brimmed hat, UV-blocking sunglasses, and sunscreen protect you from strong Wyoming sun.

summer specific

Waterproof Dry Bag

Essential

Essential for keeping personal items dry during the float trip.