Wyoming Fishing License (2026): Cost, Where to Buy & Rules
Issued by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department
How much is a fishing license in Wyoming (WY)?
A resident annual Wyoming fishing license costs $27.00, and a non-resident (out-of-state) annual license is $102.00. Wyoming also offers short-term day passes for out-of-state visitors and discounted youth and senior licenses, all sold by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department.
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Wyoming is wild trout country. The North Platte — the Miracle Mile and Grey Reef stretches — along with the Snake, the Green and the streams of Yellowstone and Grand Teton produce native cutthroat plus rainbow, brown and brook trout in stunning settings. Flaming Gorge adds lake trout and kokanee, and the high-country lakes hold more trout still. Summer is the prime season, when the hatches and the backcountry water are at their best.
Wyoming Fishing License Types & 2026 Prices
Resident Annual
Freshwater
$27.00
Base; $48.50 with the mandatory $21.50 Conservation Stamp (14+)
Non-Resident Annual
Freshwater
$102.00
Base; $123.50 with the Conservation Stamp
Non-Resident 1-Day
Freshwater
$14.00
Non-Resident 5-Day
Freshwater
$56.00
Senior (65+)
FreeWY resident 65+ with 30-year residency: free Lifetime Pioneer. Otherwise pays the standard resident rate.
Youth (under 14)
Free✅ Prices verified August 2026 from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. License fees can change year to year — confirm current rates with the agency before you buy.
Who needs a Wyoming fishing license?
Most adult anglers need a license to fish in Wyoming. Several groups are exempt or pay a reduced fee:
- Youth
- Children under 14 do not need a license. Resident youth under 14 need no license and may keep a full creel limit. Resident youth 14–17 buy a $3 reduced youth annual license ($15 non-resident).
- Seniors (65+)
- No reduced-price senior annual license. Wyoming residents over 65 who have resided in Wyoming at least 30 TOTAL years get a FREE Lifetime Pioneer fishing license (no year before the resident's 10th birthday counts toward the 30), and Pioneer holders are exempt from the Conservation Stamp under any Wyoming license. Seniors without the 30-year tenure pay the standard resident rate.
- Anglers with disabilities
- Wyoming residents who are permanently and totally disabled receive a free lifetime fishing license and are exempt from the Conservation Stamp (application to WGFD).
- Veterans & military
- Honorably discharged Wyoming resident veterans rated 100% disabled receive a free Game Bird/Small Game/Fishing license and are exempt from the Conservation Stamp; resident veterans rated 50% or more service-connected disabled qualify for a free lifetime fishing license.
- Free fishing days (2026)
- Saturday, June 6, 2026 — Wyoming Free Fishing Day (first Saturday of National Fishing & Boating Week); anyone may fish without a license statewide except within the Wind River Reservation and Yellowstone National Park. All creel/size limits and other regulations still apply.
Short-term day licenses are available for visitors and occasional anglers. Always confirm the current rules with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department before heading out. ✅ Exemptions verified August 2026.
Where to buy a Wyoming fishing license
Online (cheapest): buy directly from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department — that’s the cheapest option, with no third-party markup.
In person: most sporting goods retailers (Bass Pro Shops, Cabela’s, Walmart) and many tackle shops in Wyoming also sell licenses.
Wyoming Fishing Limits by Species (2026)
General statewide bag, size, and season limits for popular Wyoming species.
| Species | Daily Bag | Min Size | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| TroutGeneral limit; many blue-ribbon waters (Miracle Mile, Grey Reef) are restricted | 6 | No limit | Year-round |
| WalleyeReservoir-specific limits apply | No limit | No limit | Year-round |
| KokaneeFlaming Gorge sets its own limit | No limit | No limit | Varies |
| Lake Trout (Mackinaw)Flaming Gorge slot rules apply | No limit | No limit | Year-round |
⚠️ Limits are general statewide references and change year to year — many lakes and rivers carry their own bag, size, and slot rules. Always confirm the current regulation for your specific water with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department before you keep a fish. Reviewed July 2026.
Wyoming Fishing License FAQ
How much is a fishing license in Wyoming?
A resident annual fishing license in Wyoming costs $27.00, and a non-resident (out-of-state) annual license costs $102.00. Wyoming also offers short-term (day) licenses for visitors, discounted youth and senior options. Licenses are sold by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department.
How much is an out-of-state fishing license in Wyoming?
An out-of-state (non-resident) annual fishing license in Wyoming costs $102.00. For a shorter trip, Wyoming also sells 1-Day, 5-Day licenses. Buy online from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department before you fish.
Do you need a fishing license in Wyoming?
Yes. Wyoming requires a fishing license to fish recreationally. Children under 14 are exempt. No reduced-price senior annual license. Wyoming residents over 65 who have resided in Wyoming at least 30 TOTAL years get a FREE Lifetime Pioneer fishing license (no year before the resident's 10th birthday counts toward the 30), and Pioneer holders are exempt from the Conservation Stamp under any Wyoming license. Seniors without the 30-year tenure pay the standard resident rate. Always confirm current rules with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department before you fish.
Where do you buy a Wyoming fishing license?
Buy directly from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department online — that's the cheapest option (no third-party markup). You can also buy at most sporting-goods retailers and many tackle shops in Wyoming.
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