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Alcova Reservoir sits between Pathfinder and Gray Reef, a scenic red-rock lake with rainbows, walleye and lots of recreation.
Looking for the latest Alcova Reservoir fishing report? This page is updated by the AvidMax fly shop team with current conditions, wind, stocking news and the flies working now at Alcova Reservoir.
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Wind forecast
Alcova Reservoir fishing report
Updated November 7, 2026.
Water is cold and trout are cruising the shallows.
Fish leeches and chironomids along the drop-offs.
Stocking report
See the Wyoming Game and Fish Department for the latest stocking at Alcova Reservoir and other Wyoming waters.
Load your fly box
Before you head to Alcova Reservoir, bring: Mini Leech #8-10, Woolly Bugger #6-10, Zebra Midge #14-18, Balanced Leech #10-12, Balanced Bou Leech #10-12, Slump Buster #6-8, Egg #12-14, Scud Bomb #12-16, Clouser Minnow #2-6.
Flies working right now
The flies above that we have in stock right now.
Alcova Reservoir lake details
| Access | Natrona County parks and marinas around the lake. |
|---|---|
| Elevation | About 5,500 ft |
| Nearest town | Alcova, Wyoming |
| Best season | Spring and fall |
| Fish | Rainbows, cutthroat and walleye |
| Regulations | Check the Wyoming Game and Fish Department regulations for current rules. A Wyoming fishing license is required for anglers 14 and older. |
| Leaders and tippet | 9 ft leaders, 4X tippet |
| Ice fishing | Ice fishing in the coves. |
| Camping | Natrona County campgrounds at Alcova |
| Kids | Yes. Beaches and parks. |
| Good to know | Busy with boats in summer. |
Fishing by season
Winter
Ice.
Spring
Ice-off.
Summer
Walleye and boating.
Fall
Shallow trout.
How to get there
From Casper, take State Highway 220 southwest to Alcova.