Snake River โ€“ Jackson Lake Dam to Moose Fishing Report

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From Jackson Lake Dam to Moose, the Snake winds through Grand Teton National Park with the Tetons behind it, a classic float for fine-spotted cutthroat.

Looking for the latest Snake River Jackson Lake Dam to Moose river report? This page is updated by the AvidMax fly shop team with live flows, current conditions, hatches and the flies working now on the Snake River โ€“ Jackson Lake Dam to Moose.

Current flows

Wind forecast

Snake River Jackson Lake Dam to Moose fishing report

Updated November 7, 2026.

FishingGoodWaterLow, clearHatchesMidges, BWOs

The Moose gauge reads around 900 cfs, low and clear, close to winter flows. Fishing is best at midday.

BWOs and midges are the hatches now. Fish a small Parachute Adams or Sparkle Dun when they rise, and a Zebra Midge or Pheasant Tail under a dry the rest of the time.

Load your fly box

Before you head to Jackson Lake Dam to Moose, bring: Parachute Adams #16-20, Sparkle Dun #16-20, Zebra Midge #16-20, Pheasant Tail Nymph #14-16, Pat', s Rubber Legs #8-10, RS2 Emerger #18-22, JuJu Baetis #18-22, Black Beauty #20-24, Egg #14-16, Squirmy Wormie #12-14.

Flies working right now

The flies above that we have in stock right now.

Snake River Jackson Lake Dam to Moose details

AccessBoat ramps and pullouts inside Grand Teton National Park, including Cattleman's Bridge and Deadman's Bar.
ElevationAbout 6,500 ft
Nearest townMoose, Wyoming
Best seasonSummer and fall
FishSnake River fine-spotted cutthroat, plus browns and whitefish
RegulationsGrand Teton National Park follows Wyoming fishing rules with some park-specific limits. Check the Wyoming Game and Fish Department regulations for current rules. A Wyoming fishing license is required for anglers 14 and older.
Leaders and tippet9 ft leaders, 4X to 5X tippet
CampingGrand Teton National Park campgrounds (seasonal)
KidsPartly. Braided water and cold temperatures.
Good to knowPark entry fee required. Braided channels and logjams make this float tricky.

Fishing by season

Winter

Cold and quiet. Limited access.

Spring

Runoff from May into July.

Summer

Hoppers, drakes and big cutthroat.

Fall

BWOs, midges and fewer crowds.

How to get there

From Jackson, take US-89/191 north into Grand Teton National Park toward Moose and Moran.

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