DUBOIS FISHING FIELD GUIDE
All-day Fly Fishing on the Wind River out of Dubois
An 8-hour guided full-day fly-fishing trip with riverside lunch, evening casts and expert guides from Big Wind River Float Trips and Fly Fishing.
All-day Fly Fishing on the Wind River out of Dubois.
Spend a full day on the river outside Dubois, Wyoming, casting morning dries to rising fish, working streamers through deep pools and riffles, enjoying lunch on the riverbank, and finishing with evening casts — all led by local guides who know where the fish concentrate.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Morning dries, afternoon streamers, evening rises
The trip covers a variety of water and tactics: early casts to rising fish on dry flies, switching to streamers in large deep pools and on riffles, and finishing with evening opportunities for one last strike.
A true full-day river experience
This is an 8-hour guided outing that keeps anglers on the water for the full arc of a fishing day, including a riverside lunch and guided instruction on patterns and presentation.
Local expertise and on‑site gear support
Guides provide local knowledge, help with tackle selection, and the shop stocks flies and terminal tackle if you need assistance selecting patterns the morning of your trip.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
From first light to the last cast, the day moves through changing water and tactics: quiet morning rises to match with small dries, deliberate anchor-and-wait moments over a fish, bold streamer work in deeper runs, a relaxed lunch on the bank, and the slow crescendo of evening light and opportunity.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and what to check before you book.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Full day — 8 hours on the water.
Recommended: 6‑weight rod (5 wt. will suffice), reel with floating line, raincoat, polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. Terminal tackle is available at the operator's shop if needed.
Guided trip price does not include the required Wind River Indian Reservation fishing license or terminal tackle; WRIR licenses and recreation stamps are available at the operator's shop.
Full Day Fly Fishing Trip (Lunch & Drinks Included): $795.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
This is an 8‑hour full‑day guided fly-fishing trip.
What does the price include?
The full‑day rate includes lunch and drinks; the listed rate is $795.
Are fishing licenses included?
No. Guided trip prices do not include the required Wind River Indian Reservation fishing license; WRIR licenses and recreation stamps are available at the operator's shop.
Is terminal tackle provided?
Terminal tackle (flies, tippet, leaders, split shot, etc.) is not included, though the fly shop carries a full selection and guides can help you select what you need the morning of the trip.
What gear should I bring?
Recommended gear includes a 6‑weight rod (a 5 wt. will suffice), a reel with floating line, raincoat, polarized sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat; the operator stocks additional gear and flies.