Fishing regulations for 2022, trout season begins April 9

2022 Fishing Regulations in Effect
The new year brought new and improved fishing regulations to the state. Don’t worry, most regulations have been simplified and offer more year-round fishing. New Regulations Overview
Trout Season Starts April 9
Heading out soon? Anglers can find success early in the season with a few key strategies. Early Trout Season Strategies
Rainbow Trout Strain Evaluation Effort
If you catch a stocked rainbow trout this year, we want to know which strain you caught. Angler data will help determine if this alternate strain will improve angling experience. More on Trout Strain Evaluation
Spring Trout Stocking
Find the spring stocking schedule or visit a hatchery and see behind the scenes of rearing fish. Spring '22 Stocking
Free Fishing Clinics
Take a Let's Go Fishing clinic this season, starting with our Introduction to Bullhead Fishing series this month. Clinics and events will continue to be added to the calendar throughout the spring. See Current Fishing Clinics