About

The Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) is a Freshwater species found in North America, Europe, Southern Africa, New Zealand.

Details

Environment
Freshwater
Region
North America, Europe, Southern Africa, New Zealand
Scientific Name
Oncorhynchus mykiss

Best Flies

White midge 24 Yellow Owl 17 Chubby Chernobyl (Dry) 14 Bloodworm (Chironomid) 13 Adams 8 Papa Roach 5 Beadhead Copper John Rubber Legs 5 France fly 4 Buzzer 4 Wd40 3

Where To Catch

Bennett Springs 26 Chatton Trout Fishery 16 Lower piedra 9 Williams proper 8 X factor trout farm 5 East fork at cattle gaurd 5 4UR Ranch 5 Gadloch 4 East fork tres pinos 4 Quake lake 3

Recent Catches

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Adams
Williams proper
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Adams
Williams proper
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Adams
Williams proper
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Wd40
Quake lake
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Lightning Bug
Madison Valley Ranch
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Chubby Chernobyl (Dry)
Big Meadow
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Moppie
Big Meadow
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Chubby Chernobyl (Dry)
East fork tres pinos
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Chubby Chernobyl (Dry)
East fork tres pinos
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Beadhead Copper John Rubber Legs
East fork at cattle gaurd
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Beadhead Copper John Rubber Legs
East fork at cattle gaurd
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Beadhead Copper John Rubber Legs
East fork at cattle gaurd

Similar Species

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
54 catches
Cutthroat Trout
Cutthroat Trout
48 catches
Yellowfish (Smallmouth)
Yellowfish (Smallmouth)
43 catches
Brook Trout
Brook Trout
28 catches
Grayling
Grayling
5 catches
Orange River Mudfish
Orange River Mudfish
4 catches

Knowledge Base

The Complete Guide to Fly Fishing for Trout
Species
The Complete Guide to Fly Fishing for Trout
Master the art of trout fly fishing with our comprehensive guide covering essential skills, techniques, and expert tips for success on the water.
Mar 13, 2026

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