Fishing Wheatland Reservoir #3
AKA: Wheatland Lake #3
Popular Fish Species Wheatland Reservoir #3, WY
Rainbow Trout Fishing
Fishing for rainbow trout at Wheatland Reservoir #3 can be effective using worms, salmon eggs, prepared baits, small spinners, spoons, jerkbaits and small crankbaits in vibrant colors to mimic prey. Use the lightest fishing line for the best possible results, based on conditions. When the lake freezes over, ice fishing can still provide some nice fishing. Annual stocking has helped to maintain a good population of rainbow trout. While fishing from a boat is often the preferred method, plenty of trout are caught here by anglers fishing from the bank. Additionally, floating or sinking flies, such as nymphs, streamers, or dry flies, are popular choices for fly anglers targeting rainbow trout. Trolling with lures or flies behind a boat, casting near shoreline structures, or still fishing with bait can all yield success. Adjusting lure size, color, and retrieve speed can enhance chances of enticing these colorful and spirited fish.
Walleye Fishing
Wheatland Reservoir #3 is home to a hearty population of walleye. Good fisheries management by Wyoming Game & Fish Department, and plenty of forage in the lake have them growing fat and healthy. When the lake freezes over in winter, ice fishing for walleye can be very rewarding. Use GPS to locate fishing spots you normally fish during other times of the year. Walleye have excellent vision in low light scenarios which helps them find food in deep or murky water. Make an effort to be on the water anytime there are low light conditions. During May and June is the optimal time to catch them, while feeding in shallower water. Other times of the year they are more likely to roam around in deeper water. Concentrate around structure like points, flats and ledges off the river channels. One of the proven methods for catching walleye here is trolling with spinners tipped with live bait, or trolling with long-billed, deep diving crankbaits. However casting live bait, jigs, worms and spoons also works well at times.
Cutthroat Trout Fishing
The ideal approach to catching cutthroat is fly fishing, and the key is to match the hatch. Catching cutthroat trout at Wheatland Reservoir #3 with lures or bait can also productive. Presented properly, cutthroat trout can be caught on small spinners and spoons. This is a popular lake for ice fishing once the lake freezes to a safe condition. Like all fish, cutthroat like to have some sort of cover. This year, fishing for cutthroat trout here has been fair to very good, year round depending on conditions. While the ideal setting for cutthroats is in a river or stream, they are also stocked in reservoirs, like Wheatland Reservoir. They will hang out in boulders, fallen trees, along drop-offs and ledges.
Wheatland Reservoir #3 Fishing Video
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Guide to fishing for walleye, rainbow trout and brown trout at Wheatland Reservoir #3 in Wyoming.
Although water levels often fluctuate quite a bit, Wheatland Reservoir #3 can be a worthwhile destination for trout and walleye. This 4,700-acre lake in the south-central part of the state is best fished during the season, March and October, but can be good year round with ice fishing in winter.
With over 10 miles of shoreline, and easy access, anglers can fish from the bank, or use the public boat ramp to launch, canoes, kayaks, and fishing boats.
Primary fish species residing in Wheatland Reservoir #3
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Wheatland Reservoir #3 Amenities
Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NO
RV Hookups: NO
Lodging: NO
Convenience Store: NO
Bait & Tackle: NO
Restaurant: NO
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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Wheatland Reservoir #3 Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Palmer Canyon Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.
Fishing Guides On Wheatland Reservoir #3
Two Dogs Guide Service - trout, walleye, ice fishing
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Fishing License
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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
No campgrounds or RV spaces are nearby the lake.
Wheatland Reservoir #3 WY Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Contact Information
Wheatland Reservoir #3
Wheatland Reservoir #3 Public Access
307 745-4046
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Wheatland Reservoir #3 in WY
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Fishing for walleye, rainbow trout and brown trout in south-central WY.
