Hoop Lake fishing
Hoop Lake
Fishing Tips: Anglers can catch fish using various techniques such as fly fishing, spin casting, and trolling. The best bait to use in Hoop Lake is flies, lures, or worms. It's important to note that the lake has a catch and release policy, and lures with barbless hooks are recommended.
Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit Hoop Lake is during the summer months, from June to September. During this time, the average temperature ranges from 55°F to 75°F, providing comfortable weather for fishing and hiking activities.
Nearby Activities: Aside from fishing, visitors can also enjoy hiking, camping, and wildlife watching in the area. The nearby Bridger-Teton National Forest offers several hiking trails, including the Hoop Lake Trail where hikers can enjoy scenic views of the lake and surrounding mountains.
Overall, Hoop Lake is a great fishing destination for anglers looking to catch a variety of fish species while enjoying the beautiful scenery and outdoor activities in Wyoming.
What's biting at Hoop Lake
Species commonly reported here -- tap any card for techniques, target seasons, and other waters where it's been caught.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Hoop Lake -- updated continuously from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Fork Of Smiths Fork Near Robertson | 70 cfs | → |
| Uinta River Blw Powerplant Diversion Nr Neola | 122 cfs | → |
| Henrys Fork Near Manila | 12 cfs | → |
| Blacks Fork Near Robertson | 153 cfs | → |
| Whiterocks River Near Whiterocks | 121 cfs | → |
| Blacks Fork Near Millburne | 226 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest campgrounds, parks, boat launches, and reservoirs so a fishing run can grow into a weekend.
Campgrounds
- Hoop Lake Campground
- Hoop Lake
- Spirit Lake Campground
- Bridger Lake
- Bridger Lake Campground
- Stateline
Reservoirs
Angling safety & ethics
- Know the regulations
- Check local fishing rules, seasons, size limits, and license requirements to ensure legal and sustainable angling.
- Handle fish responsibly
- Use wet hands, minimize air exposure, and release fish gently to improve survival rates when practicing catch-and-release.
- Choose the right gear
- Match your rod, line, and tackle to the species and conditions to increase success and reduce unnecessary harm to fish.
- Respect the waterway
- Avoid disturbing habitat, prevent bank erosion, and keep a safe distance from spawning areas to protect ecosystems.
- Keep it clean
- Pack out all line, hooks, bait containers, and trash. Discarded gear can injure wildlife and degrade waterways.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Hoop Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Hoop Lake
What fish species are found at Hoop Lake?
Snoflo tracks the species commonly reported at Hoop Lake -- see the Fish Species panel above for the live list with images and links to per-species pages.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data comes live from USGS streamgauges, also refreshed continuously.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this area, set a threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Check your state agency's regulations for license requirements, seasons, size limits, and any waterbody-specific rules before fishing Hoop Lake.
How do I get to Hoop Lake?
Tap Open in map in the hero above to center the Snoflo interactive map on this area, or grab the coordinates from the location facts panel.
Other angling spots near here
Snoflo-tracked fishing areas within driving distance of Hoop Lake.