Heat forces Yellowstone fishing closure in all rivers, streams after 2 p.m. daily

July 29, 2026

Yellowstone National Park is restricting fishing in several rivers and streams from 2 p.m. until sunrise the next day because warm water and low flows are stressing trout. The closure is meant to protect fish, while lakes and waterways not listed remain open.

The park says overnight cooling makes some daytime fishing possible, but anglers are urged to fish in the coolest hours and land fish quickly. Buckrail