May 05, 2017
By Game & Fish Online Staff
The West's Best Family Fishing Trips
If you're looking for places where your kids can actually catch fish (and enjoy some fun diversions along the way), these locations should be at the top of your list. Click the links below for the top picks near you.
While the invigorating scent of fresh air, dramatic mountain views and the taste of s'mores remain important components of a family campout, selecting a location with the availability of fish is integral. Indeed, the angling success of trips often rests in the capable hands of the statewide California Department of Fish and Wildlife fish hatcheries and their timely planting regimens....
Fishing is a wonderful way to explore the great Rocky Mountains as a weekend break or full summer vacation. The following will highlight some key spots in each of the eight Rocky Mountain states recommended by state game and fish officials for family fishing success. Their recommendations should offer venues safe for kids with a good chance for catching fish....
Oregon and Washington are awash in freshwater family fishing options that include species ranging from bluegills to brown trout, wallhanger walleyes to super-sized smallmouths....
