Wyoming’s legendary trout fishing, especially for cutthroats, draws people from all over. Cutthroats need cold water, so there’s concern about how rising water temperatures might affect angling here.

An analysis recently published by the University of Wyoming Extension office zeros in on the Snake River headwaters in Teton County.

The analysis considers possible future scenarios driven by current trends. A “shrinking snowpack” scenario could lead to earlier spring runoff, lower water levels, and higher water temperatures during the summer, according to researchers.

That could threaten the viability of prized native trout, particularly cutthroats, researchers warm.

Wyoming fishing guide Chris Hayes said he’s already seeing a running trend of warmer water temperatures along the Sna

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