FishKillFlea Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD) manages the Wyoming fishing license. The Wyoming fishing license cost is $27 annually plus a $21.50 Conservation Stamp for a total of $48.50. Wyoming's Pioneer program gives 65+ long-term residents FREE fishing for life!
2025-2026 Wyoming Fishing License Cost — Resident
The WGFD fishing license costs (source: WGFD Official):
| License | Price | Stamp? | Total | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Fishing | $27.00 | +$21.50 | $48.50 | Calendar year |
| Daily | $6.00 | None | $6.00 | 1 day |
| Youth 14-18 | $3.00 | +$21.50 | $24.50 | 12 months |
| Under 14 | FREE | None | $0 | — |
| Pioneer (65+ / 30yr res) | FREE | None | $0 | Lifetime |
| Lifetime | $311.00 | Included | $311.00 | Lifetime |
Wyoming Non-Resident Fishing License
The Wyoming non resident fishing license costs:
| License | Price | Stamp? | Total | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NR Annual | $102.00 | +$21.50 | $123.50 | Calendar year |
| NR 5-Day | $56.00 | None | $56.00 | 5 days |
| NR Daily | $14.00 | None | $14.00 | 1 day |
| NR Youth (under 18) | $15.00 | +$21.50 | $36.50 | 12 months |
💡 Pro tip: Daily and 5-day licenses do NOT require the Conservation Stamp — significant savings for visitors!
Compare Wyoming With Neighboring States
| State | Res Annual | NR Annual | NR Daily | Senior Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana | $31.00 | $117.50 | $31.50 | 62+ $16.50 |
| Idaho | $35.50 | $118.00 | $13.50 | 65+ $15.75 |
| Colorado | $37.00 | $97.00 | $16.00 | 65+ $10.00 |
| South Dakota | $41.00 | $92.00 | $16.00 | 65+ $12.00 |
| Nebraska | $38.00 | $79.00 | $13.00 | 65+ $8.00 |
Wyoming at $27 base (or $48.50 with Conservation Stamp) offers the **Pioneer program** — 65+ long-term residents fish completely FREE. The daily $6 license (no stamp!) is the cheapest in the region for a quick Yellowstone cutthroat outing.
FAQ
How much does a Wyoming non-resident fishing license cost total?
NR annual: $102 + $21.50 stamp = $123.50. But try the NR 5-day at $56 (no stamp!) or daily $14 for Yellowstone trips. See WY fishing spots.