Middle Fork Powder River-Ellis

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Open year round

Please review the general regulations. Foot access only.

Fishing, Wildlife Viewing

Sheridan Regional Office & Visitor Center
700 Valley View Drive
Sheridan, WY 82801
(307) 672-7418

Commonly Found Species

Big and Trophy Game in this Area
Below are specific Big and Trophy Game species commonly found within this River area.
None
Fish Species in this Area
Below are specific Fish species commonly found within this River area.
  • Brook Trout
  • Rainbow Trout
Small game and Birds in this Area
Below are specific Small game species commonly found within this River area.
None
The Ellis Public Access Area offers parking and fishing access to the Middle Fork of the Powder River by foot traffic only. You can expect to catch Brown, Rainbow, Brook, and Cutthroat trout throughout this blue ribbon fishery. You can reach the location by traveling south on the Hazelton Road for approximately 50 miles from Highway 16. Portions of this road are considered a dry weather road and travel can be limited due to weather and seasonal usage.