

Some areas have so many different types of Cutthroat trout there are multiple, and specific, species in neighboring rivers and streams. There are more than 11 different types of Cutthroat trout throughout the western US, making them one of the nation’s most prolific fish species. While smaller than their colorful relatives, Cutthroat trout have both a better name and a larger subspecies. Anglers in the Pacific Northwest know to watch for them when they return to freshwater to spawn from January to April. Steelhead trout are one of the larger types of trout fish, reaching 3-4 feet in length. There are different types of rainbow trout, including the saltwater Steelhead trout, and river-native Colorado Golden trout and Oregon Redband trout. This has also made them a favorite food fish, as nearly every child takes pride in being able to eat what they catch. Throughout the US Midwest lakes stocked with easy to catch rainbow trout are often set up as areas where parents can bring kids to learn about fishing. This has made them one of the world’s favorite fish for stocking lakes and fisheries. Rainbow trout are larger than most other trout species yet are quick to strike a line and put up a good, but short, fight. Known for their brightly colored pink stripes, great taste, and ease of catch, they are a favorite worldwide when stocking lakes. Freshwater rainbow trout can be found in the Great Lakes and all the way south to Georgia.
