What is the world record for rainbow trout?

The common rainbow trout certified weight record is 20 pounds. That fish, caught on the Snake River in 2009, measured 34.25 inches.

What is the world record for largest trout?

The official IGFA World Record Lake Trout The current IGFA all tackle world record for Lake Trout is 72 pounds. That’s the biggest lake trout caught on a line that has been recognised by the International Game Fish Association.

What is the most prized trout?

The Natives: Pacific Trout. These are among the most sought-after game fish in North American water, they are fun to catch and delicious to eat, and they are really clever and crafty. There are three species of Pacific trout in North America, but each fish varies greatly depending on where they are caught.

What is an average size rainbow trout?

Adult rainbow trout and steelhead range in size. They can reach 45 inches in length, but are usually much smaller. They can weigh more than 50 pounds (22 kilograms), but a more typical weight is 8 pounds (3.6 kilograms).

How big is a trophy rainbow trout?

2.99 pounds each
Every year, California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) trout hatcheries release trophy-sized trout to approved waters for public recreational angling and a chance to “catch a big one”! Trophy trout are categorized by CDFW as larger than 2.99 pounds each, but can be much larger.

What is the biggest trout caught in America?

A world record brown trout was caught in Arkansas in May 1992, weighing 40 pounds, 4 ounces.

What state has the biggest trout?

Alaska. It is only fitting that the country’s largest state is also home to a ridiculous amount of water that is home to an even larger amount of massive rainbow trout and wild steelhead.

What is the rarest trout?

California’s Paiute cutthroat trout – the rarest trout in North America – is finally back in its native high Sierra habitat thanks to a collaborative, multiagency effort to reintroduce the fish in Silver King Creek on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.

Where in the US is the best trout fishing?

8 Best Destinations for Trout Fishing in the U.S. [Plus Bonus Destinations Below]

  • Frying Pan River, Colorado.
  • Henry’s Fork, Idaho.
  • White River, Arkansas.
  • Bighorn River, Montana.
  • Green River, Utah.
  • Deschutes River, Oregon.
  • Beaverkill River, New York.
  • Connecticut River, Vermont & New Hampshire.

What is the lifespan of a rainbow trout?

Life Span and Reproduction The average life span of wild rainbow trout in Virginia waters is very similar to that of brook trout. Maturation begins as early as one year with average survival of three to four years. Maximum known longevity is 11 years but 7 year olds are typically the oldest in most populations.

What size trout is worth mounting?

My general rule is any trout over 20″, preferably more like 24″. I caught an 18.5″ brown a few years ago and I ALMOST decided to get it mounted simply because it had such beautiful coloration.