Sign inSign up freeRecent catches at East Iron Creek Reservoir
Shared by DepthScout anglers. Exact spots stay private, always.
Fishing East Iron Creek Reservoir: what the data says
18-acre reservoir near Sheridan Region. The lake tops out around 15 ft. The contours are modeled from the water's real shoreline and maximum depth. Treat them as a rough guide, and never use them for navigation. Below is the species-by-species picture, pulled from the same data the map uses.
East Iron Creek Reservoir's chart carries 0.2 miles of bank. The basin is a simple one (shoreline index 1.1) — close to a bowl, so the structure on the chart matters more than the bank.
Rainbow Trout fishing at East Iron Creek Reservoir
Spring rainbow trout on East Iron Creek Reservoir hold shallow, usually 4 to 15 ft. The depth story barely changes: 4 to 15 ft through summer, 3 to 15 ft in winter. The chart's best answer is Shoreline break — drop-off, 7 ft, prime for winter. Prime time lands in early morning and the evening. The summer box starts with a dodger + spoon (deep troll) or a flutter spoon.
| Season | Depth | Best window | Start at | Go-to baits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 4 to 15 ft | dawn & dusk | Shoreline break (7 ft) | Inline spinner (silver), Small spoon |
| Summer | 4 to 15 ft | dawn & dusk | Shoreline break (7 ft) | Dodger + spoon (deep troll), Flutter spoon |
| Fall | 4 to 15 ft | dawn & dusk | Shoreline break (7 ft) | Casting spoon, Jerkbait over shoals |
| Winter | 3 to 15 ft | dawn | Shoreline break (7 ft) | Jigging spoon, Tube jig (white) |
Notable structure
- Deep basin: deep basin, around 13 ft
- Shoreline break: drop-off, around 7 ft
- Shallow bay flat: weed flat, around 3 ft
East Iron Creek Reservoir fishing regulations
Season dates, license requirements, and size and bag limits for Wyoming waters are set by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department — and special regulations can apply to East Iron Creek Reservoir specifically, so confirm the current rules before you fish.
Check the official Wyoming fishing regulations →
Common questions
How deep is East Iron Creek Reservoir?
East Iron Creek Reservoir is about 15 ft (5 m) deep at its deepest point. The contours here are modeled from the water's real shape and maximum depth, so treat them as a rough guide.
What fish are in East Iron Creek Reservoir?
Anglers target rainbow trout on East Iron Creek Reservoir.
Where is the best fishing spot on East Iron Creek Reservoir?
Shoreline break is the top-rated area: a drop-off in about 7 ft of water that rates prime for rainbow trout in winter. Scroll up to the map for the complete spot list by species and season.
When is the best time to fish East Iron Creek Reservoir?
For rainbow trout, the summer bite is best in early morning and the evening. Each species page section below lists the seasonal windows, and the map shows a live NOW badge when you're inside one.
What are the fishing regulations for East Iron Creek Reservoir?
Fishing on East Iron Creek Reservoir is regulated by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. Check the official Wyoming regulations for current license requirements, season dates, and size and bag limits — special regulations can apply to this specific water.
Nearby waters
Upton Centennial 2 7 mi · Black Hills Power and Light Reservoir 11 mi · Keyhole Reservoir 24 mi · Lak Reservoir 28 mi · Belle Fourche Reservoir 57 mi, SD · Angostura Reservoir 78 mi, SD · Glendo Reservoir 114 mi · Desmet Lake 114 mi · Big Muddy Pond 116 mi · Camel Hump Reservoir 117 mi · Sheepherders Reservoir 120 mi · Big Muddy Reservoir 121 mi
See how East Iron Creek Reservoir stacks up: best rainbow trout lakes in Wyoming
Browse all Wyoming fishing maps or see every water on DepthScout. How we build these maps. For fishing guidance only, never navigation.