Shoshone River
North and South forks from the Absarokas meet in Buffalo Bill Reservoir west of Cody; the river then runs east past Cody, Powell and Byron to the Bighorn near Lovell.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data from Natural Earth (public domain).
Weather at the Shoshone River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | 100 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | Absaroka Range, Shoshone National Forest, Wyoming |
| Mouth | Bighorn River near Lovell, Wyoming |
| State | Wyoming |
Buffalo Bill Dam forms Buffalo Bill Reservoir.
Boat ramps, launches and bait shops
Detailed ramp, bait shop and lock-and-dam listings for the Shoshone River are coming soon. Until then, these searches open Google Maps along the river:
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
- Wyoming: Wyoming Game and Fish Department ↗
Facts from Shoshone River (Wikipedia) ↗