Idaho Angler Sets New State Record for Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout

19-inch, 3.08-pound fish caught at Henry's Lake

Feb. 4, 2026 at 8:47pm

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An Idaho angler named Robert Gregory has set a new state record for Yellowstone cutthroat trout after catching a 19-inch, 3.08-pound fish while ice fishing at Henry's Lake. Gregory and his college buddies had set out with the goal of catching a state record cutthroat trout, and their persistence paid off when Gregory hooked the record-breaking fish in the shallower waters of the lake.

Why it matters

Yellowstone cutthroat trout are a prized catch for many anglers, as there are limited places where they can be legally harvested. Henry's Lake is known for its healthy cutthroat population, supported by a hatchery program, making it a popular destination for those seeking to land this elusive species.

The details

After some initial success, Gregory and his friends moved to shallower waters at Henry's Lake, where "the bites were instant." It was then that Gregory hooked the record-breaking 19-inch, 3.08-pound Yellowstone cutthroat trout. Recognizing the potential of his catch, Gregory took the fish to a local grocery store to have it weighed on a certified scale, confirming the new state record.

  • On February 5, 2026, Robert Gregory caught the record-breaking Yellowstone cutthroat trout while ice fishing at Henry's Lake.

The players

Robert Gregory

An Idaho angler who set a new state record for Yellowstone cutthroat trout with a 19-inch, 3.08-pound fish caught at Henry's Lake.

Idaho Department of Fish and Game

The state agency that confirmed Gregory's catch as a new record for Yellowstone cutthroat trout.

Henry's Lake

A lake in Idaho known for its healthy population of Yellowstone cutthroat trout, supported by a hatchery program, making it a popular destination for anglers.

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What they’re saying

“We started having hits really quickly, and that is when I hooked into my fish.”

— Robert Gregory

What’s next

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game will officially recognize Robert Gregory's catch as the new state record for Yellowstone cutthroat trout.

The takeaway

This record-breaking catch highlights the importance of conservation efforts and hatchery programs in maintaining healthy populations of prized fish species like the Yellowstone cutthroat trout, allowing anglers to continue pursuing these bucket list catches.