Join us for the 25th Annual Fishing Derby  on  January 19-20, 2008

The Annual Ice Fishing Derby is held at Saratoga Lake the third weekend of January every year. 

Currently there is 12" of ice at the area where the lake is 18' deep. There are natural warm springs in the lake which can cause weak spots. The Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Saratoga are not liable for those who choose to drive their vehicles on the lake. This is a dangerous activity.        

Vehicles will not be allowed on the lake during the fishing derby.                            

fishing derby rules / prize information

Over $6000.00 in guaranteed cash payout are awarded in prizes! 

Prove your skills at Saratoga Lake in Saratoga, Wyoming while competing for over $6000.00 in cash prizes.  Hourly cash awards of $100.00 will be awarded for the largest fish measured that hour.  The big prize money is $2000 for first place, $1000 for second and $500 for third.  Small fry (under age 14) can enter the contest for a chance to win the grand prize of a $200.00 savings bond and a merchandise package, as well as hourly awards of $20.00.  Door prizes will also be given each hour.  And keep your eyes open for the bounty fish, a fish with a pink tag behind the dorsal fin—the first bounty fish to be caught during the derby is worth $500!

Registration is $30 for adults and $10 for Small Fry (under 14).  You may register at local businesses that sell fishing licenses.  You may also register at the Chamber office (106 N First Street) on Friday, January 19, until 8 pm, or at the lake on Saturday morning starting at 6 am.  The derby hours are 7 am to 5 pm Saturday and 7 am to 2 pm Sunday.

Results from the 2005 Fishing Derby: