Utah Fishing Reports
North
Revised 07-30-10
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American Fork River
Rainbow Trout
No recent reports.
Regulations
Bear Lake
Cisco, Cutthroat Trout, Mackinaw (Lake Trout), Rainbow Trout, Whitefish
STOP WHIRLING DISEASE
(Jul 29) Anglers report fair fishing. The lake is being stocked with catchable rainbow trout near the marina and at Garden City.
(Jul 9) Bear Lake biologist Scott Tolentino reports that fishing is good. Last weekend, anglers were catching cutthroats and some nice rainbows. They had a lot of fun catching the rainbows, which they reeled in from the shoreline by the marina.
Regulations
Bear River
Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Bullhead Catfish, Channel Catfish, Crappie, Cutthroat Trout, Green Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Whitefish, Yellow Perch
No recent reports.
Big Sandwash Reservoir
Brown Trout, Crayfish, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 14) Anglers reported fair to good fishing for rainbows and bass from boats and along the shoreline. Try trout baits and either small fish/crawfish-colored lures or brightly-colored, flashy lures. Fish deep and during the cooler hours as water levels are high and surface waters are above the trout's preferred temperatures during the day. Look for bass in and around rocky structures and submerged vegetation. Access the reservoir from the boat ramp and a new public access point on the northeast corner.
Birch Creek Reservoir
Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Trout (hybrid)
(Jul 29) Anglers report fair fishing. One angler caught two rainbows, 9 and 13 inches, and a 14-inch tiger trout. The reservoir is drawn down in the late summer, which makes the water soupy with blue-green algae.
(Jul 22) Conservation Office Jade Sumsion reports Birch Creek not many people fish this reservoir.
(Jul 9) Conservation Officer Jade Sumsion reports that Birch Creek was recently stocked with tiger trout fingerlings. It will take some time and growth before these fish have an effect on catch rates. Officer Sumsion recommends using a worm off the bottom. At Woodruff Creek Reservoir (south of Birch Creek), Sumsion reports that fishing is tougher. Anglers are catching rainbows from the dam and south end, but access is limited.
(Jul 4) Keri of Ogden fished with a partner using worms in 10 ft. of water. "It is still cold and got pretty windy. We caught 7 rainbow trout and only 1 tiger trout. The tiger trout was double the size of any of the rainbow we caught. We had hoped to catch our limit in tiger trout, but they were not biting."
Blacksmith Fork River
Brook Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Whitefish
STOP WHIRLING DISEASE
(Jul 29) Anglers report good fishing. Water flows are low and clear. Small hoppers are showing up along the banks. Try using a #14 stimulator with a bright-green body.
(Jul 22) Caddisfly dries are plentiful and the flows are just perfect. I talked to anglers at the dam using nightcrawlers who were having success for rainbows. I also talked to a couple of fly fishermen just coming off the river and they had fun catching browns on caddisfly and mosquitoe patterns. Further up the road, try Rock Creek and Curtis Creek near where they meet up with the Blacksmith Fork. These are heavily brushed streams and are challenging to fish, but there is some nice pocket water that holds beautiful cutthroat trout.
(Jul 9) Picnic season has finally arrived, and Blacksmith Fork Canyon is one of the prettiest places to enjoy a picnic and some great fishing.
Blue Mountains
Brook Trout, Northern Pike, Rainbow Trout
No recent reports.
Bountiful Pond
Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 29) Aquatics Biologist Chris Penne reports good fishing for channel catfish in the early morning and evening. Try fishing worms on the bottom of the pond. Anglers are catching a few rainbow trout with salmon eggs, and a few green sunfish with worms dropped in between the boulders near the boat ramp.
(Jul 22) Few anglers fishing out on the lake today. Anglers said that fishing was very poor and only saw a few fish taken early in the day. REMINDER: There is a two-fish limit at urban fisheries.
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Brough Reservoir 
Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass
(Jul 14) Fishing has been fair from along the shoreline and from float tubes and small boats. Try fishing mornings and later in the afternoon; several anglers have reported catch rates drop off in mid-day.
Regulations
Brown's Draw Reservoir
Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Whitefish
No recent reports.
Bullock Reservoir
Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Musky (hybred)
(Jul 14) We've had a couple reports on bass and tiger muskie fishing, which indicate its fair to good.
Regulations
Burraston Ponds
Albino Trout, Bluegill, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 30) There's a two-fish limit at the ponds. Anglers report fair success with traditional baits and lures.
(Jul 22) Two fish limit. Anglers are using traditional baits and lures.
(Jul 2) There's a two-fish limit at the ponds. Anglers report fair success with traditional baits and lures.
Regulations
Calder Reservoir
Rainbow Trout
(Jul 14) Anglers reported fair to good catch rates from shore using both flies and lures. The reservoir has special catch and release regulations, flies and lures only - no bait, check the Utah Fishing Guidebook for details.
Regulations
Causey Reservoir
Cutthroat Trout, Kokanee Salmon, Rainbow Trout, Splake (hybrid), Tiger Trout (hybrid)
(Jul 29) Dedicated Hunter Mark Strauss reports fair fishing from the shore with PowerBait or worms. Floattubers should try fishing deep with leaches and woolly buggers. Most of the action is in the morning.
(Jul 22) Dedicated Hunter Scott Houston reports the fishing continues to be slow. Some anglers reported success catching rainbows using worms and Power Bait near the inlet by the Boy Scout camp.
(Jul 9) Dedicated Hunter Bob McLean reports that fishing is very slow. Even the spear fishermen reported that few fish were visible. The water was murky down to about 35 feet. Nightcrawlers worked best for those who caught fish. Spinners drew fish close, but there weren't any hits. Dedicated Hunter Kevin Jackson reports that the fish are biting in the early morning. Fishing slows down as soon as the day warms up. Most fish caught were small rainbows, ranging from six to nine inches long.
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Chalk Creek
Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout
No recent reports.
Clinton City Park Pond
Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout
No recent reports.
Regulations
Corn Creek
Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 29) Flows are low and clear. Brown trout are abundant and will hit a variety of baits, lures and flies. Flashy spinners and nymphs can be particularly effective. Catchable-sized rainbows have been stocked near the campground. Anglers also report fair fishing in Chalk Creek and Oak Creek.
(Jul 2) There haven't been any recent reports from Corn Creek. Runoff is starting to subside in Chalk Creek, and the fishing is improving.
Cottonwood Reservoir
Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass
(Jul 14) Anglers have reported good fishing for bullhead catfish and they are catching a few tiger muskie but not in keepers and a few smallmouth bass also reported. Bullheads from Cottonwood and Bullock are both large and plentiful making them an ideal fish to catch and to keep for a pan sized fillet.
Regulations
Crouse Reservoir
Rainbow Trout
(Jul 14) Water levels are extremely low due to lack of snowfall and downstream water users calling for priority water rights to fill their stock ponds. No new reports on fishing success nor have there been anglers to check.
Currant Creek
Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 4) Pean of West Valley fished above the waterfall, 3.7 miles down the road, in a group of 3 and caught 35 rainbows using natural scent corn PowerBait.
Currant Creek Reservoir
Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 21) Dax of Heber City flyfished with his son. "If you like catching grass, then this is the best place to fish! My son and I fished and decided that this was not worth the drive from Heber. There is just too much vegetation in this body of water. The river which exits the reservoir had a lot of fish from the action the surface was getting. We noticed that once the sun sets over the mountain, the mosquitos come out in droves!"
(Jul 14) Fishing has been fair to good for both tiger and cutthroat trout. The tiger trout, a hybrid between brown and brook trout, stocked last year are roughly 10 – 12 inches this spring. The area has received rain so be aware there could be muddy conditions limiting angler access.
(Jul 3) Todd and Ryan of West Valley fished near the dam in a group of 3 and caught 7 rainbows and 1 tiger trout trolling a small bright spinner with worm on end. "Great day to fish. Tons of hits. Everyone was catching from boats/floats."
Cutler Reservoir
Bass, Catfish, Crappie, Sunfish
(Jul 29) Anglers report good fishing for smaller catfish.
(Jul 22) Fishing continues to be good for mudcats and channel cats.
(Jul 9) Anglers report good fishing for bullheads near the Cache Junction bridge. Fishing for small channel catfish has also been good, and anglers occasionally report catching catfish over 20 inches.
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Deer Creek Reservoir
Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, Yellow Perch
(Jul 29) Most anglers are having at least fair success from shoreline and boat anglers are doing a bit better. Trolling has been very effective. Power bait or worms from shoreline are working fairly well.
(Jul 17) Johnny Willeto of Orem fished the Heber Creeper side in a group of 3 and caught 14 rainbows using Pautzke's Fire Bait Orange creme. Fished in 30 ft. of water with a split shot and 3 ft. of leader. "good fishing at noon."
(Jul 5) Johnny Willeto of Orem fished with a partner and caught 15 rainbows using salmon eggs. "Let all of em go except for two for lunch. 3 hours worth. My buddy won't doubt me again."
(Jul 5) Dan of Orem fished Rainbow Bay in a group of 5 and caught 7 rainbows using pop gear and worms at 25 ft. "down riggers never fail"
(Jul 3) Johnny Willeto of Orem fished Charleston and caught 4 rainbows using salmon eggs. "I left my home in Orem at 5:22 am and I walked in the door at home at 7:08 am. It was so awesome. I am going tomorrow and the next day."
(Jul 2) Officer Brandon Olson reports that trout fishing is very good with PowerBait, and long leaders seem to be the key. Bass fishing is good with tube jigs and Mr. Twisters. Officer Paul Davis reports that most anglers are doing very well from boats and from the shoreline. Some anglers have tried to keep more than their limits of fish. The water level is still high. Walleye fishing is slow to fair right now, but a few anglers have reported catching them.
Regulations
Duck Fork Reservoir
Colorado River Cutthroat Trout, Tiger Trout (hybrid)
(Jul 30) Conservation officers reported good fishing last weekend for 16- to 18-inch tiger trout. Trout appeared to feed on the surface much of the day, due to a dragon fly hatch. A variety of dry fly patterns seemed effective. On July 18, Tom Ogden and his son fished from a tube with sinking line and soft hackle patterns on size 8 hooks. Dark colors proved to be most successful. Ogden rated fishing as good. His catch ranged from 13 to 18 inches.
(Jul 30) Anglers report fair to good success for smallmouth bass near the shoreline and underwater structure. Anglers have also had decent success catching trout with traditional baits from the shore. Boat anglers report good success with traditional baits and while trolling various lures or pop gear. There were only a couple of reports from successful walleye anglers.
(Jul 22) On 7/18, Tom Ogden and his son fished from a tube with sinking line and soft hackle patterns on size 8 hooks. Dark colors proved to be most successful. Ogden rated fishing as good. His catch ranged from 13–18 inches. Ogden observed that most anglers were not getting their flies or lures deep enough to catch fish. This water has special regulations. The limit is two tiger trout. The reservoir is closed to the possession of cutthroat trout or trout with cutthroat markings. Artificial flies and lures only. Tributaries are now open to fishing.
(Jul 14) Sergeant Stacey Jones reported good fishing with plastic jigs. Anglers using other tackle experienced less success. This water has special regulations. Tributaries open on the second Saturday in July.
(Jul 2) Aquatics Technician Randall Stilson reported heavy fishing pressure over the weekend. Tiger trout ranged from 14–20 inches. Jakes lures and Mepps spinners are the most effective in catching fish. The best lure colors are brass or yellow. This water has special regulations. The limit is two tiger trout. The reservoir is closed to the possession of cutthroat trout or trout with cutthroat markings. Artificial flies and lures only. Tributaries are closed until the second Saturday in July.
Regulations
East Canyon Reservoir
Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Tiger Trout (hybrid)
(Jul 29) Anglers report good fishing with a lot of fishing pressure. Try PowerBait from the shore. Worms, spinners and salmon eggs are not working very well right now.
(Jul 22) Anglers report good fishing for rainbows in 30 to 40 feet of water.
(Jul 17) Morgan of Layton fished the 16th and 17th in a group of 3 on the east side during early morning till about 11:00am both days. They trolled very very slow using pop gear with leaded line a worm and also used PowerBait along with the worm and caught 10 rainbows. "seemed like all colors of powerbait worked. We had our limit in 2hrs."
(Jul 17) Tyson Briggs of South Jordan fished the west side by the rock cliff with a partner and caught 15 rainbows, a smallmouth and a crappie trolling popgear and worm in 15 to 30 ft. of water. "the fishing was better in the morning for trout"
(Jul 12) Cory Smith reports: "We caught 18 fish within 4 hours using pop gear and worm, we would have more but some got off the hook to soon. Best time was between 0800 and noon."
(Jul 9) Dedicated Hunter Bob McLean reports that fishing from the shoreline can be fairly fast with PowerBait in the middle of the day. The are some good-sized rainbows in the reservoir. Trolling slowly with bait is also an effective method.
Echo Reservoir
Bass, Brown Trout, Channel Catfish, Crappie, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 29) Dedicated Hunter Chris Strauss reports fair fishing. One angler caught a 22-inch fish, perch, small bass and rainbows with a silver spinner and pheasant tail fly in clear water.
(Jul 22) Conservation Officer Rustin Nielsen reports fishing has been fair for trout. Shore fishermen have had success fishing with worm, marshmallow or power bait off the bottom. Fishing has been best early morning or late evening. Boat fishermen have had success trolling for trout near the bottom. Bass fishing has been fair along the east side of the reservoir from boat. Fishermen have been catching bass on a variety of tackle from rapalas to plastic worms.
(Jul 9) Dedicated Hunter Kevin Jackson reports that there weren't many anglers on the water. The ones he interviewed had success with PowerBait and woolly buggers. They used PowerBait on the bottom, and woolly buggers on the surface. The anglers primarily caught 15-inch rainbows. Fishing is better before noon, especially along the rocky parts of the shoreline.
(Jul 3) Anel Mukic of Salt Lake fished in a group of 6 and caught 21 rainbows, 2 smallmouth, 3 carp and a perch. "WOW!!! We were camping from saturday to monday and it was amazingly excellent fishing. Saturday afternoon after we unpacked our camping gear we set up the poles with worms and went swimming. We waited 20 minutes then one of my buddy's poles went screaming and this carp came all the way to shore and the hook fell out it was huge. Then later my buddy caught a 6 pound carp and at the same time my brothers pole went and i pulled out a rainbow trout. Then we all setup on powerbait and the fishing took off. We caught 3 more and then later at 2 AM i caught a carp. In the morning we caught 1 but then we went on the boat but caught nothing. When we came back we just relaxed and swam. Later we caught 5 fish. We didnt stay up for carp and in the morning we caught 12 on monday it was crazy we had double headers and it was just so fun! We caught the rainbows on pretty much any color powerbait mostly green or corn flavored powerbait. But on monday we caught 11 on yellow power eggs and 1 on corn powerbait. The fish pretty much hooked themselves they went on a frenzy we did let 2 of them go just because we had already cleaned 12 of them. I caught the bass on o tube jig but let it go it was decent size. and my dad reeled in another carp, and my buddy caught a little perch. The fishing was crazy good. It was freaking amazingly great. The only thing more we could ask for is more bait. We used a lot of bait but it was worth it. We didnt catch 1 little fish. The rainbow were all at least 14 inches minimum and the carp were all over 6 pounds"
(Jul 3) Lane Hirning of Salt Lake City fished the east shore with a partner and caught 5 rainbows using PowerBait on a sliding sinker. "Fishing was great until about 9:30am and then turned off like someone flipped a switch"
Regulations
Electric Lake
Cutthroat Trout
(Jul 30) Boaters, trolling with pop gear and dead minnows, have had the best luck.
(Jul 22) Boaters, trolling with pop gear and dead minnows, have had the best luck.
(Jul 14) Conservation Officer Ben Riley rated fishing as fair. One good technique involves trolling a dead minnow behind pop gear.
(Jul 2) Conservation officers reported fair fishing last weekend. The best technique was trolling a dead minnow behind pop gear. One angler caught ten trout in three hours using this method.
Fairview Lakes
Rainbow Trout
(Jul 30) Dedicated Hunter Coordinator Walt Maldonado reported good fishing for fat 12- to 13-inch trout. Baitcasters should use worms and white, garlic-flavored marshmallows.
Farmington Pond
Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 29) Anglers report slow fishing for rainbow trout from the shore. Try worms or PowerBait in the early morning or evening. Fishing for other species is also slow.
(Jul 22) Very few anglers all day. Due to high temperatures fishing was very poor.
(Jul 2) Ryan of Layton reports: "We have been three times as a group. We have fished at different times using a variety of lures and baits. We could not get anything. We asked groups as they were leaving if they had any luck and no one had any. We tried to talk with a DWR warden, but he blew us off and was a jerk. He caught all of us of guard. If you want to do some fishing dont waste your time here."
Regulations
Ferron Reservoir
Rainbow Trout
(Jul 30) Good fishing continues. Worms and PowerBait are recommended. The best PowerBait colors are green and orange.
(Jul 22) Good fishing continues. Worms or PowerBait are recommended. The best PowerBait colors have been green or orange. Anglers may take a limit of four rainbows and an additional four brookies.
(Jul 14) Conservation Officer Ben Stearns reported fair fishing last weekend. Worms are recommended for brook trout and PowerBait for rainbows. The most effective colors have been green and orange. Anglers may take a limit of four rainbows and four brookies.
(Jul 2) Randall Stilson observed an angler take a limit of four rainbows and four brookies in four hours. He recommends worms for brook trout and PowerBait for rainbows. The most effective colors are green and orange.
Regulations
Fish Creek (lower)
Rainbow Trout
No recent reports.
Flaming Gorge Reservoir
Brown Trout, Burbot, Channel Catfish, Crayfish, Kokanee Salmon, Mackinaw (Lake Trout), Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass
(Jul 14) Lake trout fishing has been good to excellent and the fish are active at any level in the lake from just below the surface to 90 feet down. A good line (flourocarbon or braid) helps to feel the strike and get a good hook-set when jigging. You can help the Flaming Gorge fishery by harvesting a limit of the smaller lake trout. The limit is eight fish with one over 28 inches.
Kokanee salmon: Kokanee fishing is good to excellent when anglers can locate a school. Schools however seem to be smaller and harder to find. This agrees with other indicators and studies that lake trout and other predators are seriously reducing the number of kokanee in the reservoir, even though the DWR and WYGF have stocked millions of kokanee over the last few years. Anglers need to harvest small lake trout and burbot to reduce their consumption of kokanee.
Rainbow trout: Anglers are reporting good to excellent fishing from shore and boats. A boat is essential to access most of the reservoir; however there is acess to good shore fishing near the Dam Visitors Center (by the dam) and by the boat ramps. Fish are still using shallower waters and cruising the shoreline during the cooler parts of the day. Look for schools near cliffs, points and submerged ridges.
Smallmouth bass fishing is good to excellent. The fish have moved into the shallow waters. The storms have put them a few weeks behind their normal schedule.
Burbot fishing was good through the ice but now it is time to shift and learn to catch them from shore or boats. Try targeting rocky points and cliffs near the main channel, with depths from 10–50 feet Use just about anything that glows (spoons, tube jigs, curly-tailed jigs, minnow jigs) and tip with some type of bait. Anglers should place their baits close to the bottom and recharge the glow frequently. It is common to catch a fish immediately after re-glowing and dropping a lure. Burbot hit during the day, but they become more active during the twilight hours. You will help the Flaming Gorge fishery by harvesting as many burbot as possible. There is no limit on burbot.
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Fort Buenaventura
Rainbow Trout
No recent reports.
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Gigliotti Pond
Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 30) This pond was stocked prior to the July 24 holiday weekend. Good fishing is expected. The limit is two fish.
(Jul 22) This pond near Helper is stocked every four weeks and will be stocked prior to the July 24 holiday weekend. The limit is two fish.
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Glassman's Pond
Bluegill, Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout
No recent reports.
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Grantsville Reservoir
Brown Trout, Crayfish, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 30) There haven't been any recent reports from anglers, but you'll find fair success with traditional baits and lures.
(Jul 22) No report this week, but traditional baits and lures have been providing fair success.
(Jul 2) There haven't been any reports this week, but based on recent weeks, traditional baits and lures are your best bet.
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Green River
Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Channel Catfish, Cutthroat Trout, Northern Pike, Rainbow Trout
STOP NEW ZEALAND MUDSNAIL
(Jul 14) Anglers are reporting good fishing. Try using a large floating terrestrial like a cicada or grasshopper with a small nymph as a dropper. Watch for hatches and change flies accordingly. On windy days, anglers using lures have been more productive as they are able to cast better. Try Rapalas (floating, countdown and husky jerk); spinners; spoons; black, brown or olive marabou jigs; and plastic jigs.
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Holmes Creek Reservoir
Bluegill, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Walleye
(Jul 29) Anglers report fair fishing for small fish. The water level is starting to go down and more brushy areas are becoming accessible.
(Jul 22) No fishing pressure is observed when I check this water during the week, yet there are always fish raising when I check this water.
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Honeyville Ponds
Rainbow Trout
No recent reports.
Huntington Creek
Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout
STOP WHIRLING DISEASE
(Jul 30) Several reports indicate good fishing in the fly-only zone for brown trout up to 14 inches. Good fly patterns include leeches, prince nymphs, stimulators and hoppers. On the lower right fork, anglers should fish the deepest holes for best results. Huntington Creek has special regulations. From Flood and Engineer's Canyon upstream to Electric Lake dam, only artificial flies may be used and the limit is two trout. Below Engineer's Canyon, there are no bait restrictions and the limit is four trout. On the left fork, only artificial flies or lures may be used.
(Jul 22) According to Conservation Officer Ben Riley, fishing in the fly-only zone has been good. He recommends using prince nymphs, stimulators or hoppers. On the lower right fork, Riley suggests that anglers fish the deepest holes for best results. Huntington Creek has special regulations. From Flood and Engineer's Canyon upstream to Electric Lake dam, only artificial flies may be used and the limit is two trout. Below Engineer's Canyon, there are no bait restrictions and the limit is four trout. On the left fork, only artificial flies or lures may be used.
(Jul 14) Conservation Officer Ben Riley said that fishing has been very good. A caddis fly hatch is in progress, and fly fishermen are encouraged to match the hatch. Anglers should be aware that Huntington Creek has special regulations. From Flood and Engineer's Canyon upstream to Electric Lake dam, only artificial flies may be used and the limit is two trout. On the left fork, only artificial flies or lures may be used.
(Jul 2) Conservation Officer Ben Riley reported good fishing along the lower right fork with worms or spinners in the deeper holes. Brown trout comprise the large majority of the catch. Huntington Creek has special regulations. From Flood and Engineer's Canyon upstream to Electric Lake dam only artificial flies may be used and the limit is two trout. On the left fork, only artificial flies or lures may be used.
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Huntington North Reservoir
Crayfish, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 22) Aquatics Manager Paul Birdsey fished last weekend. He suggests fishing at first light when the water is quiet. Spend your efforts along the west side, using lipless crankbaits or tube jigs. After mid-morning, other water sports dominate the reservoir and fishing is over until evening. This water has special regulations.
(Jul 14) Aquatics Manager Paul Birdsey fished last weekend. He suggests fishing at first light when the water is quiet. Spend your efforts along the west side, using lipless crankbaits or tube jigs. After mid-morning, other water sports dominate the reservoir and fishing is over until evening. This water has special regulations.
(Jul 2) Aquatics Manager Paul Birdsey fished last weekend. He suggests fishing at first light when the water is quiet. Spend your efforts along the west side, using lipless crankbaits or tube jigs. After mid-morning, other water sports dominate the reservoir and fishing is over until evening. This water has special regulations. The limit is six bass. Only one bass may be over 12 inches.
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Huntington Reservoir
Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Trout (hybrid)
(Jul 30) Fishing has been good with pop gear tipped with a nightcrawler. Most tiger trout have been around 12 inches. Fishing from a tube or boat yields far better results than from the bank. A variety of wet flies on fast-sinking line have been effective. Good fly colors have been black, green, red and purple. It's best to fish the wet fly near the bottom in 20–35 feet of water.
(Jul 22) Fishing success continues to be sporadic. Fishing from shore has been slow, but fishing from a tube or boat has been much better. On 7/14, Tom Ogden and three companions reported catching 91 fish in eight hours, using a variety of wet flies on fast-sinking line. Best colors were black, green, red and purple. Fishing was best near the bottom in 20–35 feet of water. Boaters, trolling with pop gear, have also had good success. This water has special regulations. It is closed to the possession of cutthroat trout or trout with cutthroat markings.
(Jul 14) On July 6, Tom Ogden and son fly fished from a tube near the upper end of the reservoir. In five hours, they caught 10 trout. Nine were tigers and one was a cutthroat. All were less than 14 inches. They used medium sinking line, tipped with a black/green soft hackle fly. Ogden noted that fishing success had slowed down in the past few weeks. Other angler reports suggest slow to fair fishing. This water has special regulations. It is closed to the possession of cutthroat trout or trout with cutthroat markings.
(Jul 10) Brian H. of Provo fished with a partner. "Fishing was terrible! We fished from 6am until nearly 3pm without a single bite! We fished all around the lake from the shore and saw lots of shiners and trout fry in the shallows, but the mature ones seemed to be hiding and not hungry. The water seemed very warm I would guess over 60 degrees, so that's probably keeping the fish in the deepest coldest water they can find."
(Jul 2) Tom Ogden fly fished on June 26 and said his catch-rate was only half as good as a week earlier. Tom hooked a lot of small tigers with his biggest measuring 20 inches. He used a size 8 beadhead soft hackle fly on medium sinking line. This water has special regulations. It is closed to the possession of cutthroat trout or trout with cutthroat markings.
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Hyrum Reservoir
Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Trout (hybrid), Yellow Perch
STOP WHIRLING DISEASE
(Jul 29) A couple of guys were fishing from float tubes over the weekend. They had a 15-inch rainbow they had caught using worms.
(Jul 22) I talked to a couple of guys who were fishing from float tubes over the weekend. They showed me a 15-inch rainbow they had caught using worms.
(Jul 9) PowerBait has produced good fishing for shore anglers.
Joe's Valley Reservoir
Crayfish, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Trout (hybrid), Splake (hybrid)
(Jul 30) Fishing has been slow. Aquatics Biologist Dan Keller recommends anchoring in 50–70 feet of water and jigging near the bottom. Chub meat is the best all-around bait.
(Jul 22) Fishing has been slow. Aquatics Biologist Dan Keller recommends anchoring in 50–70 feet of water and jigging near the bottom. Tip your jig with chub meat.
(Jul 14) Fisheries Biologist Dan Keller spoke with several boaters at Joe's Valley Reservoir on Monday (July 5). They reported slow fishing. Keller observed that these anglers had used springtime techniques, which included casting lures and jigs from a boat toward the shore. During the summer season, most of the splake go deeper. Keller recommends anchoring in 50–70 feet of water and jigging near the bottom. Try tipping your jig with chub meat to increase the catch.
(Jul 2) On June 23, James Gilson reported slow fishing. He and his son fished caught six trout under 18 inches in about five hours from a boat. Try using chubs or chub meat.
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Jordan River
Brown Trout, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Sunfish, Walleye, White Bass
No recent reports.
Jordanelle Reservoir
Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch
STOP WHIRLING DISEASE
(Jul 30) The water level seems to have dropped a bit. You'll find fair fishing for trout and bass — with all methods — from boats, tubes or the shoreline. Bass success has been best on the Rock Cliff side of the reservoir. You'll see quite a few recreational boaters, so early mornings are best if you plan to fish from a boat.
(Jul 29) Both trout and bass fishing success is considered "fair" by using all methods from boat, tube or shoreline. Bass success has been best on the Rock Cliff side of the reservoir.
(Jul 20) Anel Mukic of Salt Lake fished in a group of 4 and caught 7 smallmouth using tube jigs and spinners. "We were hoping for some trout but nothing was hitting on powerbait so we jigged some trees and grass lines and caught 7 bass. My buddy caught a nice 4 pound smally on a tube jig and i caught a 2 and a half pound bass on a white spinner. The rest were small to medium. Had a blast swimming in the warm water and fishing was productive!"
(Jul 2) Both trout and bass fishing is considered fair to good from boats, tubes and the shoreline. It doesn't seem to matter which method you use. Bass success has been best on the Rock Cliff side of the reservoir.
Regulations
Kaysville Ponds
Black bullhead, Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Green Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 29) Anglers report fair fishing for channel and bullhead catfish from the shore with worms or stink baits. One angler reported catching a bluegill on a fly rod. Trout fishing is been slow; try using worms and PowerBait. Fishing during the day is slow. Anglers are having the best success in the early morning or evening.
(Jul 22) Anglers experienced very poor fishing. Hot temperatures kept many fishermen away from the ponds. REMINDER: There is a two-fish limit at urban fisheries.
(Jul 14) Brad of Kaysville fished the south 2 ponds with a partner. "The small little catfish are biting worms in the afternoons, and all are very small. We have had no sucess with trout using numerous types of bait spinners and tackle. Be prepared to deal with less than congenial DWR folks checking limits, and good luck getting your limit in the first place!"
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LaSal Mountains
Albino Trout, Bluegill, Grayling, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Splake (hybrid)
(Jul 30) On July 26, Conservation Officer TJ Robertson provided the following information:
Colorado River—Catfish anglers have reported good success near the portal and just up river from Sandy Beach or near mile marker 6.5 on Highway 128. Use stink baits for best results. These may include rotten hot dogs, shrimp or squid.
Dark Canyon— Fishing continues to be slow. Bait anglers have reported limited success with nightcrawlers and salmon eggs. Fly anglers have been using leech, mosquito and mayfly patterns.
Dons Lake— Fishing has been very good. Fly fishermen have done well with a variety of small flies. Bait anglers have reported success with all types of baits.
Hidden Lake— Good fishing continues. Good PowerBait colors have been rainbow, green and orange. Nightcrawlers have worked for some anglers. Fly fishermen have been most successful with small mayfly imitations as well as leech patterns. Roostertails have proven to be the best lures.
Kens Lake—Fishing has been fair to good. Crawdad imitations and doubletail Yamamoto jigs have been catching bass in the mornings and evenings. Trout anglers have been doing well with worms and salmon eggs. All colors of PowerBait have yielded fair success. Sunfish have been hitting on small, bright-colored crappie lures.
Medicine Lake—Fishing was slow this past week. A week ago, PowerBait, nightcrawlers and salmon eggs were effective. Fly fishermen have been using small nymphs and wooly buggers.
Rattlesnake Ranch Ponds—Fishing continues to be slow. No recommendations.
Oowah —Fishing continues to be good. Worms or PowerBait in orange, green, rainbow, and red/white/blue have been effective. Green/gold and green/red mini-Jakes lures have been working well. Fly fishermen have done well with leech patterns.
Warner — Fishing has been fair to good. The best PowerBait colors have been green or orange. Other good baits include nightcrawlers and small marshmallows. Fly fishermen have reported success with leech patterns.
(Jul 22) On 7/19, Conservation Officer TJ Robertson provided the following information:
Colorado River - Catfish anglers have reported good success in the evenings near mile marker 6.5 on Highway 128 just up river from Sandy Beach. The usual catfish baits have been working.
Dark Canyon - Fishing has been slow. Bait anglers have reported limited success with nightcrawlers and salmon eggs. Fly anglers have been using leech, mosquito and mayfly patterns.
Dons Lake - Fishing has been good. Fly fishermen have done well with small black dry flies. Bait anglers have reported success with all types of baits.
Hidden Lake - Fishing has been good. Anglers have reported catching fish on just about anything they throw in the water. Fly fishermen have been most successful with small mayfly imitations as well as leech patterns. Roostertails have been the best lures.
Kens Lake - Fishing has been slow for trout, but has been good for bass, sunfish or catfish. Hot dogs or stink bait will catch catfish. Small crappie lures or crankbaits will take sunfish. The best times to fish are in the morning or evening, although some trout anglers have reported fair action in the afternoon with nightcrawlers and salmon eggs.
Medicine Lake - Fishing has been good. Mini-Jakes in all colors have been effective. Fly fishermen have been using small nymphs and wooly buggers. Baitcasters have been using nightcrawlers, salmon eggs, and orange PowerBait.
Rattlesnake Ranch Ponds - Fishing has been slow.
Oowah - Fishing has been very good. Green, orange and rainbow glitter PowerBait have been taking both rainbows and brook trout. Small spinners such as mini-Jakes in green/red or gold/green have been performing well. Black Panther Martins and Roostertails with silver blades have been popular choices. Fly fishermen have done well with leech patterns.
Warner - Fishing has been fair to good. The best end tackle is PowerBait in yellow or orange. Small spinners have worked well. Fly fishermen have reported success with leech patterns.
Medicine Lake - Fishing success has varied from fair to good. Try green PowerBait, nightcrawlers, or small spinners. Conservation Officer TJ Robertson reminds campers that bears have been seen at several campgrounds and lakes across the LaSal Mountains. Robertson urges everyone to keep a clean camp and not to clean fish in the lakes, where they serve as an attractant.
(Jul 14) Conservation Officer TJ Robertson provided the following report following the July 4 holiday:
Dark Canyon — Fishing was slow at Dark Canyon. However, most people were found to be fishing during the middle of the day, when success is normally poor.
Dons Lake — Fishing was very good. Fly fishermen did well with small black-colored dry flies. Bait anglers reported success with all types of baits.
Hidden Lake — Fishing was good at Hidden Lake. Orange PowerBait, worms, salmon eggs and marshmallows worked well. Small Jakes spinners in gold and green, or silver and red seemed to work best for spincasters.
Kens Lake — Fishing was fair to good. Early morning and late evening have been the best times to catch fish. The best PowerBait colors have been green, orange and rainbow. Worms tipped with a salmon egg have also been effective. Robertson noted that the water level has been dropping. Bass seemed to be active near the inlet, where the usual bass jigs have been working well.
Oowah — Conservation Officer Robertson and his five-year-old son fished on July 6 and caught 18 fish in two hours. The best performing baits were orange or rainbow glitter PowerBait. Fishing was reported to be very good. Fly anglers were successful with small nymphs and grasshopper look-a-likes.
Warner — Fishing was fair to good. Fly anglers enjoyed success with a variety of fly patterns.
Medicine Lake — Fishing ranged from fair to good. Morning and evening anglers had the best luck with green PowerBait and nightcrawlers. Small spinners worked as well.
(Jul 4) Steve & Joani of Moab fished the NE shore of Ken's Lake and caught 8 rainbows, 7 largemouth and 1 bluegill using nightcrawlers and Kick 'n Bass. "Yum-yum!!!!"
Locomotive Springs
Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout
No recent reports.
Logan River
Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Whitefish
STOP WHIRLING DISEASE
(Jul 29) Conservation Officer Matt Burgess reports Logan Canyon 1–3 Dams had been slower than usual. Power Bait, salmon eggs worms have been working. The upper Logan opened last Saturday and the cutthroat trout are in good shape and biting on spinners and flies. Further up the canyon, Beaver Creek is good for spinners and flies as well.
(Jul 22) Conservation Officer Matt Burgess reports Logan Canyon 1–3 Dams had been slower than usual. Power Bait, salmon eggs worms have been working. The upper Logan opened last Saturday and the cutthroat trout are in good shape and biting on spinners and flies. Further up the canyon, Beaver Creek is good for spinners and flies as well.
(Jul 15) Geir of Tremonton fished First Dam and caught 1 brown. "lots of little minnows one person caught about 4 fish in the time we were there. He was using hamburger another person caught two using gulp minnows."
(Jul 9) Fishing has been good using zebra midges and hare's ear patterns.
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Lost Creek Reservoir
Brown Trout, Crayfish, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 29) Dedicated Hunter Mark Strauss reports good fishing from the shore, close to the dam. Several anglers reported catching their limits in the morning with PowerBait and worms. Other anglers had success with spinners. Fishing pressure is light.
(Jul 22) Dedicated Hunter Jake Barben reports fishing along the dam is good. Most anglers are using baits like spinners, KastMaster – Silver and Blue, PowerBait, and worms. Anglers on the north side of the lake are doing well with flies and fly rods. One angler reported catching his limit of rainbow trout in one hour a week prior using a small spoon painted like a minnow rainbow trout.
(Jul 9) You'll find good fishing for cutthroats and rainbows. A variety of baits work well, including spinners, worms and PowerBait. One angler reported catching a six-pound trout over the holiday weekend.
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Mabey Pond
Crappie, Catfish, Largemouth Bass
No recent reports.
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Mantua Reservoir
Bluegill, Cutthroat Trout, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 29) Anglers report good fishing for bass and bluegill.
(Jul 23) Fob of Brigham City fished the north half and caught 3 largemouth using plastic worms. "Nice largemouth from the shore. A couple per hour. Simple plastic worms, just beware the vegatation! Could even be better away from the ski boats."
(Jul 22) An angler I talked to at Mantua over the weekend thought that bass seem to be seeking cover as water temperatures rise. He caught three bass using streamers. Look to fish open holes in the vegetation. Fly fishing with damsel fly patterns can be fun this time of year. Spinnerbaits can also be an effective way to trigger explosive strikes from bass hiding under vegetation. See my little video on bass fishing spots at http://www.facebook.com/video/?id=100000734104644
(Jul 9) Conservation Officer Mike Kinghorn reports that fishing for bluegill and bass has been good. Anglers report good bass fishing with buzz baits and jerkbaits.
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Matt Warner Reservoir
Brook Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 14) Anglers report good fishing for rainbow trout. Anglers are catching fish using flies, lures and baits from the shore, small boats and float tubes.
Miller's Flat Reservoir
Rainbow Trout
(Jul 30) Lieutenant Carl Gramlich reported slow fishing. Two weeks earlier, better fishing success was reported. The best baits were orange or green PowerBait.
(Jul 22) Lieutenant Carl Gramlich reported slow fishing. Two weeks earlier, better fishing success was reported. The best baits were orange or green PowerBait.
(Jul 14) Two weeks ago, orange or green PowerBait was very effective.
(Jul 2) There is no recent report. A week ago good fishing was reported with orange or green PowerBait.
Millsite Reservoir
Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 30) The reservoir has been recently stocked, which has improved fishing success. Early morning is the best time to fish.
(Jul 22) The reservoir has been recently stocked, which is expected to improve fishing success. Early morning is the best time to fish.
(Jul 14) Fishing was slow over the 4th of July weekend. Other water sports dominated the reservoir.
(Jul 2) Aquatics Technician Bill Mitchell reports slow fishing in the full reservoir. Bill said that bright green PowerBait outperformed nightcrawlers.
Monroe Mountain Lakes
Rainbow Trout, Tiger Trout (hybrid)
(Jul 29) Catchable-sized rainbows have been stocked in the Box Creek reservoirs as well as the north-end lakes and ponds. Anglers report fair fishing at Manning Meadow with streamers and nymphs. Evening hatches can also be productive.
(Jul 2) Catchable-sized rainbows have been stocked in the Box Creek reservoirs and the northend lakes and ponds. Access to Barney Lake is good and the lake is full but murky. Fishing is slow to fair for tigers with lures and streamers. Manning Meadow Reservoir is closed to fishing until July 10.
Moon Lake
Brook Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Kokanee Salmon, Rainbow Trout, Splake (hybrid), Whitefish
No recent reports.
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Newton Reservoir
Bass, Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Musky (hybrid), Yellow Perch
(Jul 29) Anglers report slow fishing. There is a lot of powerboats activity.
(Jul 22) Conservation Officer Matt Burgess reports Newton Reservoir has been providing a few muskies using fire tiger colors and brown trout Rapals. Some bass and perch are also being caught.
(Jul 9) Biologist Ben Nadolski reports that the shorelines are turbid. The murky water will make it difficult to sight fish for muskies.
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Nine Mile Reservoir
Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 22) Fair success with worms, power bait or spinners.
(Jul 2) Anglers report fair success with worms, PowerBait or spinners.
Ogden River
Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout
STOP WHIRLING DISEASE
(Jul 29) Dedicated Hunter Mark Strauss reports fair fishing in the morning with wet flies like copper johns, hare's ears and pheasant tails. Try fishing in tailout-pools with a lot of shade.
(Jul 22) Cool morning and evening hours are the best times to fish the Ogden, especially in the warmer sections.
(Jul 17) Riley P. of Farmington fished with a partner and caught 4 browns using spinners and floating Rapalas. "Fairly slow day, fish were healthy and fat."
(Jul 9) Flows in the Ogden River are ideal, and the water is clear. Fishing is good for brown trout, especially in the canyon. Try using an assortment of nymphs, including copper Johns, hares' ears and pheasant tails in size 18.
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Palisade Reservoir
Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Trout (hybrid)
(Jul 22) No report this week. Try traditional baits and lures.
(Jul 2) There haven't been any reports this week, but traditional baits and lures have worked well over the past month.
Payson Lakes
Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 30) Fishing is good! Try using traditional baits and lures.
(Jul 22) Payson Lake campground is open (bear removed July 21 evening) and fishing has been good! Try traditional baits and lures.
(Jul 2) Officer Bagley reports that Maple Lake is open. Anglers are catching a lot of fish with traditional baits and lures.
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Pelican Lake
Bluegill, Green Sunfish, Largemouth Bass
(Jul 14) The recent winds have created some interesting fishing conditions; however, in between storms the fishing has been good to excellent. Anglers are finding fish in the shallows and in about 15 feet of water depending on the weather. Both species bass and bluegill seem to be moving in and out of the shallows depending on the temperatures and storm conditions. Note: This is an AIS \"watch\" water for invasive mussels. Be sure to clean and dry fishing and other equipment exposed to the water, such as boats, waders, rubber boots and fish finders, both before and after using the reservoir.
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Pineview Reservoir
Bluegill, Bullhead Catfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Tiger Musky (hybrid), Trout, Yellow Perch
(Jul 29) Dedicated Hunter Mark Strauss reports slow fishing. There is heavy boat and waterskier traffic. Try fishing for smallmouth in shallow waters.
(Jul 22) Good small fishing is reported to be found around the entire reservoir. Larger fish can come from larger lures. Structure such as old trees can provide good fishing for crappie.
(Jul 15) Dante Lazo of West Valley fished 3 different spots in a group of 3. "we caught nothing today, maybe we catch it all last time .4 hour and nothing .not a good day my freinds.."
(Jul 9) Biologist Ben Nadolski reports that the fishing for smallmouth at Pineview is pretty good right now. The bass are just finishing their spawn. Most are still located in shallow shoreline areas, especially before sunset and right after sunrise. Anglers also report good fishing for bluegill, perch and a few crappie.
(Jul 7) Dante Lazo of West Valley fished Cemetery Point in a group of 3 and caught 65 crappie using red and white jigs and black and yellow jigs" on a bobber. "when u hit a school of crappies they bite eveything my friends...dinner is gooood ..fried fresh crappies"
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Pioneer Park Pond
Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Green Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout
No recent reports.
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Porcupine Reservoir
Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Kokanee Salmon, Rainbow Trout, Splake (hybrid)
STOP WHIRLING DISEASE
(Jul 29) Conservation Office Matt Burgess reports the fishing has been good for Kokanee by using pop gear and a worm harness. 27 to 30 feet deep has been the best.
(Jul 22) Conservation Office Matt Burgess reports the fishing has been good for Kokanee by using pop gear and a worm harness. 27 to 30 feet deep has been the best.
(Jul 9) Conservation Officer Matt Burgess reports fair fishing for kokanee by trolling in about thirty feet of water. Trout fishing has picked up. Try a silver pop gear harnessed with a worm.
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Price River
Rainbow Trout
No recent reports.
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Provo River
Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Walleye
(Jul 30) Lower: There weren't any reports from anglers this week, but try a size 20 or smaller midge imitation. Sow bugs or small dark nymphs should also work fairly well.
Middle: The parking lot is a bit crowded on weekends. Anglers are doing well on this stretch of the river with small nymphs or dry flies. There are special regulations on much of the Provo River — please review them in the Utah Fishing Guidebook before you begin fishing.
(Jul 22) Lower: Size 20 or smaller midge imitations above I-15 and up to Deer Creek Dam are still working well. Sow bugs or any small dark nymphs should work fairly well. Anglers are having fair success for white bass on the lower stretches of the river near Utah Lake.
Middle: Anglers are doing well on this stretch of the river by using both small nymphs or dry flies. Pressure is at least moderate on weekends in several of the popular stretches. Special regulations on much of the Provo River. Please review the Utah Fishing Guidebook before heading out on a trip.
(Jul 2) Lower: Anglers report success using small (size 20 or smaller) midge imitations above I-15 and up to Deer Creek Dam. Sow bugs are a good pattern as well. The river is running a little high. Anglers are still catching quite a few white bass on the lower stretches of the river near Utah Lake.
Middle: Warning: The Upper Provo (above Jordanelle) is running extremely high and muddy — don't try to fish there. Officer Brandon Olson reports that fishing on the Middle Provo is fair if you use nymphs, streamers, spinners and Rapalas. There are special regulations on much of the Provo River, so please review the Utah Fishing Guidebook before heading out on a trip.
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Red Creek Reservoir
Rainbow Trout
No recent reports.
Red Fleet Reservoir
Bluegill, Brown Trout, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 14) Anglers report good fishing for rainbows, bass and bluegill. Recent surveys showed an abundance of the illegally introduced walleye in the nets. These fish represented several age classes with some over six pounds. Red Fleet has no limit on walleye and all walleye must be killed and taken; no catch and release allowed. Anglers may access the reservoir from the backside but the closed gate limits it to walk-in only. This is to hinder the movement of invasive Zebra and Quagga mussels by controlling the launching of boats. Note: the new washing station is up and running. This is an AIS \"watch\" water for invasive mussels so be sure to clean and dry fishing and other equipment exposed to the water, such as boats, waders, rubber boots and fish finders, both before and after using the reservoir.
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Rockport Reservoir
Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Trout (hybrid), Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch
STOP WHIRLING DISEASE
(Jul 29) Dedicated Hunter Chris Strauss reports poor fishing from the shore because of the warm and murky water. Boaters had better success in deeper, clearer water. Try using silver spinners.
(Jul 22) Anglers report fair fishing for trout in deeper water
(Jul 9) Dave Clark reports: "water was beautiful, bass were active. caught 9 small mouth and one trout and those were the ones I got into the float tube....great day for fishing."
(Jul 9) Dedicated Hunter Bob McLean reports that fishing for rainbows is fair from the shore, especially if you use PowerBait on the bottom. Trolling action seems a little slow. Anglers report catching bass with dark tube jigs.
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Salem Pond
Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 30) There's a two-fish limit at the pond. Anglers report fair fishing with traditional baits. Most anglers are using PowerBait or worms. You'll see many small bass, sunfish and bluegill along the vegetated shoreline. Use a very small bait-tipped hook or jig to catch these small fish.
(Jul 22) Two-fish limit. Lots of small bass, sunfish and bluegill along the vegetated shoreline. Use a very small bait-tipped hook to or jig to catch these small fish.
(Jul 2) There's a two-fish limit at the pond. Officer Bagley reports that anglers are catching fish with traditional baits and lures.
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Scofield Reservoir
Crayfish, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 30) Conservation Officer Ben Riley reported good fishing, especially for anglers trolling with pop gear and nightcrawlers, dead minnow or chub meat. Anglers who still-fish near the island have been doing well with worms, dead minnows or PowerBait. Shoreline anglers should fish at first light for best results. As the day progresses, bank fishing success becomes increasingly worse. Good artificial fly choices include bead head olive leeches, Canada blood leeches or soft hackle flies on size 8 hooks. Scofield has special regulations. The limit is four trout in the aggregate. No more than two may be cutthroat or tiger trout under 15 inches, and no more than one may be a cutthroat or tiger trout over 22 inches. All cutthroat and tiger trout from 15–22 inches must be immediately released. Trout may not be filleted and the heads or tails removed while at the reservoir or in transit. Any trout with cutthroat markings is considered to be a cutthroat. Scofield tributaries are now open.
(Jul 22) Conservation Officer Ben Riley reported good fishing, especially for anglers trolling with pop gear and nightcrawler, dead minnow or chub meat. Anglers who still-fish near the island have been doing well with worms, dead minnows or PowerBait. Shoreline anglers should fish at first light for best results. Good artificial fly choices include bead head olive leeches, Canada blood leeches or soft hackle flies on size 8 hooks. Scofield has special regulations. There is an aggregate limit of four trout. No more than two may be cutthroat or tiger trout under 15 inches, and no more than one may be a cutthroat or tiger trout over 22 inches. All cutthroat and tiger trout from 15–22 inches must be immediately released. Trout may not be filleted and the heads or tails removed while at the reservoir or in transit. Any trout with cutthroat markings is considered to be a cutthroat. Scofield tributaries are now open.
(Jul 14) Conservation Officer Ben Riley reported good fishing over the weekend. He recommends dead minnows, Rapalas or Jakes lures.Aquatics Technician Randall Stilson observed a lot of fishing pressure over the July 4 weekend. He counted 164 boats docked or on the water at one time. Much of the activity was associated with the Pleasant Valley Days celebration. Stilson observed good fishing success with a number of techniques. Trolling with dead minnows or chub meat was effective. Stilson noted that a lot of fish measured under the slot limit. He urges anglers to pay attention to the slot limit restrictions by putting a tape measure on the cutthroats and tiger trout they catch.Scofield has special regulations. Tributaries open to fishing on July 10.
(Jul 2) Conservation officers reported good fishing last weekend for anglers trolling with dead minnows behind pop gear. Tom Ogden fly fished the west side with a size 6 beadhead Canada blood leech. Most of his catch measured 7–12 inches. Three cutthroats ranged from 17–20 inches. Anglers are urged to put a tape measure on all the cutthroats and tiger trout they catch in order to comply with the slot limit restrictions. Sergeant Stacey Jones reminds anglers that the tributaries are closed to fishing until the second Saturday in July. Scofield has special regulations. The limit is four trout in the aggregate. No more than two may be cutthroat or tiger trout under 15 inches, and no more than one may be a cutthroat or tiger trout over 22 inches. All cutthroat and tiger trout from 15–22 inches must be immediately released. Trout may not be filleted and the heads or tails removed in the field or in transit. Any trout with cutthroat markings is considered to be a cutthroat.
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Settlement Reservoir
Rainbow Trout
(Jul 2) Anglers report light to moderate fishing pressure at the reservoir. They've had fair to good success catching fish.
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Silver Lake
Rainbow Trout
No recent reports.
Smith & Morehouse Reservoir
Rainbow Trout
(Jul 22) Smith Morehouse is receiving a lot of angler pressure. Fishing success is slowing down also. PowerBait seems to be the best bait to use.
Starvation Reservoir
Brown Trout, Crayfish, Smouthmouth Bass, Walleye
(Jul 25) Weston Brierley of Orem with a partner and caught 4 walleye, 4 smallmouth, 3 rainbows and 3 perch trolling immitation minnows. "caught walleye fishing from shore"
(Jul 14) Anglers report good fishing for rainbows and perch, fair for bass and a bit slow for walleye. Check out the rocky points, inlets and shallow bays. Try fishing parallel and close to the shoreline in the early morning and evening as big fish often cruise the shore looking for newly hatched fry and terrestrial insects, etc. washed in by the waves.
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Steinaker Reservoir
Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 14) Anglers are reporting fair to good fishing for rainbows and good for bass and bluegill. Baits and lures fished from the shore or boats were doing equally well. The trout can be near the surface and often right along the shoreline. Bass and bluegill may be in the shallows though many started to spawn before the water rose and these fish are now in roughly 10 feet of water. Over 500 tagged rainbow trout have been stocked for the Family Fishing Event; see the posters at Steinaker and local businesses for details. Also, roughly, 13,000 albino rainbows were stocked last fall so do not be surprised if you catch a fish that looks like a ghost.
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Strawberry Reservoir
Crayfish, Cutthroat Trout, Kokanee Salmon, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass
(Jul 30) Fishing continues to be good at Strawberry. Fish a little deeper this time of year (in 25–40 feet of water). Anglers report catching kokanee on both the Strawberry and Soldier Creek sides of the reservoir. Many anglers are also catching rainbows on the Soldier Creek side. Strawberry has special regulations: The limit is four trout or kokanee salmon in the aggregate. No more than two may be cutthroat trout under 15 inches, and no more than one may be a cutthroat trout over 22 inches. All cutthroat trout from 15 to 22 inches must be immediately released. Trout or salmon may not be filleted, and the heads or tails may not be removed in the field or in transit.
(Jul 22) Strawberry Project Leader Alan Ward reports that fishing has been good at Strawberry, with excellent fishing for some. Fish a little deeper this time of year (25 to 40 ft). Reports of kokanee being caught on both the Strawberry and Soldier Creek sides of the reservoir. Numerous rainbows being caught on the Soldier Creek side. Conservation Officer Hollie Riddle reports that fishing was good at strawberry over the weekend. Particularly trolling for kokanee. There is an aggregate limit of four trout or kokanee salmon, no more than two of which may be cutthroat trout under 15 inches, and no more than one may be a cutthroat trout over 22 inches. Immediately release all cutthroat trout from 15 to 22 inches long. Trout or salmon may not be filleted and the heads or tails may not be removed in the field or in transit.
(Jul 10) Bill of Midway fished Soldier Creek on the 8th and 10th in a group of 3 and caught 8 cutts and 7 rainbows using imitation minnow lure. 'two cuts that were 25" and 23"'
(Jul 6) Howard of Lindon fished Soldier Creek and caught 2 rainbows, 1 cutt and 1 chub using worms below a bubble in 1 to 3 ft. of water. "My son caught a nice cutthroat fishing about 20 feet from shore with a small trebble hook about 12 inches below the surface. Nice fish."
(Jul 2) There have been mixed reports. Officer Riddle reported that fishing wasn't very good last weekend because of a bug hatch. The fish had plenty to eat and weren't interested in what anglers had to offer. However, Strawberry Project Leader Alan Ward noted that anglers are beginning to pick up kokanee on both the Soldier Creek side and the Strawberry side, near Haws Point. Rainbow fishing has been good, and cutthroat fishing is picking up. Summer techniques, which include fishing deeper during the day and near shore during early and late hours, should be working well. Strawberry has special regulations, so read the Utah Fishing Guidebook before you head out.
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Tibble Fork Reservoir
Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 30) Anglers report fair success with traditional baits and lures. You'll find moderate fishing pressure at the reservoir.
(Jul 26) Nate of Tooele fished with a partner and caught 19 rainbows and a brown using salmon eggs. "A hit on every cast. It wasn't fishing today, it was catching!"
(Jul 22) Gorgeous setting! Fair to good success by using traditional baits and lures. Moderate pressure.
(Jul 2) Anglers report fair to good success with traditional baits and lures.
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Uinta Lakes
Albino Trout, Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Trout (hybrid)
(Jul 29) Backcountry anglers report hot fishing for brook trout. Be careful if you are catch-and-release fishing with bait. Released fish caught with bait sometimes die and float to the shoreline, which can attract bears. For best catch-and-release results, use flies and lures with barbless hooks.
(Jul 22) Brian H. Provo fished Mill Hollow opposite the dam in a group of 3 and caught 2 rainbow, 2 tiger trout and 1 brown. "Caught 1 Rainbow and 1 Tiger on a gold Kastmaster, 1 Rainbow on a Blue Fox spinner, and a Brown and a Tiger on Worms floated about 3 feet under a bobber. Biggest fish was only 9 inches, lots of fish were biting but all seemed very small."
(Jul 22) Conservation Officer Bruce Johnson reports fishing success has slowed down a bit along the Mirror Lake Highway. Anglers are still having success with Power Bait. Worms are also a possibility. Anglers remember the fish limit is four fish per person, per day. All campgrounds are open.
(Jul 18) Jackson Cundick of Sandy fished Mill Hollow in a group of 5 and caught 4 rainbows. "long day with minimal bites. Small fish caught and released. Albino trout seen under surface but didn't bite. 2 10 inch Rainbows and 1 10 inch Albino kept. Beautiful Lake."
(Jul 14) Bob of Salt Lake fished Bonny Lake using a mosquito fly on a bubble. "7 fish in an hour & 10 minutes"
(Jul 9) Dedicated Hunter Todd Strong interviewed anglers at the following lakes.
Trial Lake: Shoreline anglers who used earthworms and PowerBait were catching rainbows. Most anglers had some success and even caught the occasional albino. The best time to catch fish was late morning. Fishing was slow for all other species.
Washington Lake: Anglers reported excellent fishing for rainbows when they used earthworms and PowerBait from the shoreline. Many anglers caught their limits within a few hours. Anglers also caught a few brook trout, again using earthworms and PowerBait. Fishing from shore for tiger trout was slow. Anglers reported limited success with flashy gold spinners.
Teapot Lake: Fishing for rainbows and brook trout from the shore was slow. Anglers have caught very few fish, using any type of bait or lure. Corn-flavored PowerBait had the most success.
Lilly Lake: Anglers reported excellent success fishing for brook trout from the shore. They used PowerBait, earthworms and an assortment of spinners. All anglers caught fish regularly throughout the day. Fishing from shore for other species was very slow.
Mirror Lake: Shoreline anglers who used earthworms and PowerBait were catching rainbows. Most anglers had some success and even caught the occasional albino. The best time to catch fish was in the evening. Try using a variety of flies from shore or from float tubes near the shore. Both techniques produced good results. Fishing was very slow for other species.
Moosehorn Lake: Fishing for rainbows and brook trout from the shore was slow. Anglers have caught very few fish, using any type of bait or lure. Flashy spinners have limited success, if you can avoid the weeds. Fishing for other species was also very slow.
(Jul 2) Officer Mike Roach reports that Silver Lake is open and should be stocked for the holiday weekend. The streams and rivers in the area are running high, so please use caution around the water. The high-elevation trails and lake still have snow piled in the shaded areas. Have fun and be safe.
Regulations
Utah Lake
Bluegill, Bullhead Catfish, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Smouthmouth Bass, Walleye, White Bass
FISH CONSUMPTION ADVISORY
(Jul 30) There have been several reports from anglers who are reeling in catfish! Try fishing with chub or carp meat. You can even use white bass meat, if you catch bass at the lake. Put the bait about two feet below a bubble, and then fish near structure (rocks and banks) or in the bullrushes. It's best to fish from a boat and cast into these areas.
(Jul 22) Most anglers report good success for catfish and fair success for white bass. Central Region Aquatics Manager Mike Slater reports that catfish are still biting, but will probably be slowing down soon. Fish with cutbait (chub, carp meat or even use white bass meat that you may catch while fishing this way). He put the bait about two feet below a bubble and fish near structure (rocks, banks) or in the bull rushes. He likes to fish from a boat and cast into these areas.
(Jul 5) Dante Lazo fished next to rentals house in a group of 3 and caught 12 crappie, 8 white bass, 6 bluegills and 1 walleye using tubed jigs yellow and black on a bobber in 2 ft. of water. "one more good day for me my friends...dinner was goooood..."
(Jul 2) Officer Shawn Bagley reports that white bass fishing is excellent on the Provo River, right by the lake. Anglers are also catching some catfish. Please be aware that June suckers are spawning in area. If you hook one, you must release it immediately.
Regulations
Vernon Reservoir
Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 22) No report this week. Water level usually starts to drop by now.
(Jul 2) Fishing success ranges from fair to good. PowerBait or worms from shore are a popular method. You'll find moderate fishing pressure and available campsites.
Regulations
Weber River
Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Whitefish
STOP WHIRLING DISEASE
(Jul 29) Anglers report fair fishing for 10- to 19-inch fish. Dedicated Hunter Chris Strauss reports heavy pressure on the upper Weber. Try prince nymphs in clear water.
(Jul 22) Biologist Paul Thompson reports the Weber River is fishing great right now. "Water releases from Echo are still making it a little turbid and somewhat difficult to fish downstream through Morgan. Water levels have dropped between Echo and Rockport and water clarity is great. Water levels are also low downstream from Morgan. Golden stoneflies and midges are coming off right now and my best fly over the weekend was a smaller (size 16) pheasant tail nymph. I am amazed at the number of larger brown trout currently in the Weber River as I landed 4 fish between 19 and 21 inches over the weekend," Thompson noted.
(Jul 19) Jake Van Leer of Kaysville caught 10 cutts and 3 browns using hairs ear, fly worm and bobber drifting in various parts of the current. "the browns are eaisy to catch in the last 20 minuts of light. also release fish always so there will be more trophys in the future"
(Jul 9) Flows on much of the Weber are still fairly high, but clarity has improved throughout. Despite the high flows, fishing has been good with standard nymphs.
Regulations
Willard Bay
Bullhead Catfish, Channel Catfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Perch, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, Wipers (hybrid), Yellow Perch
(Jul 29) Phil Tuttle reports good fishing for wipers in the morning and in the evening just before dark. Anglers report boiling wipers between 8 p.m. and dark in the middle and along the west edge of the lake. Try fishing with Rapalas, shad raps, and flies like Clouser minnows or Zonkers. During the day, fish in 12 to 20 feet of water to catch an occasional wiper. For catfish, drift with nightcrawlers from a boat or fish from the shore at and just after dark. Walleye fishing is inconsistent, but you can try bottom bouncing with worm harnesses. Target crappie by finding shade and fishing with jigs near and under structures in the afternoon.
(Jul 23) Riley P. of Farmington fished in a group of 3 and caught 3 smallmouth, 3 channel cats, 2 wipers and a perch using Rapalas and a worm under a bobber. "Fished from 7 am - 2:45 pm. Fishing was ok. A very rude conservation officer gave us a ticket for a very dumb reason, other than that it was a pretty good day."
(Jul 23) Jen of Ogden fished in a group of 3. "We went out at 6 a.m. and trolled until 12 o'clock noon and did not even get a bite. We found lots of fishing using a fish finder, but we tried several things and we could not get a single bite. What a waste of time and energy."
(Jul 22) Trolling rapallas in the evenings seems to be the ticket. Check out the Hooked On Utah television program featuring Gary Winterton and his recent outing to Willard Bay to chase Wipers at: http://www.youtube.com/user/HookedOnUtah#p/p/BD2A0588F69DB3AF/1/hkuf13eAo_U
(Jul 9) Sergeant Mitch Lane reports that fishing has been fair to good at Willard. Shore anglers are catching catfish, along with some wipers and walleye, by using worms on the bottom. Wiper fishing seems to be best in the early morning and late evening. Biologist Ben Nadolski notes that fishing at Willard Bay continues to improve. Anglers are reporting better catch rates for wipers, walleye and catfish compared to last week. The surface temperature is approximately 72 degrees. Anglers have had success catching wipers in Freeway Bay by trolling Rattletraps and Kastmasters. Walleye fishing has picked up too, and anglers have had good luck when trolling worm harnesses and bottom bouncers. Catfish anglers report the best success during the evening hours, but those who fish during the day have had some luck, too. Various baits have worked well for catfish, including chicken liver, stink baits and hot dogs.
Regulations
Willow Pond
Bluegill,Brown Trout, Catfish, Rainbow Trout
(Jul 2) Officer Mike Roach reports good fishing. The pond was recently stocked with trout and catfish.
Regulations
Woodruff Reservoir
Rainbow Trout
No recent reports.
Yuba Reservoir
Channel Catfish, Northern Pike, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Yellow Perch
(Jul 30) Anglers Jim, Ray, George and Eljay caught northern pike and walleye with spinner blades (in chartreuse and orange). They also caught some perch. The water temperature was in the 70s. The walleye looked fat and healthy, but the perch they caught were a bit skinny.
(Jul 22) Still receiving reports of slow to fair success for walleye and pike.
(Jul 2) Anglers report slow to fair success for walleye and pike.
Regulations
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