FISHING IN UTAH

From high-mountain streams to big reservoirs to community ponds, Utah has many great places to fish. And you'll find variety when you toss out a line. There are native cutthroats, walleye, tiger muskie, bass and more.



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TOP FISHING SPOTS IN UTAH

EAST CANYON STATE PARK

Tucked away in the mountains of northeastern Utah, East Canyon Reservoir is a popular destination for boating, fishing, and camping.

UTAH LAKE STATE PARK

This Lake State Park is located in Provo, Utah. This park is very popular for families who love to spend time together outside.

PROVO RIVER

Brown and rainbow trout reach record lengths in the Provo, with a typical fish running 18 inches or bigger.


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COMMON CATCHES IN UTAH



RAINBOW TROUT

RAINBOW TROUT

FIND WHERE TO CATCH


The rainbow trout is an extremely valuable species in any and all of its forms.

GEAR TO USE
Rod Light (2-8 lbs) spinning rod
Reel 1500 spinning reel
Line 2-4 pound test fishing line
Lure Deli Shrimp, Dew Worm, Krill, Marshmellow, Single Salmon Egg, Artificial Baits


walleye

WALLEYE

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

Walleye have needle-like teeth, bite well when the waters are cold, and make excellent table fare.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 6.5 and 7 feet long medium-action graphite rod
Reel Spinning reel
Line 8 or 10 pound test monofilament fishing line
Lure Jigs, Plastic Baits, Crankbaits, Bottom Bouncers


channel catfish

CHANNEL CATFISH

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

The channel catfish is very highly regarded for its food and sports value.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 6-7-foot, medium-heavy spinning rod
Reel Spinning reel
Line 14-pound or stronger abrasion-resistant monofilament line
Lure Terminal tackle (circle or bait hooks, treble hooks, egg sinkers), live worms or minnows, cut-bait


YELLOW PERCH

YELLOW PERCH

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

The yellow perch, unlike the so-called white perch, Morone americana, is a true perch, not a bass.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 6-foot, fast-action spinning rod
Reel Small spinning reel
Line 4-pound test line
Lure #2-#6 hook, Most commonly used bait are worms, Rubber jig, Small Spinners


GOLDEN TROUT

GOLDEN TROUT

FIND WHERE TO CATCH


The golden trout is considered to be a highly desirable and almost mystical species.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 7-8 foot 2-3 weight graphite fly rod
Reel Matching reel
Line 2-pound test line
Lure Streamers (brown, black, olive), Midges, Dries, Nymphs


CUTTHROAT TROUT

CUTTHROAT TROUT

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

Cutthroat trout are the most widely distributed of all the western trouts of North America.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 9-foot, 5-6 weight fly rod or ultra-light spinning rod
Reel Matching reel
Line Intermediate sinking line, 8-10 feet of 4 pound leader, 4-6 pound test line for spin
Lure Spinners, Spoons,

TYPES OF FISHING IN UTAH



lakes and ponds

LAKES & PONDS

Learn about the structures in lakes and ponds. Learn where to find fish, tips and more.



streams and rivers

STREAMS & RIVERS

River & stream fishing means knowing where the water is moving, and how fish behave in it.



FLY FISHING

FLY FISHING

Fly fishing is fun, relaxing and easy to learn.

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