Utah offers over a 1000 fishable lakes and streams as well as blue ribbon fisheries such as the Green River. Utah fishing is open year around. Species range from the popular rainbow and cutthroat to large mackinaw and Brown trout to striped bass, walleye, bluegill, whitefish, the Bonneville cisco and many others.
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Smith and Morehouse Reservoir
Tucked away in the high Uinta Mountains, up Weber Canyon and at the top of the Weber River, lies Smith and Morehouse Reservoir. At around 7,900 ft in elevation, this 44-acre lake is long and narrow. Adding to the allure is the fact that it’s surrounded by rocky shores, tall trees, and abundant wildlife. Many people frequent the lake to catch fish. There are plenty of good-sized rainbow trout and tiger trout to target. Additionally, if you use smaller flies and spinners, you might hook into an arctic grayling. One of the most popular fish in the lake is also the most elusive: kokanee salmon.
Mill Hollow Reservoir
Mill Hollow Reservoir is located in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. This man-made reservoir sits at an elevation of 8,843 feet above sea level. Mill Hollow Reservoir is an artificial stabilized lake maintained by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources to provide angling opportunities for Utahns. The reservoir is stocked regularly with Rainbow and Tiger Trout. Back in 2007 the reservoir was drained so repairs could be made on the dam. In 2009 the reservoir was reopened and stocked with catchable size trout. Since its re-opening I have been wanting to visit Mill Hollow and this summer I finally got my chance.
Silver Lake Flat Reservoir
While many people enjoy American Fork Canyon’s Tibble Fork reservoir for fishing, swimming, and kayaking, there is an even more pristine reservoir a mere 15 minutes away that is well worth the drive. Silver Lake Flat provides scenic views, incredible fishing, occasional moose-watching, and a more secluded experience than other reservoirs in the area. It’s also a starting point to hike to the smaller Silver Lake and its even smaller sister, Silver Glance. This area is managed by the U.S. Forest Service and requires a small day-use fee to access.
3 Utah Creeks One Fishing Lure Challenge
In this video, I spend the day fishing three creeks along the Wasatch Front using only one fishing lure (Silver Bladed Red Yellow Bodied Panther Martin). I started fishing the Big Cottonwood Canyon Creek and hooked a fish on the very first cast. Thinking this was going to set the tone for the rest of the day, boy was I wrong.
First Outing on the Ascend 10T Kayak
In this video, I spend the day on Deer Creek Reservoir trying out the Ascend 10T sit on top kayak for the first time. I started out at the Deer Creek State Park, and then moved further up towards Wallsburg, to avoid all the boat traffic. The fishing was slow, but I did manage a few trout. One was caught on a yellow and red spoon and the other on a trout colored spoon. Since this was the first outing on the Ascend 10T, so far, I loved the stability and the high side walls of this kayak. As I make more trips this summer, I will share more of the features that this fishing kayak has to offer.
Big Cuts on Strawberry Reservoir - Ice Fishing 2020
Awesome day at Strawberry Reservoir. We lucked into an area holding an abundance of fish and the Hawkeye Portable Fish Finder was going crazy all day. We fished in 31 feet of water, using a green nuclear ant, and shrimpo, tipped with night crawlers. The fish were suspended throughout the water column. We hooked fish just below the ice to a few feet off the bottom. This was probably one of my most successful days at Strawberry Reservoir. If you enjoyed this video, please hit the like button.
Ice Fishing Trial Lake
Due to the low snow fall so far this season, the Mirror Lake Highway has remained accessible for vehicle travel. This has provided opportunities to ice fish the high mountain lakes in Utah’s Uinta Mountains. In this video, I spend the day ice fishing Trial Lake. I fished just off of the dam in 14 feet of water. All the fish were caught on the bottom using a green nuclear ant tipped with wax worm.
Lost Lake Uinta Mountains Utah
Lost lake is located just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway in Utah’s Uinta Mountains. The lake sits at an elevation of 9,900 feet. Next to the lake is the Lost Creek Campground which offers 35 single-family sites, all with picnic tables, and campfire rings. Just across the highway is Lily Lake, Teapot Lake, as well as the Lily Lake Campground.
Panther Martin VS Blue Fox Vibrax
Which brand catches more fish? Recently there has been talk around the office about these two brands of fishing lures. The fishermen who use the Blue Fox Vibrax; claim this lure will catch more fish than any other spinner. I’ve been using Panther Martin spinners since I was a kid and I know they will catch fish. Over the many years of my life, I have caught numerous fish in small lakes, creeks, and streams using this lure. As the discussion and fish stories continued, it was time for a little friendly competition.
Vernon Reservoir Kayak Fishing Catch & Cook
Ford and I spend the day Kayak Fishing a small reservoir. After fighting the wind for several hours, it calmed down and we were able to catch a few fish for a late-night fish cookout. The catch of the day was cleaned, packed with butter, seasoned, wrapped with bacon, tightly wrapped in tin foil and placed on the hot coals of a campfire. What a great way to end a day in the outdoors.
Tips on choosing a Fishing Lure/Spinner Size/Weight
Most fishing lure companies offer a variety of different sizes, colors, and weights. For example, my favorite fishing lure is the Panther Martin, which are made to target different species of fish. With so many options to choose from, how do you know which one to purchase?
Utah Fishing Limits
If you are searching for Utah fishing limits, we highly recommend reviewing the latest Utah fishing guide book. In this article we are going to discuss a topic that seems to cause a little controversy on many Utah fishing forums. When it comes to the fishing community there are many different viewpoints on whether or not you should harvest the fish you catch. So, the question is, should you keep the fish you catch and is keeping fish going to hurt the resource?
Fall Fishing Deer Creek Reservoir (Video)
Fall fishing is one of the best times of year to fish one of Utah’s many reservoirs and lakes. Just like all animals, fish also prepare for winter and cruise the shorelines actively feeding. This is perfect opportunity for shore anglers to increase their fishing success. The baits of choice on this fishing adventure was panther martin, and kastmaster fishing lures. Although I didn’t hook into a whole lot of fish on this trip, hopefully you can see from the beauty, and the few fish caught, why fall fishing is a great time of year to get out and fish.
Ice Fishing with the HawkEye Portable Fish Finder
Locating the fish under a large expanse of ice is one of the biggest challenges for most ice fisherman. Are they in a few feet of water, or 50 feet of water? Are they cruising just below the ice or hugging the bottom? And let's not forget the struggle of what they are biting on? There are many variables that can determine whether you're going to have a successful catch rate or not. Now, before I continue this article, I would like to make it perfectly clear that you do not need any fancy electronics to enjoy the sport of ice fishing.
5 Tips for Ice Fishing in Utah
The Utah ice fishing season will soon be in full swing. Whether targeting cutthroats at Strawberry, pike at Yuba, or crappie at Pineview, winter can provide some of the hottest fishing around. Of course, ice fishing brings with it certain dangers. Check out this recent article for some safety tips before you step out on the ice. And here are five tips to help you make the most of your next fishing trip.