Fish Lake
Fishing Guide
Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural high-elevation lake and one of the premier fishing destinations in the state. Known for trophy Lake Trout and Rainbow Trout with stunning scenery in the Fish Lake National Forest.
Recent Stocking
| Species | Amount | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 46,575 fish | |
| Tiger Trout | 31,900 fish · 2 loads | |
| Rainbow Trout | 50,193 fish | |
| Rainbow Trout | 7,800 fish · 2 loads | |
| Rainbow Trout | 27,120 fish |
Species
Primary
Lake TroutRainbow Trout
Also present
Kokanee Salmon
- Lake Trout: Lake Trout — trophy fish to 20+ lbs in deeper water
- Rainbow Trout: Rainbow Trout stocked heavily spring and fall
- Kokanee Salmon: Splake present in mid-depth water
Recommended Gear
Proven lures and bait for what's biting here.
For Lake Trout
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Fishing Regulations
Updated| Species / Rule | Limit |
|---|---|
| trout or kokanee salmon (combined) | 4 (max 1 over 24") |
| Kokanee Salmon | 4 (combined) |
| Lake Trout | 4 (combined) |
| Rainbow Trout | 4 (combined) |
| Splake | 4 (combined) |
| Brook Trout | 4 (combined) |
| Brown Trout | 4 (combined) |
| Cutthroat Trout/Colorado River | 4 (combined) |
| Tiger Muskie | 1 |
| Tiger Trout | 4 (combined) |
- •Underwater spearfishing is permitted from 6 am on the first Saturday of June through Sept 15
- •When ice fishing, the size of the hole may not exceed 18 inches
- •Yellow Perch: No limit; yellow perch and their parts may be used as bait at Fish Lake; yellow perch from Fish Lake may be "wasted" (see Utah Fishing Guidebook, pages 22-23)
- •Twin Creek (Tributary to Fish Lake): CLOSED TO FISHING
See Utah Fishing Guidebook p.22
Summarized from Utah DWR and may be out of date — always confirm current rules before fishing.
Get Directions
From Richfield, take UT-119 east to UT-25 north. Fish Lake is approximately 25 miles east of Richfield.
Open in Google MapsAccess & Facilities
- Shore fishing✓
- Boat ramp✓
- Restrooms✓
- Wheelchair accessible✓
Current Weather
Temperature
75°F
Wind
5 mph
Clear skies