Strawberry Forebay
Fishing Guide
Strawberry Forebay sits just below Strawberry Reservoir dam and receives heavy DWR stocking, making it one of the most productive put-and-take Rainbow Trout fisheries in Utah. Easy shore access and wheelchair-friendly facilities.
Recent Stocking
| Species | Amount | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 508 fish | |
| Rainbow Trout | 504 fish | |
| Rainbow Trout | 490 fish |
Species
Primary
Also present
- Rainbow Trout: Rainbow Trout — heavily stocked, excellent put-and-take fishery
- Cutthroat Trout: Cutthroat Trout from Strawberry overflow
Recommended Gear
Proven lures and bait for what's biting here.
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Fishing Regulations
Utah general limits
- Trout, salmon, grayling (combined)4
- Black bass (largemouth & smallmouth)6
- Walleye10
- Channel catfish8
- Yellow perch50
- Wiper / white bassNo limit
This water may set its own exceptions — check the official guidebook.
Summarized from Utah DWR and may be out of date — always confirm current rules before fishing.
Get Directions
From Heber City, take US-40 east to the Strawberry Reservoir turnoff. The Forebay is at the base of the dam, approximately 22 miles from Heber.
Open in Google MapsAccess & Facilities
- Shore fishing✓
- Boat ramp✓
- Restrooms✓
- Wheelchair accessible✓
Current Weather
Temperature
86°F
Wind
9 mph
Partly cloudy