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Fremont River

Fishing Guide

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The Fremont River flows through Capitol Reef National Park and Wayne County offering Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, and Cutthroat Trout fishing in stunning canyon scenery.

Recent Stocking

SpeciesAmountDate
Brown Trout6,000 fish · 2 loads

Species

Primary

Rainbow Trout

Also present

Brown TroutCutthroat Trout
  • Rainbow Trout: Rainbow Trout throughout accessible sections
  • Brown Trout: Brown Trout in lower reaches
  • Cutthroat Trout: Cutthroat Trout in upper sections near Capitol Reef

Recommended Gear

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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Summarized from Utah DWR and may be out of date — always confirm current rules before fishing.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 Loa, take UT-24 east through Torrey to Capitol Reef. Multiple access points along UT-24 in the park and above.

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Access & Facilities

  • Shore fishing
  • Boat ramp
  • Restrooms
  • Wheelchair accessible

Current Weather

Temperature

77°F

Wind

5 mph

Clear skies

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