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Jackson Flat Reservoir

Fishing Guide

reservoir6,960 ft elevation180 acresLicense required ↗

Jackson Flat Reservoir near Kanab offers year-round Rainbow Trout fishing at relatively low elevation for southern Utah. A scenic reservoir with the Vermilion Cliffs as a backdrop.

Recent Stocking

SpeciesAmountDate
Rainbow Trout407 fish

Species

Primary

Rainbow Trout

Also present

Largemouth Bass
  • Rainbow Trout: Rainbow Trout stocked fall through spring
  • Largemouth Bass: Largemouth Bass in summer months

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Summarized from Utah DWR and may be out of date — always confirm current rules before fishing.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 Kanab, take US-89 west to Fredonia, AZ, or head north on US-89A. Follow signs to Jackson Flat Reservoir, approximately 5 miles north of Kanab.

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Access & Facilities

  • Shore fishing
  • Boat ramp
  • Restrooms
  • Wheelchair accessible

Current Weather

Temperature

93°F

Wind

11 mph

Clear skies

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