Merchant Valley Reservoir
Fishing Guide
Merchant Valley Reservoir sits at 8,100 feet in the Markagunt Plateau of Iron County, producing Rainbow Trout fishing in a quiet forest setting.
Recent Stocking
| Species | Amount | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 252 fish | |
| Rainbow Trout | 250 fish | |
| Brown Trout | 223 fish |
Species
Primary
Rainbow Trout
- Rainbow Trout: Rainbow Trout at high elevation
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Summarized from Utah DWR and may be out of date — always confirm current rules before fishing.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 Parowan, take UT-143 east toward Brian Head, then turn north on Forest Service roads toward Merchant Valley. High-clearance vehicle recommended.
Open in Google MapsAccess & Facilities
- Shore fishing✓
- Boat ramp—
- Restrooms—
- Wheelchair accessible—
Current Weather
Temperature
80°F
Wind
19 mph
Partly cloudy