Willard Bay
Fishing Guide
A warm-water fishery near Ogden and the Great Salt Lake. Best known for Walleye, Largemouth Bass, and Channel Catfish. Two state parks with full facilities.
Recent Stocking
| Species | Amount | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Walleye | 95,701 fish | |
| Walleye | 950,405 fish | |
| Walleye | 237,542 fish | |
| Walleye | 687,700 fish · 4 loads |
Species
Primary
Walleye
Also present
Largemouth BassChannel CatfishWhite Bass
- Walleye: Excellent Walleye — best at dawn
- Largemouth Bass: Largemouth Bass near riprap
- Channel Catfish: Channel Catfish — great summer fishing
- White Bass: White Bass — schooling action in summer
Recommended Gear
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Fishing Regulations
Updated| Species / Rule | Limit |
|---|---|
| Black Crappie | 10 |
| Channel Catfish | 8 |
| Walleye | 6 (max 1 over 24") |
| Wiper | 3 |
| Bluegill | 50 |
| Green Sunfish | 50 |
| Yellow Perch | 50 |
- •Smallmouth bass: Largemouth and smallmouth bass, a combined total of 6
- •Common Carp: No Limit - Must either be released or killed immediately - To take nonprohibited nongame fish, you may use angling, traps, archery, dipnets, cast nets, liftnets, seines or a handheld spear from above the surface of the water
- •Largemouth bass: Largemouth and smallmouth bass, a combined total of 6
- •Possession and use of commercially sold and preserved gizzard shad is allowed - Otherwise, possession of gizzard shad, dead or alive, is unlawful
Summarized from Utah DWR and may be out of date — always confirm current rules before fishing.
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- Shore fishing✓
- Boat ramp✓
- Restrooms✓
- Wheelchair accessible✓
- FeeYes
Current Weather
Temperature
96°F
Wind
7 mph
Clear skies