Fishing in Wasatch County, Utah
County seat: Heber City. Census 2020 residents: 34,788.
- 6lake pages
- 24launches
- 3river pages
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First things to know about fishing Wasatch County
At the 2020 Census, Wasatch County had 34,788 residents; Heber City is the county seat. The 2023 Gazetteer measures 1,177 square miles of land and 30.5 square miles of water inside the county line. 6 Utah lakes and reservoirs in the county have a full page on this site, and Strawberry Reservoir is the biggest by DWR or mapped size. DWR gives Strawberry Reservoir, Jordanelle Reservoir and Deer Creek Reservoir Blue Ribbon status.
UGRC and DWR between them place 24 launches and 33 shore or pier points in the county. Flowing water in the county starts with Lower Provo River (Olmstead Diversion to Deer Creek Dam), Middle Provo River (Legacy Bridge to Jordanelle Dam) and West Fork Duchesne River above Wolf Creek. For a city-park cast, DWR lists Wasatch Mtn State Park Pond as community fisheries. In 2026 DWR logged 166 plants here: 1,839,770 fish into 17 waters.
U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census counts (TIGERweb) and the 2023 Gazetteer, read November 11, 2026. UGRC Boat Ramps layer (ArcGIS service) and the DWR Fish Utah access list, read November 11, 2026.
Every UGRC and DWR pin inside Wasatch County
UGRC Boat Ramps layer (ArcGIS service) and the DWR Fish Utah access list, read November 11, 2026. Lake pins are the DWR map point for each water.
Utah lake pages for Wasatch County
| Lake | Size | Launches | Status | DWR lists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strawberry Reservoir | 17,200 acres | 11 | Blue Ribbon fishery | bonneville cutthroat trout, kokanee salmon, rainbow trout |
| Jordanelle Reservoir | 3300 | 5 | Blue Ribbon fishery | brown trout, kokanee salmon, rainbow trout, smallmouth bass, utah chub, wiper, yellow perch, muskie Tiger |
| Deer Creek Reservoir | 2,965 acres | 5 | Blue Ribbon fishery | largemouth bass, rainbow trout, smallmouth bass, walleye |
| Currant Creek Reservoir | 300 | 2 | Blue Ribbon fishery | colorado River cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, tiger trout, bonneville cutthroat trout |
| Mill Hollow Reservoir | 18 acres | 0 | reservoir | rainbow trout, tiger trout |
| Wasatch Mtn State Park Pond | 1.5 acres | 0 | community fishery | rainbow trout, bonneville cutthroat trout |
Size as the DWR Fish Utah page for this water prints it (DWR), read November 11, 2026. Waters with no DWR acreage print their mapped outline instead. Utah DWR Fish Utah planner (dwrapps.utah.gov), read November 11, 2026.
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Around Heber City, out to 40 miles, Fish Utah puts rainbow trout on the most lake lists.
DWR Fish Utah species lists (likely or possible), counted per lake page within 40 miles; DWR’s ratings, not a catch survey. Utah DWR Fish Utah planner (dwrapps.utah.gov), read November 11, 2026.
Mapped Utah waters of Wasatch County kept to one line each
9 further named lakes and ponds in Wasatch County are listed with their mapped size only.
| Water | Size | Listed by |
|---|---|---|
| Provo River, Middle, from Deer Creek Reservoir upstream to Legacy Bridge SR-113 | 2 miles | DWR Fish Utah |
| Provo River, Upper, from Jordanelle Reservoir upstream to confluence with north and south forks | no figure | DWR Fish Utah |
| Witts Lake | about 44 acres of mapped outline | UGRC lakes layer |
| Joan Lake | about 15 acres of mapped outline | UGRC lakes layer |
| Center Creek Number One Reservoir | about 15 acres of mapped outline | UGRC lakes layer |
| Heart Lake | about 15 acres of mapped outline | UGRC lakes layer |
| Silver Lake Islet | about 12 acres of mapped outline | UGRC lakes layer |
| Lake Brimhall | about 11 acres of mapped outline | UGRC lakes layer |
| Center Creek Number Five Reservoir | about 10 acres of mapped outline | UGRC lakes layer |
Outline area from the UGRC Utah Lakes NHD layer (ArcGIS service; mapped polygon area, not a DWR surface-acre figure), read November 11, 2026. Listed waters are not claimed to hold fish. Utah DWR Fish Utah planner (dwrapps.utah.gov), read November 11, 2026.
Moving Utah water in Wasatch County
- Lower Provo River (Olmstead Diversion to Deer Creek Dam)Blue Ribbon water, guidebook entry, 12 DWR access points, 4 USGS gauges
- Middle Provo River (Legacy Bridge to Jordanelle Dam)Blue Ribbon water, guidebook entry, 10 DWR access points, 4 USGS gauges
- West Fork Duchesne River above Wolf CreekBlue Ribbon water, 4 DWR access points, 2 USGS gauges
Other Fish Utah reaches in Wasatch County (1)
- Currant CreekBlue Ribbon water, 1 USGS gauge
USGS stations within Wasatch County
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Currant Creek Near Fruitland, Ut | 29 cfs, 1.47 ft gage height | Nov 14 5:45 pm |
| Provo River Near Hailstone, Ut | 205 cfs, 2.73 ft gage height | Nov 14 6:00 pm |
| Provo Riv At Riv Road Bridge Nr Heber City, Ut | 146 cfs, 0.81 ft gage height | Nov 14 5:30 pm |
| Provo River Near Charleston, Ut | 152 cfs, 3.43 ft gage height | Nov 14 5:30 pm |
| Snake Creek Near Charleston, Ut | 53 cfs, 2.20 ft gage height | Nov 14 6:15 pm |
| Daniels Creek At Charleston, Ut | 0 cfs, 3.60 ft gage height | Nov 14 5:30 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 14, 2026 6:32 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Utah DWR Fish Utah planner (dwrapps.utah.gov), read November 11, 2026. USGS Water Data for the Nation, live through the site, retrieved on page view.
Launch ramps across Wasatch County
- Access Points at Currant Creek ReservoirCurrant Creek Reservoir, boat ramp, cabins, camp host, covered Picnic ares
- Aspen Grove Marina at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, boat ramp, cycling, drinking water, electrical hook-us
- Charleston Day-Use Boat Ramp at Deer Creek ReservoirDeer Creek Reservoir, boat ramp, picnic covered area, restrooms, swimming
- Chicken Creek East Hand Launch at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, hand launch, hand launch, restrooms, restrooms – accessible
- Currant Creek Reservoir Boat RampCurrant Creek Reservoir, boat ramp, for small motorized craft, administered by the U.S. Forest Service in the UGRC layer
- Deer Creek Island Boat RampDeer Creek Reservoir, boat ramp, for any vessel class, administered by Utah State Parks in the UGRC layer
- Deer Creek State Park Boat RampDeer Creek Reservoir, boat ramp, for any vessel class, administered by Utah State Parks in the UGRC layer
- East Portal (Chaplain Point) Hand Launch at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, hand launch
- Hailstone Boat Ramp at Jordanelle ReservoirJordanelle Reservoir, boat ramp, cabins, camp host, covered Picnic ares
- Island Beach Day-Use Boat Ramp at Deer Creek ReservoirDeer Creek Reservoir, boat ramp, covered Picnic ares, hand launch, picnic tables
- Jordanelle State Park-Hailstone North Boat RampJordanelle Reservoir, boat ramp, for any vessel class, administered by Utah State Parks in the UGRC layer
- Jordanelle State Park-Hailstone South Boat RampJordanelle Reservoir, boat ramp, for any vessel class, administered by Utah State Parks in the UGRC layer
- Jordanelle State Park-Rock Cliff Boat RampJordanelle Reservoir, boat ramp, for any vessel class, administered by Utah State Parks in the UGRC layer, covered Picnic ares, fire rings, fish Cleaning Station
- Ladders (Trout Creek Bay) Boat Ramp at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, boat ramp, hand launch, restrooms, restrooms – accessible
- Main State Park Area Boat Ramp at Deer Creek ReservoirDeer Creek Reservoir, boat ramp, electrical hook-us, fishing piers – accessible, picnic tables – accessible
- Mud Creek Boat Ramp at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, boat ramp, restrooms, restrooms – accessible
- Renegade Point Boat Ramp at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, boat ramp, for any vessel class, administered by the U.S. Forest Service in the UGRC layer, camp host, cycling, drinking water
- Ross Creek Hand Launch at Jordanelle ReservoirJordanelle Reservoir, hand launch, hand launch, hiking, restrooms
- Soldier Creek Dam Day Use Area Boat Ramp at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, boat ramp, for any vessel class, administered by the U.S. Forest Service in the UGRC layer
- Soldier Creek Marina at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, boat ramp, camp host, cycling, drinking water
- Soldier Creek Recreation Complex Boat Ramp at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, boat ramp, for any vessel class, administered by the U.S. Forest Service in the UGRC layer
- Strawberry Bay Recreation Complex Boat RampStrawberry Reservoir, boat ramp, for any vessel class, administered by the U.S. Forest Service in the UGRC layer, camp host, covered Picnic ares, cycling
- Trestle Crossing Hand Launch at Lower Provo River (Olmstead Diversion to Deer Creek Dam)Lower Provo River (Olmstead Diversion to Deer Creek Dam), hand launch, hand launch, restrooms, swimming
- Soldier Creek Bay (Hand Launch Area) at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, hand launch
DWR shore access in Wasatch County
- Chicken Creek West Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Deer Creek Park at Lower Provo River (Olmstead Diversion to Deer Creek Dam)Lower Provo River (Olmstead Diversion to Deer Creek Dam), shore access
- Deer Creek Trail Shore AccessDeer Creek Reservoir, shore access
- Haws Point Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Jordanelle Shore Access at Middle Provo River (Legacy Bridge to Jordanelle Dam)Middle Provo River (Legacy Bridge to Jordanelle Dam), shore access
- Legacy Bridge (Midway Lane North) Shore Access at Middle Provo River (Legacy Bridge to Jordanelle Dam)Middle Provo River (Legacy Bridge to Jordanelle Dam), shore access
- Mosquito Bay Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Primitive Pull-off 2 Shore Access at Lower Provo River (Olmstead Diversion to Deer Creek Dam)Lower Provo River (Olmstead Diversion to Deer Creek Dam), shore access
- Rainbow Bay Day-Use Shore Access at Deer Creek ReservoirDeer Creek Reservoir, shore access
- River Road North Shore Access at Middle Provo River (Legacy Bridge to Jordanelle Dam)Middle Provo River (Legacy Bridge to Jordanelle Dam), shore access
- River Road South Shore Access at Middle Provo River (Legacy Bridge to Jordanelle Dam)Middle Provo River (Legacy Bridge to Jordanelle Dam), shore access
- US-189 Northeast Corner Shore Access at Deer Creek ReservoirDeer Creek Reservoir, shore access
- Wallsburg Bay Walk-In Shore Access at Deer Creek ReservoirDeer Creek Reservoir, shore access
- West Fork Duchesne River #4 Shore AccessWest Fork Duchesne River above Wolf Creek, shore access
- White Bridge or Cottonwood Shore Access at Middle Provo River (Legacy Bridge to Jordanelle Dam)Middle Provo River (Legacy Bridge to Jordanelle Dam), shore access
- Badger Bay Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Chicken Creek Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- East Portal Bay (Bryanants Fork) Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Fish Cleaning Station Shore Access at Wasatch Mtn State Park PondWasatch Mtn State Park Pond, shore access
- Goose Bay Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Hailstone Personal Watercraft Boat Ramp (PWC) Shore Access at Jordanelle ReservoirJordanelle Reservoir, shore access
- Horse Creek Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Indian Creek Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Jake's Bay Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Pine Hollow Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Renegade Point & Chipman Creek Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Sage Creek Bay Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Soldier Creek Bay Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Soldier Creek Dam Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Squaw Creek Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Stinking Springs Point Shore Access at Strawberry ReservoirStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Strawberry Bay Overlook Shore AccessStrawberry Reservoir, shore access
- Wasatch Mtn State Park Pond Fishing PierWasatch Mtn State Park Pond, shore access
UGRC Boat Ramps layer (ArcGIS service) and the DWR Fish Utah access list, read November 11, 2026. Neither layer publishes fees or opening hours.
Dated Utah reservoir figures for Wasatch County
Currant Creek Reservoir
Reclamation daily values for Currant Creek Reservoir, November 10, 2026.
Bureau of Reclamation Upper Colorado Region reservoir data (hydrodata), latest daily values, read November 11, 2026. Provisional.
Deer Creek Reservoir
Reclamation daily values for Deer Creek Reservoir, November 5, 2026.
Bureau of Reclamation Upper Colorado Region reservoir data (hydrodata), latest daily values, read November 11, 2026. Provisional.
Jordanelle Reservoir
Reclamation daily values for Jordanelle Reservoir, November 10, 2026.
Bureau of Reclamation Upper Colorado Region reservoir data (hydrodata), latest daily values, read November 11, 2026. Provisional.
The 2026 DWR plant log for Wasatch County
Water names below are DWR's own abbreviations from the 2026 table, newest first.
| Date | Water as DWR prints it | County | Fish | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 19, 2026 | DEER CR RES | Wasatch | 2,691 | Rainbow |
| November 19, 2026 | DEER CR RES | Wasatch | 2,691 | Rainbow |
| November 3, 2026 | DEER CR RES | Wasatch | 2,691 | Rainbow |
| November 3, 2026 | DEER CR RES | Wasatch | 2,691 | Rainbow |
| November 2, 2026 | DEER CR RES | Wasatch | 2,433 | Rainbow |
| November 2, 2026 | DEER CR RES | Wasatch | 828 | Rainbow |
| November 2, 2026 | DEER CR RES | Wasatch | 297 | Rainbow |
| November 2, 2026 | STRAWBERRY RES | Wasatch | 4,455 | Rainbow |
| October 28, 2026 | DEER CR RES | Wasatch | 2,691 | Rainbow |
| October 28, 2026 | DEER CR RES | Wasatch | 2,691 | Rainbow |
DWR fish stocking table for 2026, year to date (DWR stocking report; water names are DWR abbreviations), read November 11, 2026.
Beehive State creel numbers for Wasatch County
The limits here are from the 2027 Utah Fishing Guidebook, which takes effect January 1, 2027; the 2026 Utah Fishing Guidebook stays in force through December 31, 2026 and differs only where a row says so. Any Wasatch County water without its own guidebook entry uses the statewide rows below. Utah prices its adult 365-day fishing license at $40 for residents and $120 for visitors, unchanged between the two guidebooks.
| Species group | 2027 daily limit | 2026 daily limit | Guidebook note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baitfish (common carp, fathead minnow, redside shiner, Utah sucker, Utah chub, white sucker) | No limit | same | (NEW) Formerly called "nongame species"; baitfish species are listed on page 20. |
| Black crappie and white crappie (a combined total) | 50 | same | – |
| Bluegill and green sunfish (a combined total) | 50 | same | – |
| Bonneville cisco | 30 | same | – |
| Bullhead | 24 | same | – |
| Burbot | No limit | same | REMINDER: Do not release any burbot you catch. All burbot caught must be immediately killed. |
| Channel catfish | 8 | same | – |
| Community fisheries | 2 | 2 | The limit includes fish of most species. All tiger muskellunge must be released. NEW: There are restrictions for largemouth bass at some waters. See page 39. |
| Crayfish | No limit | same | REMINDER: You may use bait to catch crayfish on waters where bait use is prohibited for fish, as long as none of the lines have hooks attached. |
| Kokanee salmon | See trout limit | same | Kokanee salmon are part of the total trout limit. Anglers may not possess kokanee salmon at any waterbody statewide from Sept. 10 through Nov. 30. |
| Largemouth and smallmouth bass (a combined total) | 6 | same | – |
| Northern pike | 20, only 1 over 36 inches | same | – |
Utah waters in Wasatch County with their own limits
- Currant Creek ReservoirFrom the confluence with Water Hollow Creek upstream to the headwaters, including all tributaries to Currant Creek Reservoir, but not the reservoir itself. (2027 guidebook, p. 38)
- Deer Creek ReservoirNo limit on black bullhead catfish. (2027 guidebook, p. 38)
- Jordanelle ReservoirLimit 6 bass. (2027 guidebook, p. 44)
- Lower Provo River (Olmstead Diversion to Deer Creek Dam)(a) From Lakeview Parkway Bridge upstream to I-15 (Utah County): (2027 guidebook, p. 49)
- Middle Provo River (Legacy Bridge to Jordanelle Dam)(a) From Lakeview Parkway Bridge upstream to I-15 (Utah County): (2027 guidebook, p. 49)
- Strawberry ReservoirLimit 4 trout or kokanee salmon (a combined total). (2027 guidebook, p. 52)
- Wasatch Mtn State Park PondThe daily limit is 2 fish (common carp do not count toward the daily limit). (Fish Utah page)
- West Fork Duchesne River above Wolf CreekFrom the confluence with Wolf Creek upstream to the headwaters, excluding Wolf Creek. (Fish Utah page)
Utah special-regulation waters
2027 Utah Fishing Guidebook (effective January 1, 2027; DWR PDF), read November 11, 2026. License prices as printed in the 2027 Utah Fishing Guidebook, p. 8 (the 2026 guidebook prints the same prices; checked against the DWR fees page), read November 11, 2026.
Beehive State record catches near Wasatch County
| Species | Weight or length as listed | Water | Year | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonnative cutthroat trout | 26 lbs. 12 oz. | Strawberry Reservoir | 1930 | catch and keep |
| Colorado River cutthroat trout | 1 lb. 12.6 oz. | Currant Creek Reservoir | 2024 | catch and keep |
| Mountain whitefish | 4 lbs. 12 oz. | Deer Creek Reservoir | 1997 | catch and keep |
| Smallmouth bass | 23 ½" | Jordanelle Reservoir | 2003 | catch and release (length) |
| Black crappie | 1 lb. 14 oz. | Deer Creek Reservoir | 2020 | spearfishing |
| Yellow perch | 15 oz. | Deer Creek Reservoir | 2023 | spearfishing |
| Walleye | 13 lbs. 8 oz. | Deer Creek Reservoir | 2024 | spearfishing |
Utah state record fish as DWR lists them (records page), read November 11, 2026.
Utah tournament dates on Wasatch County water
DWR and organizer pages tie 3 events or results to Wasatch County water; 1 have not been fished yet.
| Date | Event | Water | Organizer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb. 6, 2027 | Frozen Frenzy- Strawberry Reservoir | Strawberry Reservoir | Frozen Frenzy |
| Sept. 19, 2026 | UBTT Northern Utah Division, Jordanelle, Northern Utah (result) | Jordanelle Reservoir | Ultimate Bass Team Tour, LLC (Cedar City, Utah) |
| May 30, 2026 | UBTT Northern Utah Division, Jordanelle, Northern Utah (result) | Jordanelle Reservoir | Ultimate Bass Team Tour, LLC (Cedar City, Utah) |
Event as listed by the organizer (source), read November 11, 2026.
Utah bait counters around Wasatch County
Shops selling hooks and line in Wasatch County
- Discount Quality Fliesbait and tackle shop, Midway
- Fish Heads Fly Shopfly shop, Heber City
- Four Seasons Fly Fishersfly shop, Heber City
- Rocky Mountain Outfittersfly shop, Midway
- Sportsman's Warehouse, 1276 S Us Highway 189bait and tackle shop, Heber City
- Deer Creek Island Resortmarina, Heber City
- Deer Creek State Park Marinamarina, Wallsburg
- Jordanelle Rentals & Marinamarina, Heber City
- Jordanelle State Park Marina (Hailstone)marina
- Soldier Creek Marinamarina
- Strawberry Bay Marina & Lodgemarina, Heber City
Yellow Pages, Utah State Parks and NPS listings (city of business), read November 11, 2026.
A short way past Wasatch County
Places in Wasatch County with town pages
- Heber City2020 count 16,856
- Midway2020 count 6,003
Across the Utah county line from Wasatch County
- Utah County31 miles southwest
- Summit County38 miles north
- Duchesne County39 miles east
- Salt Lake County46 miles northwest
Piscifun gear a Beehive State angler could bring to Wasatch County
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Beehive State fish to recognize at Wasatch County
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Clearing up Wasatch County fishing myths
Where can I put a boat in the water in Wasatch County?
24 launches, each in the access list above.
Which DWR lake in Wasatch County has the most acreage here?
Strawberry Reservoir, with 17,200 acres.
What fish does DWR name near Wasatch County?
Fish Utah rates rainbow trout likely or possible on the most lakes within 40 miles, then wiper, bluegill and channel catfish.
Where do Wasatch County anglers pick up flies and jigs?
11 listings, Discount Quality Flies among them.
Which Utah town holds the Wasatch County offices?
That is Heber City.
Which Utah license covers fishing in Wasatch County?
DWR charges adults $40 (resident) or $120 (nonresident) for a fishing license good 365 days from purchase.
What Utah counties are closest to Wasatch County?
Nearest first: Utah County, Summit County and Duchesne County.
What is the Utah trout limit in Wasatch County?
Statewide, the trout, kokanee and grayling row sets a daily limit 4 under the 2027 guidebook; the 2026 guidebook prints the same number. Waters with their own entry can differ.
Are there special DWR rules on Wasatch County lakes?
8 waters with a page here carry their own rules, beginning with Currant Creek Reservoir.
Which Wasatch County waters does DWR call Blue Ribbon?
Strawberry Reservoir, Jordanelle Reservoir and Deer Creek Reservoir, on DWR's Blue Ribbon list.
How many fish did DWR stock in Wasatch County in 2026?
The 2026 DWR table lists 1,839,770 fish in 166 rows across 17 waters in the county.
When is the next Utah weigh-in on Wasatch County water?
3 entries on file; the next is Frozen Frenzy- Strawberry Reservoir on Strawberry Reservoir, Feb. 6, 2027.
Which Utah state records trace to Wasatch County?
Nonnative cutthroat trout, 26 lbs. 12 oz., from Strawberry Reservoir (1930).
A slickrock or Wasatch morning in Wasatch County
Launch pages repeat UGRC and DWR details with directions.