Sand Hollow Reservoir Fishing
A Utah reservoir in Washington County.
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Sand Hollow Reservoir at a Beehive State glance
The DWR size entry for Sand Hollow Reservoir (Washington County) says “1300”. Supplies wait in Hurricane, around 3 miles by straight line.
Utah DWR counts it among its Blue Ribbon fisheries. Our merged launch list has 1 launch for it. There are 7 rule lines written for it.
Size as the DWR Fish Utah page for Sand Hollow Reservoir prints it (DWR), read November 11, 2026.
Utah DWR Fish Utah page for Sand Hollow Reservoir (DWR last updated the page Mar 5, 2024), read November 11, 2026.
U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census counts (TIGERweb) and the 2023 Gazetteer, read November 11, 2026.
What DWR writes about Sand Hollow Reservoir
From the DWR Fish Utah description of Sand Hollow Reservoir:
Sand Hollow Reservoir is located in the desert region of Utah's Dixie, at an elevation of just under 3,000 feet. Sand Hollow is one of southern Utah's newer (constructed in 2002) and largest (1,300 acres) reservoirs. It is also the most popular place to recreate in Washingtion County, providing excellent fishing, water sports, and OHV riding.
DWR routes drivers to Sand Hollow Reservoir this way: Take Hurricane exit off I-15 just north of St. George.
A further DWR note on Sand Hollow Reservoir:
The Virgin River drainage is home to two endangered fish species – woundfin and Virgin River chub – one sensitive species – Virgin spinedace – as well as native desert sucker, flannelmouth sucker, and speckled dace. The Virgin River Recovery Program allows the state of Utah to work cooperatively with the US Fish and Wildlife Service to conserve these species and their habitats.
The DWR points around Sand Hollow Reservoir mention boat Ramp, camp host, drinking water, electrical hook-us, fire rings, gray water disposal, hand launch and limited wheelchair access.
Utah DWR Fish Utah page for Sand Hollow Reservoir (DWR last updated the page Mar 5, 2024), read November 11, 2026.
Species DWR rates at Sand Hollow Reservoir
DWR rates each fish at Sand Hollow Reservoir as likely, possible or unlikely; those are DWR's words, not a catch promise.
| Species | DWR rating |
|---|---|
| Bluegill | likely |
| Largemouth bass | likely |
| Bullhead | possible |
| Black crappie | possible |
| Green sunfish | possible |
Utah DWR Fish Utah page for Sand Hollow Reservoir (DWR last updated the page Mar 5, 2024), read November 11, 2026.
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Fall Fishing Forecast (September – November): Consult the Utah State Parks website for boat ramp hours. Fishing for all species improves as the summer heat backs off and water temperatures cool. You'll also find less competition with pleasure boat traffic dwindling.
The Sand Hollow Reservoir note above is dated May 28, 2024 by DWR.
Utah DWR Fish Utah page for Sand Hollow Reservoir (DWR last updated the page Mar 5, 2024), read November 11, 2026.
Public Utah launches on Sand Hollow Reservoir
- Sand Hollow State Park Boat Rampboat ramp, for any vessel class, administered by Utah State Parks in the UGRC layer, camp host, drinking water, electrical hook-us
More launches near Sand Hollow Reservoir
- Quail Creek State Park south Boat RampQuail Creek Reservoir, 5 miles north
- Quail Creek State Park north Boat RampQuail Creek Reservoir, 6 miles north
Launch charges at Sand Hollow Reservoir, if any, come from the managing agency, not this page.
UGRC Boat Ramps layer (ArcGIS service) and the DWR Fish Utah access list, read November 11, 2026.
How many fish Sand Hollow Reservoir lets you keep
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.
Exceptions in force at Sand Hollow Reservoir
- Sand Hollow ReservoirLimit 8 largemouth bass of any size. (2027 guidebook, p. 50)
- Sand Hollow ReservoirNo limit on smallmouth bass. Anglers must not release any smallmouth bass they catch. All smallmouth bass must be immediately killed. (2027 guidebook, p. 50)
2027 Utah Fishing Guidebook, p. 50 (effective January 1, 2027; DWR PDF), read November 11, 2026.
Fish Utah, the DWR map, prints these lines for Sand Hollow Reservoir (DWR marks them updated Nov 10, 2025).
- Limit 8 largemouth bass of any size.
- No limit on smallmouth bass: Anglers
- must not release any smallmouth bass
- they catch: All smallmouth bass must be
- immediately killed.
Utah DWR Fish Utah page for Sand Hollow Reservoir (DWR last updated the page Mar 5, 2024), read November 11, 2026.
Utah statewide rows that reach Sand Hollow Reservoir
| Species group | 2027 daily limit | 2026 daily limit | Note as printed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black crappie and white crappie (a combined total) | 50 | same | – |
| Bluegill and green sunfish (a combined total) | 50 | same | – |
| Bullhead | 24 | same | – |
| Largemouth and smallmouth bass (a combined total) | 6 | same | – |
2027 Utah Fishing Guidebook, p. 9 (effective January 1, 2027; DWR PDF), read November 11, 2026.
Utah defines possession this way, Sand Hollow Reservoir included: "Possession limit means, for purposes of this rule only, two daily limits, including fish in a cooler, camper, tent, freezer, livewell or any other place of storage, excluding fish stored in an individual’s permanent residence."
Utah Admin. Code R657-13 (R657-13-2), last changed June 23, 2026 as printed on the DWR rules page, read November 11, 2026.
Anglers 12 and older need a Utah fishing license; both the 2026 and 2027 guidebooks print $40 for a resident 365-day adult license and $120 for a nonresident.
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.
The Blue Ribbon program at Sand Hollow Reservoir
DWR names Sand Hollow Reservoir a Blue Ribbon fishery on its Fish Utah page.
Utah DWR Fish Utah page for Sand Hollow Reservoir (DWR last updated the page Mar 5, 2024), read November 11, 2026.
DWR record entries naming Sand Hollow Reservoir
| Species | Weight or length | Year | Place as DWR prints it | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid sunfish | 1 lb. 1 oz. | 2025 | Sand Hollow Reservoir | catch and keep |
Utah state record fish as DWR lists them (records page), read November 11, 2026.
Club weigh-ins DWR authorized at Sand Hollow Reservoir
Find the DWR-authorized Sand Hollow Reservoir events and organizer results on the tournament page.
Where Sand Hollow Reservoir ranks among area lakes
Of the five closest Utah waters with pages, Stratton Pond (Grandpa's Pond) is largest by DWR acres at 15 acres.
| Water | Distance | Size | County | Launches | Species on DWR list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sand Hollow Reservoir | 1300 | Washington County | 1 | 5 | |
| Stratton Pond (Grandpa's Pond) | 4 miles north | 15 acres | Washington County | 0 | 1 |
| Razor Ridge Pond | 5 miles northwest | 0.9 acres | Washington County | 0 | 1 |
| Quail Creek Reservoir | 5 miles north | about 616 acres of mapped outline | Washington County | 3 | 7 |
| Sullivan Virgin River Park Pond | 7 miles west | 0.4 acres | Washington County | 0 | 1 |
| Skyline Pond | 11 miles west | 1.2 acres | Washington County | 0 | 3 |
DWR Fish Utah pages, UGRC Boat Ramps and Lakes NHD layers; outline sizes are GIS figures. Read November 11, 2026.
Grouped near Sand Hollow Reservoir
Reservoirs worth a detour from Sand Hollow Reservoir
- Stratton Pond (Grandpa's Pond)4 miles north
- Razor Ridge Pond5 miles northwest
- Quail Creek Reservoir5 miles north
- Sullivan Virgin River Park Pond7 miles west
- Skyline Pond11 miles west
Where to buy worms and jigs near Sand Hollow Reservoir
- Dick's Sporting Goods, 15 S River Rdbait and tackle shop, Saint George, 10 miles
- Gitzit Incbait and tackle shop, Saint George, 10 miles
- Al's Sporting Goods, 1770 Red Cliffs Drivebait and tackle shop, St. George
- Sportsman's Warehouse, 2957 E 850 Nbait and tackle shop, St. George
Rooms and campgrounds handy to Sand Hollow Reservoir
- Hurricane3 miles
- Washington6 miles
- La Verkin11 miles
Utah counties touching Sand Hollow Reservoir
- Washington Countyseat: St. George
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Identification photos for fish at Sand Hollow Reservoir
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Quick replies for a trip to Sand Hollow Reservoir
Which Utah county roads lead to Sand Hollow Reservoir?
DWR places it in Washington County; the nearest Census town, Hurricane, is about 3 miles away.
Is Sand Hollow Reservoir a large Utah water?
DWR says "1300".
Which launch suits a first trip to Sand Hollow Reservoir?
Use Sand Hollow State Park Boat Ramp; the data show 1 launch.
Which species does DWR list at Sand Hollow Reservoir?
DWR rates bluegill and largemouth bass there.
How many fish can a Utah angler keep at Sand Hollow Reservoir?
It has 7 rule lines; they replace the statewide numbers where they speak.
Where does licensing stand for Sand Hollow Reservoir?
Anglers 12 and older need a Utah fishing license; both the 2026 and 2027 guidebooks print $40 for a resident 365-day adult license and $120 for a nonresident. Children under 12 need no license.
Does DWR list bank fishing at Sand Hollow Reservoir?
DWR maps no shore point on it; launch areas may allow bank casting.
Is a Utah bait store close to Sand Hollow Reservoir?
The list starts with Dick's Sporting Goods, 15 S River Rd, about 10 miles away.
Which state record traces to Sand Hollow Reservoir?
The record list holds a hybrid sunfish at 1 lb. 1 oz. from Sand Hollow Reservoir, year 2025.
What is the next weigh-in on Sand Hollow Reservoir?
Dates and printed results are on a page of their own.
Is Sand Hollow Reservoir on the Blue Ribbon list?
Its DWR listing says Blue Ribbon.
Plan a Wasatch-to-red-rock weekend at Sand Hollow Reservoir
Prices and limit tables share one Utah page.