Fishing near Farmington, Utah
City, Davis County. Census 2020 residents: 24,531.
- 1 mileFarmington Pond
- 3launches within 20 mi
- 3rivers within 25 mi
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Where Utah anglers from Farmington go
Farmington, a city of Davis County, had 24,531 residents at the 2020 count. County government for Davis County sits here. Farmington Pond lies roughly 1 mile to the northeast, nearer than any other lake page. Hobbs Reservoir, at 65 acres, is the widest lake within reach.
With a trailer, East Canyon Boat Ramp is the nearest mapped launch at 17 miles. Around 12 miles off is Weber River. Narrows Shore Access at Pineview Reservoir, roughly 19 miles away, has shore access. DWR's Uinta Mountains, Weber River mountain-lake area lies roughly 48 miles out.
U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census counts (TIGERweb) and the 2023 Gazetteer, read November 11, 2026. Straight-line miles from the Census place point.
Utah reservoirs within reach of Farmington
| Lake | From Farmington | Size | Launches | Status | DWR lists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmington Pond | 1 mile northeast | 3.5 acres | 0 | community fishery | channel catfish, green sunfish, rainbow trout, wiper, tiger trout |
| Kaysville Ponds | 3 miles northwest | 5 acres | 0 | community fishery | bluegill, channel catfish, largemouth bass, rainbow trout |
| Bountiful Lake | 6 miles south | 50 acres | 0 | community fishery | bluegill, channel catfish, common carp, green sunfish, largemouth bass, rainbow trout, wiper, brown trout |
| Holmes Creek Reservoir | 6 miles north | 35 acres | 0 | reservoir | bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, channel catfish, common carp, largemouth bass, rainbow trout |
| Andy Adams Reservoir | 6 miles north | 50 acres | 0 | community fishery | bluegill, largemouth bass, rainbow trout, wiper, walleye |
| Hobbs Reservoir | 8 miles north | 65 acres | 0 | reservoir | brown trout, rainbow trout, lake trout, sunfish Bluegill, bass Largemouth, 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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- Weber River12 miles, Blue Ribbon water, guidebook entry, 2 DWR access points, 4 USGS gauges
- Ogden River18 miles, Blue Ribbon water, guidebook entry, 8 DWR access points, 2 USGS gauges
- South Fork Ogden River23 miles, guidebook entry, 16 DWR access points, 2 USGS gauges
USGS Utah readings near Farmington
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Farmington Cr Abv Div Nr Farmington, Utah | 3 cfs, 0.42 ft gage height | Nov 12 6:15 pm |
| Kays Creek Near Layton, Utah | 5 cfs, 0.75 ft gage height | Nov 12 7:00 pm |
| Salt Lake City Sewage Canal Nr Farmington, Utah | 66 cfs, 6.07 ft gage height | Nov 12 7:00 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 12, 2026 7:33 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.
DWR alpine areas reached from Farmington
- Uinta Mountains, Weber River48 miles, brook trout, bonneville cutthroat trout, grayling Arctic
Utah DWR Fish Utah planner (dwrapps.utah.gov), read November 11, 2026.
Plotted fishing spots near Farmington
UGRC Boat Ramps layer (ArcGIS service) and the DWR Fish Utah access list, read November 11, 2026. Census place point.
Handiest Utah ramps for Farmington boaters
- East Canyon Boat Ramp17 miles, East Canyon Reservoir, boat ramp, for any vessel class, administered by Utah State Parks in the UGRC layer, cabins, camp host, covered Picnic ares
- Antelope Island State Park Boat Ramp at Great Salt Lake18 miles, Great Salt Lake, boat ramp, for any vessel class, administered by Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands in the UGRC layer
- Anderson Cove Boat Ramp at Pineview Reservoir19 miles, Pineview Reservoir, boat ramp, camp host, covered Picnic ares, cycling
DWR shore points near Farmington
- Narrows Shore Access at Pineview Reservoir19 miles, Pineview Reservoir, shore access
UGRC Boat Ramps layer (ArcGIS service) and the DWR Fish Utah access list, read November 11, 2026.
Fresh DWR stockings around Farmington
| Lake | From Farmington | Date | Species | Fish | Average length as printed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmington Pond | 1 mile | Oct 20, 2026 | Rainbow | 690 | 11.79 |
| Farmington Pond | 1 mile | Oct 20, 2026 | Tiger trout | 651 | 11.08 |
| Farmington Pond | 1 mile | Oct 14, 2026 | Rainbow | 561 | 10.8 |
| Kaysville Ponds | 3 miles | Oct 27, 2026 | Rainbow | 873 | 9.42 |
| Kaysville Ponds | 3 miles | Oct 6, 2026 | Channel catfish | 1,000 | 4.04 |
| Kaysville Ponds | 3 miles | Oct 1, 2026 | Rainbow | 1,401 | 9.55 |
| Bountiful Lake | 6 miles | Nov 2, 2026 | Rainbow | 1,600 | 9.42 |
| Bountiful Lake | 6 miles | Oct 7, 2026 | Rainbow | 1,800 | 9.42 |
| Bountiful Lake | 6 miles | Oct 6, 2026 | Channel catfish | 2,000 | 4.04 |
| Holmes Creek Reservoir | 6 miles | Oct 14, 2026 | Rainbow | 526 | 9.47 |
DWR fish stocking table for 2026, year to date (DWR stocking report; water names are DWR abbreviations), read November 11, 2026. DWR prints the average length with no unit.
Utah limits for lakes near Farmington
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. Unless a nearby water has its own entry, Farmington anglers go by this table. Plan on $40 with Utah residency or $120 without it for an adult 365-day license; anglers under 12 need none.
| 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. |
- Farmington PondThe daily limit is 2 trout – common carp do not count toward the daily limit. (Fish Utah page)
- Kaysville PondsThe daily limit is 2 fish – common carp do not count toward the daily limit. (Fish Utah page)
- Bountiful LakeThe daily limit is 2 fish – common carp do not count toward the daily limit. (Fish Utah page)
- Holmes Creek ReservoirLimit 6 largemouth bass, only 1 may be over 12 inches. (2027 guidebook, p. 43)
- Andy Adams ReservoirThe daily limit is 2 fish – common carp do not count toward the daily limit. (Fish Utah page)
- Hobbs ReservoirLimit 2 trout under 15 inches. (new in the 2027 guidebook, in force from January 1, 2027)
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.
Utah record entries around Farmington
| Species | Weight or length as listed | Water | Year | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah sucker | 6 lbs. 6 oz. | Weber River | 2003 | catch and keep |
| Rainbow trout | 30" | Weber River | 2024 | catch and release (length) |
| Mountain whitefish | 24" | Weber River | 2004 | catch and release (length) |
| Nonnative cutthroat trout | 31 ½" | East Canyon Reservoir | 2011 | catch and release (length) |
| Albino trout | 29" | Ogden River | 2004 | catch and release (length) |
Utah state record fish as DWR lists them (records page), read November 11, 2026. Record waters within 60 miles.
Utah club events a drive from Farmington
| Date | Event | Water | Organizer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug. 8, 2026 | UBTT Northern Utah Division, Pineview, Northern Utah (result) | Pineview Reservoir | Ultimate Bass Team Tour, LLC (Cedar City, Utah) |
| July 18, 2026 | UBTT Northern Utah Division, Pineview, Northern Utah (result) | Pineview Reservoir | Ultimate Bass Team Tour, LLC (Cedar City, Utah) |
| June 13, 2026 | UBTT Northern Utah Division, Echo Reservoir, Northern Utah (result) | Echo Reservoir | Ultimate Bass Team Tour, LLC (Cedar City, Utah) |
Event as listed by the organizer (source), read November 11, 2026.
Utah guides and tackle shops near Farmington
Gear stores a short drive from Farmington
- Pier 37 Incmarina, Centerville, 4 miles
- Dick's Sporting Goods, 1201 N Hill Field Rdbait and tackle shop, Layton, 7 miles
- Academy Sports + Outdoors, 1565 W Hill Field Rd Ste 101bait and tackle shop, Layton, 8 miles
- High Country Fly Fishersfly shop, North Salt Lake, 10 miles
- Wally Luresbait and tackle shop, Clearfield, 12 miles
- Anglers Den Incbait and tackle shop, Ogden, 14 miles
- Sportsman's Warehouse, 1137 W Riverdale Rdbait and tackle shop, Riverdale, 14 miles
- Dick's Sporting Goods, 400 W 100 Sbait and tackle shop, Salt Lake City, 15 miles
Yellow Pages, Utah State Parks and NPS listings; miles only where the listing has an exact address point, read November 11, 2026.
Minutes from Farmington by road
Utah towns sharing water with Farmington
Still water for day two past Farmington
- Farmington Pond1 mile
- Kaysville Ponds3 miles
- Bountiful Lake6 miles
- Holmes Creek Reservoir6 miles
- Davis Countycounty page
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Beehive State fish to recognize at Farmington
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Planning casts from a room in Farmington
Where is the nearest Utah lake to Farmington?
Farmington Pond, about 1 mile northeast.
Which Utah launch is closest to Farmington?
East Canyon Boat Ramp, 17 miles away, on East Canyon Reservoir.
Can I fish from shore near Farmington, Utah?
Narrows Shore Access at Pineview Reservoir, 19 miles away (shore access).
Which Utah shops near Farmington stock tackle?
Pier 37 Inc, one of 8 listings nearby.
What Utah county includes Farmington?
Davis County. It is also the county seat.
How much does DWR charge to fish near Farmington?
Both Utah guidebooks list $40 for the resident adult license and $120 for nonresidents, each valid 365 days.
Which Utah town pages are near Farmington?
Fruit Heights (3 miles), Kaysville (4 miles) and Centerville (4 miles).
How many trout can I keep near Farmington?
Statewide, the trout, kokanee and grayling row sets a daily limit 4 under the 2027 guidebook, and the 2026 guidebook matches it. Lakes with their own entry differ.
Is there a river page near Farmington?
Weber River lies roughly 12 miles from town.
Does DWR plant fish close to Farmington?
Fish Utah lists Rainbow at Farmington Pond on Oct 20, 2026, 1 mile from town.
Which DWR alpine area is closest to Farmington?
The Uinta Mountains, Weber River area, about 48 miles away, on DWR's list.
Make Farmington your Utah fishing base
Utah county pages list every mapped launch.