Unseasonably Warm Weather and Good Fishing

Updated 11-21-08

Conditions are still good on our streams and reservoirs, as we enjoy unseasonably warm weather. Park City Mountain Resort was scheduled to open for skiing Saturday but is rescheduling because it isn't cold enough for them to make snow. That could change next week - the latest forecast says a storm may move in on Wednesday.

Right now you can still launch boats at Strawberry, Scofield and other waters. There may be a skim of ice on bays but it melts rapidly when the sun comes up. Most reports suggest fishing is spotty in our major reservoirs - very good if you find the right spots. Move around and pay attention.

Our trout streams also have good fishing, particularly early and late in the day. Fly fishermen say the action is best on overcast or stormy days. These sunny days are very nice, but we catch more fish when the sun isn't bright. BWOs are out most days, and hatches should improve with next week's storm. Nymphs and streamers work well when fished deep. Browns are spawning so take care and don't disturb the nests.

Early ice fishing is happening in the Uintas. You can still drive to some of the lakes along Hwy 150 and they have safe ice. We've heard reports of good fishing. With these warm afternoon temperatures, use caution.

Lake Powell bass fishing will stay good through this weekend. We keep predicting a slowdown, but the nice weather has extended the season. Action is bound to slow down within a week or two.

Sand Hollow and Quail Lake, near St George, also have great bass fishing right now. 

Good fishing
- Dave Webb

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