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  • Salt Lake City Fishing Update: Rainbows, Hatches, and Hot Spots

    Salt Lake City Fishing Update: Rainbows, Hatches, and Hot Spots
    May 23 2025
    SALT LAKE CITY FISHING REPORT - May 23, 2025

    Howdy anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Friday morning fishing update for the Salt Lake area!

    The sun rose at 6:02 AM today and will set at 8:47 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to wet our lines. Weather's looking mighty fine with temperatures climbing to the mid-70s by afternoon - perfect fishing weather if you ask me!

    Fishing activity around Salt Lake City has really picked up these past couple weeks. Sandy Community Fishery has been regularly stocked with Rainbow Trout, with the latest batch of 175 chunky 15-inchers released in mid-April[1]. Those rainbows should be good and hungry by now!

    If you're heading out today, I'd recommend starting early with some nymphing techniques. The morning bite has been steady with midges and BWOs (Blue Winged Olives)[5]. As we move into afternoon, be ready to switch to dry flies when those hatches start popping. For the midges, try zebra midges in black, size 22-26, and for the BWOs, Comparaduns in olive or No Seeums in grey (sizes 18-20) have been working wonders[5].

    For hot spots, I'd point you toward the Middle and Lower Provo River where fishing has been absolutely on fire lately[5]. Those Buffalo Midges are still hatching, and they're bigger than your standard midge (sizes 18-16). Mother Shuckers in black, grey, and brown have been the ticket there.

    If you're looking for something closer to town, Willard Bay has been heating up according to reports from earlier this week[4]. Mantua Reservoir is another good bet, with several anglers reporting success there just a few days ago.

    The reservoirs around us are filling up nicely - currently at about 93% capacity and still rising[3]. That means good water conditions and active fish.

    For bait fishermen, standard PowerBait in chartreuse or rainbow has been working, but don't overlook the good ol' nightcrawler - seems like the trout can't resist 'em lately.

    If you're a streamer guy like me, try olive woolly buggers or small baitfish patterns, especially during the early morning or evening hours when those bigger fish get active.

    Remember folks, fishing licenses need to be current, and always check the regs before you head out. The wardens have been checking folks pretty regularly this season.

    Tight lines, everyone! This is Artificial Lure signing off until next time. Don't forget to stop by the local tackle shop for the freshest bait and latest gossip. They always know where they're biting!
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  • Salt Lake City Fishing Report: Rainbows, Hatches, and Multispecies Action

    Salt Lake City Fishing Report: Rainbows, Hatches, and Multispecies Action
    May 21 2025
    Artificial Lure here with your Salt Lake City fishing report for Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

    This morning kicks off with clear skies and cool temps in the high 40s, but expect a quick warmup to the upper 70s by midafternoon. Winds will stay light from the southeast. Sunrise was at 6:08 AM, and sunset will be at 8:46 PM, giving you a good, long window to wet a line. No tides to factor in around the valley, but if you’re headed to the Great Salt Lake flats, watch for afternoon breezes.

    Fish activity is ramping up all over. Rainbow trout are the catch of the week, especially at community fisheries like Sandy Pond and the creeks around the valley. These waters were heavily stocked in April, with hundreds of rainbows added ranging from 9 to 17 inches[1]. There’s been steady action reported since, especially at dawn and dusk when the water is cool and the fish are cruising the shoreline[3].

    The Middle and Lower Provo River are on fire right now, thanks to thick midge and blue winged olive mayfly hatches. Nymphing with black or brown zebra midges has been productive in the mornings. By early afternoon, dry fly anglers are getting into fish with olive Comparaduns and grey No Seeums, size 18 to 20[5]. On the stillwaters, PowerBait in green or chartreuse, nightcrawlers, and small silver spoons are the ticket for rainbows. Soft plastics and Panther Martin spinners are also getting bites, especially for folks working the shallows early and late.

    Bass fishing is picking up at Utah Lake and Jordanelle Reservoir. Try Texas-rigged worms or Ned rigs near structure, and look for smallmouth to be cruising rocky points. Crappie are showing up at Utah Lake marinas, with anglers reporting limit catches on small jigs tipped with chartreuse plastics.

    If you’re looking for hot spots, Sandy Pond is a sure bet for stocked rainbows, and the Lower Provo is the top choice for those wanting to match the hatch. For multispecies action, Utah Lake is heating up with bass, catfish, and panfish activity.

    To sum it up, local waters are fishing great in this fine spring weather. Focus your efforts early and late in the day, go small with your bugs on the rivers, and flashy or scented on the community ponds. Tight lines, and I’ll see you on the bank.
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  • "Salt Lake City Fishing Report: Rainbows, Midges, and Hot Spots for May 2025"

    "Salt Lake City Fishing Report: Rainbows, Midges, and Hot Spots for May 2025"
    May 19 2025
    Artificial Lure here checking in with your local Salt Lake City fishing report for Monday, May 19, 2025.

    The morning started out with clear, classic Utah skies and early temps in the upper 40s. Sunrise hit at 6:08 am and sunset will settle in around 8:44 pm tonight. Winds are light and the high should reach the upper 60s, making for perfect fishing weather. Since we fish mostly in freshwater lakes and reservoirs up here, no tides to worry about.

    Let’s talk fish activity. The rainbow trout bite has been hot in community fisheries, especially around sunrise and sunset—prime time to get lines wet. Recent stocking has been generous in the Sandy Community Fishery with regular hauls of rainbows, including nearly 500 catchables dropped just last week and another batch of 500 just a few days ago, most running 9 to 10 inches, with a few pushing up to 17 inches[1]. Anglers have reported fast action on these fresh-stocked rainbows, especially in the evenings[2].

    For fly anglers, the Middle and Lower Provo River is a can't-miss right now. Spring midge hatches are still going strong. Nymphing with zebra midges in black and brown, size 22 to 16, has been producing well. By afternoon, the Blue Winged Olive hatch gets busy around 1 pm, so have some Comparaduns in olive and No Seeums in grey, sizes 18 to 20, ready to go. The nymph bite stays solid before and after the hatch, especially if the clouds roll in[5].

    As for lures and baits, for stocked rainbows in lakes, I recommend using PowerBait in bright colors or nightcrawlers under a bubble for kids or beginners. For the lure crowd, small gold Panther Martins, Kastmasters, and Rooster Tails will all do the trick. On the fly side, midge larvae, BWO nymphs, and emergers are king. Streamers can move big browns early and late.

    Hot spots worth your time include the Sandy Community Fishery for a shot at quick limits of rainbows, and the Lower Provo River for active wild trout on the fly. Jordanelle Reservoir, just east, is also fishing well as it sits close to full, offering mixed-bag action for trout and perch this week[3].

    Fish are feeding aggressively during low light, so get out early and stick around for the evening rise. Tight lines and see you on the water.
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  • Salt Lake Fishing Forecast: Rainbows, Cutthroats, and Ideal Conditions

    Salt Lake Fishing Forecast: Rainbows, Cutthroats, and Ideal Conditions
    May 18 2025
    Artificial Lure here with your Salt Lake City area fishing report for Sunday, May 18, 2025.

    We’re starting the day under clear Utah skies. Expect mid-spring highs in the mid-70s by the afternoon—ideal weather for both shore and boat anglers. Sunrise came at 6:22 AM and sunset will hit around 8:23 PM, so you have over 14 hours of daylight to work those lines and try for a full fish basket. No tidal activity affects our lakes and reservoirs around Salt Lake, so no worries there—focus on water temps, which are sitting comfortably in the mid-50s now. That’s got the fish active and hungry.

    Recent stocking reports from the Sandy Community Fishery have been exciting. Over 500 rainbow trout were stocked just days ago, including a batch of hefty 10-inchers on May 13th and a few trophy-class rainbows last month that hit the 17-inch mark. These bigger fish are still hanging around, cruising for an easy meal. Anglers this week have been catching rainbows steadily with gold and silver Mepps spinners as well as chartreuse or rainbow PowerBait. Early risers have also done well on small spoons and classic nightcrawlers fished off the bottom or under a bobber [1][5].

    Fairmont Park Lake is another local favorite. It’s been loaded with rainbows in the 9 to 10-inch range, and reports from the bank show that small Panther Martin spinners and worms under a float are landing fish, especially for families and those newer to fishing [5].

    If you’re looking for variety or a bit less crowd, Little Dell Reservoir is a great option just east of town. The cool, clear waters there hold cutthroat trout, and fly anglers have had success with small nymphs and dark woolly buggers. Spin anglers should try gold or copper spoons retrieved slowly along the drop-offs.

    For bait, stick with PowerBait in bright colors, nightcrawlers, or salmon eggs at the community ponds. Up the canyons, lean toward flies, small spinners, or natural presentations like worms. Afternoon tends to see increased bug activity, which draws active trout into the shallows.

    Today’s hot spots are the Sandy Community Fishery for easy access and high catch rates and Little Dell for a more scenic, technical outing. Reports from both spots over the last week have been strong, with healthy numbers of rainbows and some big fish mixed in [1][5].

    Pack sunscreen, stay hydrated, and as always, practice catch and release where you can to keep our fisheries thriving. Tight lines, Utah!
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  • Salt Lake City Spring Fishing Report: Rainbows Biting Best at Sunrise and Sunset

    Salt Lake City Spring Fishing Report: Rainbows Biting Best at Sunrise and Sunset
    May 17 2025
    Artificial Lure here with your Salt Lake City area fishing report for Saturday, May 17, 2025.

    We’re set up for a classic spring day along the Wasatch Front. This morning started off cool but pleasant, with sunrise at 6:19 a.m. and the sunset coming up at 8:29 p.m. Highs today are expected in the upper 60s to low 70s, and you can expect partly cloudy skies with a light breeze picking up in the afternoons. No tidal swings in our lakes and ponds, so you can focus on the bite windows triggered by morning and evening light.

    Fishing has been solid thanks to consistent rainbow trout stocking across Salt Lake County’s community fisheries. Just this past week, the Sandy Community Fishery received another load of rainbows—right around 500 fish, averaging about 10 inches each—bringing the total to several thousand stocked since the end of March. Anglers working local ponds like Sandy Community Fishery and Cove Pond are reporting good catches of rainbows in the 9 to 12-inch range, with a few larger ones now and then. Brown trout have been spotted at places like Cove Pond, but it’s the rainbows that are most active right now[1][5].

    The best bet for bait this week is chartreuse or pink PowerBait, salmon eggs, or a classic nightcrawler fished off the bottom. If you prefer to cast lures, try a small gold or silver Panther Martin or Rooster Tail spinner. These flashy lures are bringing in rainbows when cast along the shoreline. Fly anglers are having success on olive woolly buggers or beadhead nymphs worked slow, especially during the early morning and as evening settles in[5].

    For hot spots, Sandy Community Fishery is absolutely loaded and fishing well after the latest stocking[1]. Cove Pond is another good choice, especially if you want a shot at a brown trout mixed in with the rainbows.

    To sum it up, fish are biting best right after sunrise and in the last hour of daylight. Rainbow trout are the main attraction, with a few browns and cutthroat possible in the right streams. Stick with bright bait, small spinners, or woolly buggers, work the shorelines, and you should be in for some steady action. Good luck out there, and tight lines!
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  • Salt Lake City Fishing Report: Abundant Trout, Hatches, and Hot Spots

    Salt Lake City Fishing Report: Abundant Trout, Hatches, and Hot Spots
    May 16 2025
    Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Friday morning fishing report for Salt Lake City and surrounding waters.

    The fishing scene is really picking up around our neck of the woods as we move deeper into May. The weather's been cooperating lately, with temperatures warming up nicely. Those Blue Winged Olive hatches I've been talking about are still going strong, especially during early afternoons around 1pm.

    Over at Sandy Community Fishery, they've been stocking like crazy this past week. Just this past Tuesday, they dropped in 500 rainbow trout averaging about 10.4 inches, and last week they put in another 501 rainbows. If you're looking for some bigger fish, they also stocked some 15-17 inch rainbows back in mid-April, and a few of those lunkers are still swimming around waiting for you.

    The best approach right now seems to be nymphing in the morning hours. I'm hearing great success stories from folks using midge patterns in black and brown, particularly zebra midges in size 22-26. As we move into the afternoon, you might want to switch to dry flies as those BWO hatches start popping.

    For you fly fishing enthusiasts hitting the Provo River, both Middle and Lower sections are absolutely on fire right now. The Buffalo Midge hatches have been phenomenal - try Mother Shuckers in black, grey and brown, sized 18-16. The cooler, cloudier days have been bringing the strongest hatches.

    Jordanelle Reservoir is sitting at about 93 percent capacity and rising quickly according to the state park folks. The fishing there has been picking up steadily.

    Hot spots this week: definitely check out Sandy Community Fishery if you want some recently stocked action, and the Lower Provo can't be beat for some quality fly fishing. For those willing to drive a bit, the Park City and Heber Valley areas are fishing great all around.

    Bait anglers are having good luck with standard PowerBait in chartreuse and rainbow, while the lure guys are connecting with small spinners and spoons in silver and gold.

    Sunrise today was around 6:05 AM and sunset will be about 8:40 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to get your lines wet. Remember to check your regulations before heading out, and as always, leave our waters cleaner than you found them.

    Until next time, this is Artificial Lure saying tight lines and see you on the water!
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  • Midspring Fishing Report Salt Lake City - Trout, Spinners, and More!

    Midspring Fishing Report Salt Lake City - Trout, Spinners, and More!
    May 14 2025
    Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Wednesday morning fishing report for the Salt Lake City area. It's May 14th, and we're looking at a beautiful mid-spring day here in Utah!

    The sun rose this morning at about 6:05 AM and will set around 8:35 PM, giving us plenty of daylight hours to get those lines wet. Weather-wise, we're expecting temperatures to climb into the mid-70s by afternoon with partly cloudy skies - just about perfect fishing conditions if you ask me!

    Since we're fishing freshwater here in Utah, there's no tidal report to worry about - one less thing to keep track of while you're focusing on the bite!

    The fishing action has been heating up nicely as our waters warm. The Sandy Community Fishery has been producing consistently good catches since their heavy stocking throughout March and April. Those trophy rainbows they put in on April 16th are still making appearances - several folks have landed some beautiful 15-16 inchers this past week! The Division of Wildlife Resources has been keeping our waters well-supplied, with multiple stockings of rainbow trout in the 9-12 inch range across Salt Lake County waters.

    If you're heading to Sandy Community Fishery today, I'd recommend trying PowerBait in chartreuse or rainbow colors - that's been the ticket lately. Small Mepps spinners in gold and silver have also been producing well. For the fly anglers, woolly buggers and beadhead nymphs are still your best bet, especially during early morning and evening hours.

    Another hot spot worth checking out is Fairmont Park, where they've stocked plenty of pan-sized rainbows. These smaller fish are perfect if you've got kiddos with you or if you're just looking for some fast action. Small Panther Martin spinners have been working wonders there, and you can't go wrong with the classic worm under a bobber setup.

    Reports from local streams are showing some brown trout and cutthroat activity as well, though they're not as numerous as the freshly stocked rainbows.

    For bait, nightcrawlers are working well just about everywhere, along with salmon eggs for the more finicky fish. If you're a lure enthusiast, gold or silver spoons continue to be reliable producers for trout of all sizes.

    That's all for today, folks! This is Artificial Lure signing off and wishing you tight lines and full creels! Remember to check your licenses and limits before heading out. See you on the water!
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  • Monday Fishing Report: Trout Bite Heats Up Across Salt Lake Area Waterways

    Monday Fishing Report: Trout Bite Heats Up Across Salt Lake Area Waterways
    May 12 2025
    Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Monday morning fishing report for May 12, 2025. It's shaping up to be another beautiful spring day in Salt Lake City, perfect for wetting a line!

    Let's start with the basics - sunrise was about an hour ago at 6:10 AM, and we'll have daylight until sunset at 8:35 PM, giving you plenty of time on the water today. Temperatures are expected to climb into the mid-70s by afternoon with light winds, so conditions are looking mighty favorable.

    The Sandy Community Fishery continues to be one of our hottest spots! The DWR has been keeping it well-stocked with rainbow trout throughout March and April[1][5]. Those trophy rainbows they planted back in mid-April are still in there, including some beautiful 17-inchers that'll bend your rod. Anglers have been having great success with small Mepps spinners in gold and silver, while PowerBait in chartreuse and rainbow colors has been working well for the bait fishermen[5].

    The Weber River has been fishing exceptionally well based on yesterday's reports[3]. Trout activity has picked up considerably with the warming water temperatures now in the upper 50s. Try working small spinners in the deeper pools or drifting worms through the riffles.

    If you're looking for a family-friendly spot, Cove Pond has received multiple stockings of rainbow and brown trout, along with some tiger trout that will really test your skills[1]. Light tackle with small jigs tipped with meal worms has been the ticket there.

    Recent stocking reports show Salt Creek Reservoir received nearly 500 rainbows in mid-April, averaging around 12 inches[1]. That's another spot worth checking out if you want to avoid the crowds.

    For those willing to drive a bit, reports from Ute Lake and Santa Rosa Lake from yesterday show excellent fishing conditions with multiple species active[3]. Pack a variety of lures if you're heading that way.

    Remember folks, fish are most active during early morning and evening hours this time of year. The midday sun tends to push them deeper, so adjust your presentation accordingly.

    That's all for today's report! This is Artificial Lure reminding you to check your regulations before heading out, and as always, tight lines to ya!
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