Anglers do not need a license to fish in the state’s public waters on Free Fishing Day.
(Francisco Kjolseth | Tribune file photo) Fishing is free for everyone on Saturday June 12th – no license required – in any public body of water.
Ready to fish but not quite ready to decide on a fishing license? Utah has you covered: Fishing is free for everyone – no license required – on any public body of water on Saturday, June 12th.
In a press release, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources encouraged both new and seasoned anglers to take the opportunity to try something new or introduce someone to fishing.
“Early June is one of the best times to fish in Utah. All fish in the state, both warm and cold water species, are active and ready to bite this time of year, “Craig Walker, assistant water director for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, said in the press release. “And with this year’s drought, it’s better to go fishing earlier, even in summer. While some waters may experience low water levels this year, the majority of Utah’s fishing will be great. “
Even if you don’t need a fishing license this Saturday, you need to know the rules, warns the DWR. Download DWR’s Utah Fishing Guidebook 2021 online. And entry fees to state parks and other areas will continue to apply.
The DWR also shared several lakes and reservoirs where there should be good fishing opportunities and not too much crowding:
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Burraston Ponds in Juab County.
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East Canyon State Park in Morgan County.
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Echo State Park in Summit County.
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Deer Creek State Park in Wasatch County.
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The aptly named fish lake in Sevier County.
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Flaming Gorge Reservoir in Daggett County.
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Hyrum Lake State Park in Cache County.
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Kolob Reservoir in Washington County.
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Mantua Reservoir in Box Elder County.
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Millsite State Park in Emery County.
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Mondsee in the Duchesne district.
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Reclaiming the San Juan County Reservoir.
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Red Fleet State Park in Uintah County.
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Scofield State Park in Carbon County.
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Utah Lake State Park in Utah County’s – although the DWR warns you might find June suckers in Utah Lake that should be released immediately if caught as they are an endangered species.
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Willow Pond in Salt Lake County.
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Yankee Meadow Reservoir in Iron County.
For a full list of DWR recommended fishing spots, including the fish that are stored where, please visit their blog. For a map of all Utah fishing spots, visit dwrapps.utah.gov/fishing.
According to DWR, the community fisheries are also a great place to visit – with the added benefit of being closer to home. Visit the DWR website to find a community pond near you.
And if you fish on Free Fishing Day and are ready to purchase a license afterwards, you can purchase one online at Wildlifelicense.utah.gov/hflo.
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