Fall Fishing in Salt Lake City: Trout, Catfish, and More on the Menu

For anglers in the Salt Lake City area today, October 25, 2024, here’s what you can expect: The weather is forecasted to be partly cloudy with a high of around the mid-60s to low 70s Fahrenheit and a low in the mid-40s to low 50s. Since Salt Lake City is not a coastal area, there are no tidal reports to consider. Sunrise is at 7:41 AM, and sunset will be at 6:45 PM. Fish activity has been moderate, particularly during the early morning and late evening hours when the water is cooler. Yesterday, anglers reported good catches of rainbow trout, tiger trout, and channel catfish. At Bountiful Pond in Davis County, several rainbow trout were caught, with sizes ranging from 9 to 14 inches. Jordanelle Reservoir was another hot spot, with reports of white bass and trout being caught. For targeting trout, using small jigs, spinners, or bait like Power Bait and nightcrawlers has been effective. Tiger trout have been biting well on lures such as small spoons and flies, especially midge patterns, caddis larvae, and Blue Winged Olive (BWO) emergers. Nymphing with black or grey emergers has also been successful. Channel catfish are biting well on nightcrawlers and chicken livers, especially in the evening hours. Two highly recommended spots are Bountiful Pond and the Provo River. The Provo River, both the Middle and Lower sections, is seeing good hatches of midges and BWOs, making it ideal for dry fly fishing. Utah Lake is another good spot, although it is undergoing some turnover, so it's best to target areas away from the dark or off-colored water. Main lake points and drop-offs are producing good catches of trout and bass. Remember to be mindful of the water conditions, as some smaller impoundments are experiencing turnover, leading to dark or off-colored water. Adjust your presentation accordingly or consider moving to another location. Good luck and good fishing This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.