Utah Fishing Destinations

Skutumpah Reservoir

Alligator Gar Apache Trout Brown Trout and 3 more species

Skutumpah Reservoir is located in Garfield County, Utah, and is a popular fishing destination for anglers. The reservoir is home to rainbow trout, brown trout, and smallmouth bass. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and horseback riding. Fishing tips include using small lures or bait and fishing in the early morning or late evening for the best results. The best time of year to visit is in the summer months when temperatures average around 80°F during the day and 50°F at night. Get driving directions.

SKUTUMPAH RESERVOIR
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Fish Species

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Believed to grow to over 300 lb. (136 kg), the alligator gar has a head that looks very much like ...

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The apache trout is considered to be critically endangered by the IUCN.

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The brown trout is one of the world’s most widely distributed and highly esteemed freshwater fish.

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The kelp bass, a member of a large group of seabasses, which inhabit the eastern Pacific, is a robust fish ...

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The rainbow trout is an extremely valuable species in any and all of its forms.

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There is no doubt that the smallmouth bass rivals the largemouth in popularity.