Butterfly Lake fishing
Butterfly Lake
Apart from fishing, visitors can enjoy several nearby activities such as hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. The local campground offers amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and toilets.
To increase your chances of catching trout, it's best to use lures or flies that match the natural food sources found in the lake. Some effective fishing techniques include using a fly rod or spinning rod and drifting or trolling lures or flies. It's also important to fish during the early morning or late afternoon when the trout are most active.
The best time of year to visit Butterfly Lake is during the summer months, from June to August, when the average temperature ranges from 70°F to 80°F. However, it's important to check the weather forecast and bring appropriate gear for changing weather conditions.
Overall, Butterfly Lake is a great fishing destination for anglers looking for an excellent trout fishing spot surrounded by stunning mountain views and a variety of nearby activities.
What's biting at Butterfly Lake
Species commonly reported here -- tap any card for techniques, target seasons, and other waters where it's been caught.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Butterfly Lake -- updated continuously from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bear River Near Utah-Wyoming State Line | 237 cfs | → |
| Provo River Near Woodland | 322 cfs | → |
| Lake Fork River Ab Moon Lake | 115 cfs | → |
| Weber River Near Oakley | 284 cfs | → |
| Rock Creek Near Mountain Home | 48 cfs | → |
| Blacks Fork Near Robertson | 153 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest campgrounds, parks, boat launches, and reservoirs so a fishing run can grow into a weekend.
Angling safety & ethics
- Know the regulations
- Check local fishing rules, seasons, size limits, and license requirements to ensure legal and sustainable angling.
- Handle fish responsibly
- Use wet hands, minimize air exposure, and release fish gently to improve survival rates when practicing catch-and-release.
- Choose the right gear
- Match your rod, line, and tackle to the species and conditions to increase success and reduce unnecessary harm to fish.
- Respect the waterway
- Avoid disturbing habitat, prevent bank erosion, and keep a safe distance from spawning areas to protect ecosystems.
- Keep it clean
- Pack out all line, hooks, bait containers, and trash. Discarded gear can injure wildlife and degrade waterways.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Butterfly Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Butterfly Lake
What fish species are found at Butterfly Lake?
Snoflo tracks the species commonly reported at Butterfly Lake -- see the Fish Species panel above for the live list with images and links to per-species pages.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data comes live from USGS streamgauges, also refreshed continuously.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this area, set a threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Check your state agency's regulations for license requirements, seasons, size limits, and any waterbody-specific rules before fishing Butterfly Lake.
How do I get to Butterfly Lake?
Tap Open in map in the hero above to center the Snoflo interactive map on this area, or grab the coordinates from the location facts panel.
Other angling spots near here
Snoflo-tracked fishing areas within driving distance of Butterfly Lake.