Gooseberry Reservoir fishing
Gooseberry Reservoir
In addition to fishing, visitors to the Gooseberry Reservoir area can also enjoy hiking and camping. The surrounding scenery is breathtaking, with mountains and forests providing a backdrop to the clear waters of the reservoir.
To maximize your fishing success, it's recommended to use small lures and bait, as the fish in the area are typically small. Fly fishing is also a popular method, with dry flies and nymphs being the most effective.
The best time of year to visit Gooseberry Reservoir is typically from May through October, with temperatures ranging from the low 50s to high 80s. Visitors should pack accordingly depending on the time of year they plan to visit.
Overall, Gooseberry Reservoir offers a great fishing experience in a beautiful location with plenty of other activities to enjoy in the area.
What's biting at Gooseberry Reservoir
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 Gooseberry Reservoir -- updated continuously from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Fairview Tunnel Near Fairview | 5 cfs | → |
| Fish Creek Above Reservoir | 3 cfs | → |
| Mud Creek Bl Winter Quarters Canyon At Scofield | 10 cfs | → |
| White River Bl Tabbyune C Near Soldier Summit | 4 cfs | → |
| Salt Crk Blw Nephi Powerplant Div | 8 cfs | → |
| Diamond Fork Above Red Hollow | 40 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest campgrounds, parks, boat launches, and reservoirs so a fishing run can grow into a weekend.
Campgrounds
- Gooseberry Reservoir
- Gooseberry Reservoir Campground
- Mammoth Dwelling
- Mammoth Cabin
- Gooseberry Campground
- Gooseberry
Parks
- Scofield State Park
- Starvation State Wildlife Area
- Lasson Draw State Wildlife Area
- Spencer Fork State Wildlife Area
- Gordon Creek State Wildlife Area
- Fountain Green State Wildlife Area
Reservoirs
- Gooseberry (Lower) Dam (Fs)
- Provo-Orem L. D. S. Camp
- Benches Pond
- Fairview Lake
- Pacificorp - Electric Lake
- Huntington
Boat launches
- Emery County
- Juab County
- I 15 Provo
- Utah County
- Palisade Lake Road Sanpete County
- Lincoln Beach Road Utah County
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 Gooseberry Reservoir as a favorite, set a custom threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Gooseberry Reservoir
What fish species are found at Gooseberry Reservoir?
Snoflo tracks the species commonly reported at Gooseberry Reservoir -- 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 Gooseberry Reservoir.
How do I get to Gooseberry Reservoir?
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 Gooseberry Reservoir.