Lake Desolation fishing
Lake Desolation
Apart from fishing, the area offers several nearby activities such as hiking, camping, and boating. The best time to visit Lake Desolation for fishing is during the summer months (June - August), with an average temperature of 80°F.
Fishing tips include using lures like spinners, jigs, and flies, with the best fishing times being early morning or late afternoon. It's essential to have a valid fishing license to fish in the area, and it's recommended to bring along sunscreen, insect repellent, and water.
Overall, Lake Desolation is a fantastic fishing spot offering scenic views and diverse fish species. Plan a trip during the summer months to enjoy the best of what the area has to offer.
What's biting at Lake Desolation
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 Lake Desolation -- updated continuously from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mcleod Creek Near Park City | 6 cfs | → |
| East Canyon Creek Bl I-80 Rest Stop Nr Park City | 7 cfs | → |
| East Canyon Creek Near Jeremy Ranch | 14 cfs | → |
| Silver Creek Near Silver Creek Junction | 4 cfs | → |
| Provo River At River Road Bridge | 151 cfs | → |
| Red Butte Creek At Fort Douglas | 1 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest campgrounds, parks, boat launches, and reservoirs so a fishing run can grow into a weekend.
Campgrounds
- Spruces
- Spruces Campground
- Jordan Pines Group Campground
- Redman Campground-Slrd
- Redman
- Camp Cloud Rim
Parks
Reservoirs
- Twin Lakes (Salt Lake)
- Silver Springs No. 2
- Silver Springs No. 1
- Bear Hollow Village, Llc
- Lake Mary-Phoebe
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 Lake Desolation as a favorite, set a custom threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lake Desolation
What fish species are found at Lake Desolation?
Snoflo tracks the species commonly reported at Lake Desolation -- 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 Lake Desolation.
How do I get to Lake Desolation?
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 Lake Desolation.