Medicine Lake fishing
Medicine Lake
Apart from fishing, visitors to the Medicine Lake area can also enjoy hiking, camping, and bird watching. The nearby Ashley National Forest offers excellent hiking trails and scenic views.
Fishing tips for Medicine Lake include using lures and baits that match the natural forage of the fish species present in the lake. Rainbow trout are particularly fond of PowerBait, while cutthroat trout are known to feed on aquatic insects. Fly fishing is also a popular method for catching these fish species.
The best time to visit Medicine Lake for fishing is from late spring to early fall, with June and September being the peak months. The average temperature during this time ranges from 50°F to 80°F, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
Overall, Medicine Lake fishing area in Utah, USA, is a great option for fishing enthusiasts looking for a diverse range of fish species and nearby activities.
What's biting at Medicine 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 Medicine Lake -- updated continuously from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek At Sheley Tunnel | 6 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Below Sheley Tunnel | 3 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Blw Pack Creek Nr Mouth At Moab | 1 cfs | → |
| Dolores River At Bedrock | 5 cfs | → |
| Castle Creek Below Castle Valley Near Moab | 4 cfs | → |
| Dolores River Near Bedrock | 2 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest campgrounds, parks, boat launches, and reservoirs so a fishing run can grow into a weekend.
Campgrounds
- Mount Peale Free Camping
- Dakota Crags Camp
- Pack Creek Group Picnic Site
- Oowah
- Oowah Campground
- Warner Lake
Reservoirs
Boat launches
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 Medicine Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Medicine Lake
What fish species are found at Medicine Lake?
Snoflo tracks the species commonly reported at Medicine 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 Medicine Lake.
How do I get to Medicine 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 Medicine Lake.