Good morning, Salt Lake City anglers. This is Artificial Lure, and I’m here to give you the lowdown on what’s happening out on the water today, November 16th, 2025. The weather’s been a bit of a mixed bag lately, but right now, we’re looking at mostly cloudy skies with a chance of showers, and temperatures hovering around 61 degrees high and 42 degrees low. The winds are light, but keep an eye out for those afternoon showers rolling in. According to the latest forecast, there’s a 24% chance of precipitation today, so pack a rain jacket just in case.

Sunrise is at 7:24 AM, and sunset is at 5:18 PM, giving us a decent window to get out there and wet a line. The tides aren’t a big factor here in the inland waters, but the weather and water conditions are what you need to watch. The recent weather has been mild, with mostly cloudy to overcast skies, and the temperatures have been in the mid-60s across the Wasatch Front. This kind of weather is perfect for fishing, especially if you’re targeting trout and bass.

Now, let’s talk fish activity. The latest reports from the Fishbrain app show that Rainbow trout are still the most popular catch, with over 11,000 reported catches in the past few months. Largemouth bass are a close second, with around 7,600 catches, and Channel catfish are also making a strong showing with nearly 5,000 catches. Brown trout, Bluegill, and Yellow bullhead are also being caught regularly, so there’s plenty of action out there.

If you’re looking for the best spots, Willow Pond and Holmes Reservoir are both hot right now. Willow Pond has been producing some nice Rainbow trout and Channel catfish, while Holmes Reservoir is a great spot for Rainbow trout. For a change of pace, try Farmington Pond or Rockport Lake, both of which have been yielding good numbers of Rainbow trout. If you’re feeling adventurous, head over to Manila Creek Park, where anglers have been catching Rainbow trout and other species.

When it comes to lures and bait, the locals swear by spinners and spoons for trout, especially in the early morning and late afternoon. For bass, try crankbaits and soft plastics, and for catfish, live bait like nightcrawlers and chicken liver works wonders. Don’t forget to check the local regulations before you head out, as they can change throughout the year.

So, grab your gear, pick your spot, and get out there. The fish are biting, and the weather is perfect for a day on the water. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe for more fishing reports and tips. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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Artificial Lure here with your Salt Lake City fishing report for Saturday, November 15, 2025. We’re rolling into a classic fall transition, and it’s a great time to be out on the water before the first real winter blast hits the Wasatch Front.

Weather-wise, the morning started cool under mostly cloudy skies, temps in the upper 40s at sunup, warming to a high of about 64 before an evening dip toward 45. A fresher breeze is coming in ahead of a weekend system, but Saturday itself should be dry, making for a comfortable day to wet a line. Sunrise was at 7:10 AM, and sunset’s coming up at 5:09 PM—plan your trips accordingly as those daylight hours are squeezing tighter every week. The latest updates from FOX 13 News and The Weather Network point to clear fishing today, but get your gear ready for wet and chillier weather Sunday, with snow predicted up in the Cottonwoods and rain in the valleys.

No tidal swing for us, but this pre-storm pressure drop usually sets off the bite, especially in lowland community waters. At Meeks Lake, just to the north, Fishbox is still rating action as “excellent,” and that’s lining up with local word on Blackridge Reservoir, Utah Lake, and East Canyon as well.

Let’s talk fish: Anglers have been reporting solid catches of **rainbow trout** and **cutthroat** in local reservoirs, with a bonus of some heavy **brown trout** coming out in the evenings. Water temps are dropping just enough to push bigger trout up shallow, and the bite has been best early and late. Utah Lake edges remain alive with **white bass** and **channel catfish**—catfish have been taken by drift-rigging baits, according to north Alabama techniques highlighted by B’n’M Poles don’t be afraid to go old-school and anchor up with cut bait. The Jordan River’s producing its usual late-year mixed bag—carp are still rolling, and a few brave souls have pulled decent-sized trout right below the spillways.

Best baits lately have been **nightcrawlers** under a bobber or on the bottom in moving water, with floating PowerBait taking plenty of stocked trout at local ponds. For lures, keep it simple: a **1/8 oz. gold or silver Kastmaster** is dynamite for anything with fins right now—cast and countdown retrieves are working wonders. If you prefer finesse tactics, a white or chartreuse curly-tail grub on a light jig head or a classic **marabou jig** in black is tough to beat, especially for those staging browns.

As for numbers, neighborhood lakes like Sugarhouse Park and Liberty Park Pond were just stocked last week—anglers have been reporting stringers full of pan-sized rainbows daily. At Utah Lake, bank anglers are averaging 2-5 white bass per hour near Lincoln Beach, mostly on small swimbaits and worms. Browns at East Canyon have been harder to fool, but the few caught have been worth bragging about—bring big nets!

Hot spots this week:

- **Big Cottonwood Creek, up near the mouth**, has been loaded with trout moving up to spawn—try a small spinners or drift a salmon egg beneath undercut banks.
- **Utah Lake, Lincoln Beach jetty**: Action’s steady for white bass and channel cats; just bring a couple rods and get ready for quick bites.

Boat ramps are wide open at reservoirs; Huntington State Park reported 78% capacity and easy launching as of Wednesday, so the waters are still accessible if you want to chase bigger game.

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Artificial Lure reporting in with your Salt Lake City area fishing rundown for Friday, November 14th, 2025. Sunrise hit at 7:11 a.m., casting those classic golden beams across the Wasatch. Sunset’s coming up just after 5:11 p.m. We’re sitting in prime late fall form: cool mornings, climbing into the mid 60s by midday, with partly cloudy skies and a light breeze—perfect weather for casting a line, according to the latest hourly breakdown from Time and Date and Fox 13’s forecast.

No tidal swings to worry about inland, but water levels are steady thanks to recent restoration efforts. The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources reports ongoing watershed improvements this year, meaning area streams and lakes are showing healthy clarity and strong flows for November.

Fish activity’s been steady if not hot. According to Fishbox, places like Pacer Lake are showing “average” bite rates, with the best catches coming during those low-light sunrise and sunset slots. Anglers in the Salt Lake metro have been pulling in **rainbow and cutthroat trout** from both the Jordan River and nearby reservoirs, with some bonus **walleye** showing up at Utah Lake, especially during the dusk hours. Recent reports include several 16-inch rainbows and a few 20-inch cutts landed near daybreak, plus a trio of chunky kokanee from the upper Provo arm—those fall-run fish are still hanging in the deeper pools.

Best lures right now: locals are swearing by **small gold Kastmasters, chartreuse jigs, and classic Panther Martins** for trout action. For walleye and even the odd bass, a **swimbait or a black/silver Rapala XR** has tempted strikes. On the bait side, **nightcrawlers and fresh salmon eggs** are producing, especially drifted along seams and just off ledges.

If you’re aiming for numbers, hit the **Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge out toward Brigham City** where shallow channels are stacked with panfish and the trout are biting on worms beneath a bobber. For size, the **Jordan River Parkway**—from 3300 South down to 4500 South—remains a top local bet for bigger rainbows, plus some migrating browns getting aggressive ahead of the winter spawn.

Water clarity is solid most of the day, but with the increase in leaf litter, expect to clear your hooks a bit more often. No ice yet, but mornings are brisk—dress in layers and bring a thermos!

Quick gear check: four to six-pound mono for finesse trout work; bump up to eight or ten if you’re casting for walleye or targeting bigger browns. And as always, mind your single-barb regs on the rivers—help keep those fish healthy for another day.

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Good morning Salt Lake anglers, this is Artificial Lure bringing you today’s fishing report for Thursday, November 13th, 2025.

Let’s kick things off with the **weather:** the valley’s seeing a chilly start in the upper 30s, climbing to near 56 by mid-afternoon, mostly clear with a light breeze. **Sunrise was at 7:12 AM, sunset will be at 5:13 PM**, giving us a solid fall fishing window. No tidal report for Salt Lake City’s freshwater bodies, but Bear River Bay and Utah Lake do see some wind-driven current influencing bite activity.

**Fish activity** this week has picked up with the drop in temperatures. Locals report strong trout action at **Jordanelle and East Canyon Reservoirs**, with both rainbow and cutthroat working “close to drop-offs and near inlets.” The trout are hungry before ice-up; some are taking **powerbait and worms** while more are chasing smaller spoons and inline spinners. Recent catches have averaged around 13 to 18 inches, with a few lucky folks netting 20-inch cutthroats.

Up at **Strawberry Reservoir**, the cold snap has woken up bigger rainbows, cutthroat, and kokanee. Shore anglers found a reliable bite using jigged tube baits and 1/8-ounce marabou jigs in chartreuse and white. Most reported limits by noon yesterday. Boaters, take note—over $1.5 million is going into ramp and dock improvements across Utah for next season, including the Chicken Creek East and Renegade Ramp on Strawberry. So access will only get better for next year, says the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.

For the **bass guys**, Utah Lake State Park remains a late fall hotspot for smallmouth and largemouth. Best numbers are coming on **slow-rolled swimbaits** and purple **soft plastics** fished on drop shots. The Learning Center at Tackle Warehouse suggests “downsizing tackle with colder water, and trying Ned rigs or a finesse TRD worm for lethargic bass.” There’s even been mixed reports of white bass hitting small crankbaits around Provo Bay.

Locally, **hot spots** this week:
- **Jordanelle Reservoir** shoreline by Rock Cliffs (active trout, some bass)
- **East Canyon Reservoir**, near the spillway for consistent rainbow catches
- **Strawberry Reservoir Renegade Ramp**, updated docks for easy launching and prime cutthroat schools

If you’re heading out, pack **PowerBait, nightcrawlers, and small spoons** for trout, plus **swimbaits, Ned rigs, and jerkbaits** for bass. For fly anglers, olive **woolly buggers** and **nymphs** are tempting trout in the afternoons.

Recent angler feedback at Timothy Lakes says kid-friendly fishing is still solid—bring the family, toss out a worm or glitter PowerBait, and expect steady action on pan-sized rainbows.

Remember, boaters can look forward to better access in 2026 across the region, per the latest Division of Outdoor Recreation grants. With cooler weather and less traffic, the next few weeks are prime for hitting northern Utah lakes before full ice-up.

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Fishing in and around Salt Lake City on this chilly Tuesday, November 11th, has the look and feel of early winter setting in, with overnight lows dipping below freezing and highs expected around 45°F according to NOAA forecasts. Winds are light out of the east—enough to ripple the surface but not enough to keep you off the water. Sunrise was at 7:08 AM, and sunset will be at 5:14 PM, so you’ve got a tight window to make the most of that daylight bite.

Local lakes like Electric Lake and reservoirs in the Wasatch Back country remain open, though activity slows with cooling temps. Electric Lake is always worth a stop for cutthroat, rainbow, and brown trout. Reports from Snoflo as of yesterday confirm anglers pulling in decent numbers of 12- to 16-inch rainbows, especially in the early morning hours. Most success comes from jigging soft plastics in white or chartreuse, or slow trolling with small silver spoons and Kastmasters. Bait anglers are finding luck on nightcrawlers fished tight to the bottom or using PowerBait with a hint of garlic.

The Cleveland Reservoir, recently featured by Gary Winterton on 'Hooked on Outdoors,' is another productive spot, with hard-fighting trout stacking up near the dam and inlet. Look for them to hit silver spinners, small Rapalas, and especially dark woolly buggers stripped slowly in deeper pockets during midday. Bundle up if you’re headed out—mid-November up here can bring the wind and the chill, but the bite heats up right before storms. Remember, if you’re targeting Utah chubs or perch, small chartreuse jigs tipped with mealworm are a solid bet.

Utah Lake sits a bit quieter with the colder air, but those willing to tough it out have reported white bass still feeding sporadically along the rocky shoreline in late afternoon. Try small curly-tail grubs on a 1/16 oz jighead. Reminder for all boaters and kayakers: according to the Utah DWR, decontamination is taken seriously—make sure your vessels are clean and comply with the 18-day dry time this fall to prevent spreading quagga mussels.

A couple hot spots worth your time: East Canyon Reservoir still delivers solid brown trout action for folks casting gold-and-black crankbaits or drifting worms near the marina. Cinnamon Creek, part of the 8,000-acre Wildlife Management Area northeast of town, not only holds native Bonneville cutthroat trout but is a piece of wild country worth losing yourself in for a few hours. Try small spinners or beadhead nymphs there in the riffles.

For today’s fishing, I recommend:

- Early morning and late dusk sessions for trout—the bite cools off midday.
- Best lures: small silver spoons, Kastmasters, black/gold crankbaits, and white/chartreuse soft plastics.
- Best baits: nightcrawlers, PowerBait with garlic, mealworms for perch.
- Hot spots: Electric Lake, Cleveland Reservoir, East Canyon Reservoir, and Cinnamon Creek WMA for wild trout.

Invasive species protocols are still in full effect, so check your boats, waders, and gear. And don’t forget a valid Utah fishing license, even if you’re just working the banks!

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Good morning anglers, it's Artificial Lure checking in from Salt Lake City, Utah, with your November 10th fishing report. First things first: you won’t need to worry about tidal shifts today since our waters are all inland and tidal influence is nil—focus instead on weather, light, and water conditions for local bites.

Today, Salt Lake City is waking up to chilly fall temps, hovering in the upper 30s, warming into the mid-40s by midday. Skies are mostly cloudy, with a slight breeze out of the northeast. The sun rose at 7:14 this morning and will set around 5:10 PM, so look for prime feeding windows at first light and the last hour before dark. According to the Farmers’ Almanac, fish activity is rated “poor” for this evening—so you’ll need to work a little harder for your catch, but those determined to fish can still strike gold in the right spots.

Let’s talk recent catches: word around the local shops and reservoirs is that brown trout and rainbow trout continue strong in the area. The Jordan River and the connecting ponds near Rose Park have seen good numbers of rainbows on the move, but most are between 10 and 15 inches. Browns have been more elusive, but persistent anglers at Upper Huntington Creek report a mix of wild browns and a few brook trout showing up on small nymphs and dry flies.

American Fork River up in Highland Glen Park is another hot spot, still stocked with rainbow trout this late in the season. Fall at American Fork brings fat stockers and the occasional wily wild brown. Locals recommend trying the pond with dough baits or nightcrawlers, but the river is giving up trout to fly anglers tossing small streamers or hare's ear nymphs. Don’t forget the swing bridge picnic area for a quick strike—those little bends hold fish year-round.

For the bass chasers, largemouth are slowing down at the Sugarhouse Park Pond and Liberty Park Pond, but you might tempt one with a slow-rolled paddle tail or a classic black and blue jig. The deepest structure near the retaining walls and the sun-gold shallows around midday both draw strikes.

Best lures this week? For trout, small spoons (like a Kastmaster or Panther Martin), olive woolly buggers, and gold spinner blades are worth throwing. Rainbow PowerBait on a slip rig does well when the bite is tough. If you’re fly fishing, stick with pheasant tails and small midges during the cold snap. For bass, it’s all about downsizing—work a finesse worm or a Ned rig super slow, especially near submerged timber or drop-offs.

For bait, fresh nightcrawlers are money on most trout ponds. Waxworms are catching a few perch and bluegills at daybreak. Artificial corn and garlic eggs are producing in the stocked waters, especially with a little scent drizzle.

Hot spots for today:
- Highland Glen Pond, Highland: Stocked rainbows biting best between 9 and 11 AM.
- American Fork River (Swinging Bridge Picnic Area): Dries and small spinners turning up wild browns and rainbows.
- Upper Huntington Creek (East of Salt Lake): Wild brown trout on tiny nymphs; best before noon.

Take note—the cold means fish are sluggish. The best action will be at dawn and dusk. Dress in layers, take some warm coffee, and be patient. Persistence pays off. As we slide further into November, expect trout to concentrate near inlets and deeper pools. Don't overlook shallow flats at midday when a few brave trout might prowl for late-season bugs.

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Artificial Lure here with your Salt Lake City area fishing report for Sunday, November 9, 2025.

It’s a brisk start this morning around the Wasatch Front. According to CapeWeather’s Utah Doppler, we’re getting a chilly autumn weather setup with early morning temps near freezing and highs expected to reach the mid-40s today. Skies are mostly clear and winds light, so bundle up but expect stable conditions. Sunrise was at 7:09 AM and sunset will hit at 5:09 PM, giving us roughly ten hours on the water—just enough for a productive day.

As for the fishing itself, Farmers' Almanac rates this evening as one of the best for casting a line, so if you’re out after work, you’ll be hitting the prime bite. Mornings are fair right now, but it's the late afternoon where fish activity ramps up. Remember, November means cooler water temps, so the fish—especially trout—are more active during these short feeding windows.

Recently, local anglers have reported strong rainbow trout catches at hot spots like Little Dell Reservoir, East Canyon Reservoir, and nearby Jordanelle. Cutthroat and brown trout are mixed in but were a bit slower this week. Anglers at the Jordan River have landed several decent-sized channel catfish and carp, with numbers lower as waters cool but quality holding steady. Don’t forget about Strawberry Reservoir up the canyon; late fall browns are cruising shallow and showing aggression.

Reports from Utah Division of Wildlife suggest conservation efforts—including installation of artificial habitats—are paying off with improved structure and increased fish sightings in urban reservoirs and ponds. You might see some newer brush piles or log structures placed near the banks—great spots for casting and testing your luck.

If you’re heading out today, your best bet for trout is a combination of natural baits like nightcrawlers and salmon eggs, but don’t overlook artificial lures. Locals swear by Rapala jerkbaits in silver or firetiger, and smaller Panther Martin spinners for stocked rainbows. For brown trout, toss gold Kastmasters or switch to a dark tube jig fished slow along the bottom. Fly anglers are matching midges and blue-wing olives, which are still hatching in good numbers.

Catfish bite has been best with chicken liver or stink baits set deep just before sundown. Carp are feeding mid-afternoon on dough balls and corn, especially if you chum the area a little.

For those chasing bass, the season’s winding down, but a few largemouths are still willing to chase suspending jerkbaits or a slow-rolled spinnerbait near submerged brush in the lower elevation ponds. Wipers are occasionally busting shad at Willard Bay, though action’s sporadic.

Two hot spots I’d hit today:

- **Jordanelle Reservoir:** Focus on the inlet arms and submerged timber. Trout are pushing shallow, and the morning bite is still steady on spinners and worms.

- **Jordan River (near 1700 South):** Best for catfish and carp, especially in the deeper holes as the day warms up.

Keep an eye out: water clarity is better now, so lighter leaders and natural presentations are working. No tidal effects here, just weather-driven patterns, so use the Almanac’s “best evening” rating as a guide.

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This is Artificial Lure with your Saturday, November 8th, 2025 fishing report for Salt Lake City and the neighboring waters. If you woke up in the valleys thinking about tossing a line, you’re in luck—it’s shaping up to be a prime evening for anglers, with the Farmers’ Almanac calling tonight the “Best Evening” for fishing. If you’re looking to maximize your catch, plan on hitting the water just before sunset.

Today’s weather’s classic November: chilly air early, but warming into the low 50s by mid-afternoon. Skies are clear and winds light, so you’ll want to dress in layers—Mornings are crisp, but afternoon brings comfortable casting weather. Sunrise was at 7:06 AM, and you can count on sunset by 5:14 PM. No tidal influence here, but those lunar patterns are lighting up fish activity for dusk and into dark.

Around our reservoirs and local ponds—Utah Lake, East Canyon Reservoir, and the mountain-fed streams like the lower Jordan River—reports have been strong. According to Fishbox, the bites are excellent at nearby Snow Lake, and this is reflected in the action across the region. Trout have been particularly active, with rainbow and brown trout making up the bulk of recent catches at both East Canyon and Echo Reservoir. Anglers are pulling in fat rainbows up to 18 inches, with brown trout up to 20 inches not out of the question.

Bass are slowing down but still catchable in deeper holes in Utah Lake. Anglers have been landing smallmouth bass in the 1–2 lb range, especially off rocky points. Crappie schools are holding near submerged timber, with the cool front keeping them concentrated; most are 8–12 inches. Channel catfish are still worth a try—using stink bait or cut bait off the bottom has produced some chunky cats around the muddy flats.

For best results today, lean into finesse gear. For trout, toss small Kastmasters, Panther Martins, or gold or silver spinners. PowerBait in chartreuse or orange, especially on rainbow-stocking days, is solid. Plastics and jigs tipped with nightcrawler pieces are nabbing both bows and browns. If going after bass, use slow-sinking soft plastics in green pumpkin or natural worm colors. Crappie are hitting white or chartreuse tube jigs, and catfish can’t resist chicken liver or cut shad.

Hot Spots to check tonight:
- East Canyon Reservoir: Shore access near the dam, evening bite for trout and fast-moving jigs
- Utah Lake State Park: Dock pilings and west bank sluices for catfish and crappie after sunset

Before you head out, remember the waters are cooling fast, so fish are stacking up in deeper pools and near structure. Evening into early nightfall is your best window—expect bites to pick up right as the sun dips.

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# Friday Morning Fishing Report - November 7th, 2025

Hey folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Salt Lake City fishing report for today, Friday, November 7th.

We've got some fair evening conditions coming your way according to the Farmers' Almanac fishing calendar. If you're planning an afternoon or evening session, you'll want to head out around those major bite windows. Speaking of which, we're looking at major bite times from 6:41 to 8:41 this morning, and again from 6:56 to 8:56 this evening—those are your golden hours, so don't sleep on them.

Weather-wise, we're in a transition pattern. After some rain and snow moved through the north overnight, things are clearing out. You're looking at mostly cloudy skies with temperatures climbing into the upper 40s here in the valley. It's cool enough that you'll want a good jacket, but not so cold that the fish won't bite. The water temps should still be holding in that range where the trout and bass are feeding actively before the deep cold sets in.

Now, regarding the fishing itself, we've got reports of smallmouth bass in the area—though I should mention the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources has been warning folks about illegal fish introductions, so make sure you're following all local regulations and only fishing approved waters.

For your lures, stick with those bread-and-butter options: small spinners, soft plastics in natural colors, and traditional earthworms or minnows if you're bait fishing. The visibility is sitting at 51 percent, which means your darker colors and smaller profiles will work best.

Your best bets today are hitting **Bayliss Fork** for some solid beach and bay fishing, or **Porter Fork** if you want to try the harbor area—both are solid options just outside the city proper.

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Artificial Lure here, bringing you the Salt Lake City fishing report for Thursday, November 6, 2025. We’re waking up to mostly overcast skies, a nip in the air, and the last bit of warm southerly winds before a cold front drops by later today—so make the most of it before things cool way down. Right now, temps are hanging in the upper 40s to low 50s early, climbing up to the low 70s by early afternoon according to both KSL News Utah and KUTV. Rain is moving in this evening and tomorrow—expect a tenth to a quarter inch around Salt Lake and north, so keep an eye on the squalls if you’re heading out after work.

Sunrise this morning was at 7:05 AM, sunset will hit around 5:19 PM, giving us those steady shrinking daylight hours. Still plenty of time to get on the water for some fall fishing action. Tides don’t play a role in our Utah lakes, but cooler temps and fresh breezes could spark up that bite into the afternoon and evening.

As for fish activity, area waters like *Jordanelle*, *Deer Creek*, and *Utah Lake* are still producing. Jordanelle’s been steady for *rainbow trout* and a few late-season *smallmouth bass* keeping active, especially on points and drop-offs. Deer Creek has seen decent catches of *walleye* and *rainbows*, though the bite slows as temps fall. Reports from Utah Lake show some *white bass* action livening up on warm afternoons, but the channel cats are starting to hunker down as that water cools.

Recently, anglers have landed limit-style catches of rainbows at the northeast arm of Jordanelle casting, with spoon-jigging and little Cleos or Kastmasters working well. Utah Lake folks are landing a mess of whites on small curly tail grubs, with a few lucky ones pulling in a solid channel cat off cut bait after dark. If you’re targeting walleye at Deer Creek, the old standbys like chartreuse or firetiger stickbaits trolled deep are still seeing action.

For lures and baits, *silver or gold spoons*, *white or chartreuse curly tail grubs*, and *small jerkbaits* are top picks right now. When fishing off the bottom or after sunset, go for *cut bait* or good-old nightcrawlers. As always, make sure you don’t use live bait fish—Utah DWR is reminding everyone it’s illegal and harmful after a recent illegal bass release at Lloyds Lake was discovered, and introducing or transporting live fish anywhere is trouble for the fishery and the law.

A couple hot spots to notch on your map:
- **Jordanelle Reservoir**, targeting the eastern points near the Rock Cliff area for active trout and the odd late-biting bass.
- **Utah Lake’s Lindon Marina** for white bass and fall catfish, especially on the south docks.
- If you want a peaceful stretch, *Big Cottonwood Creek* higher up still holds browns—try drifting small nymphs or casting Panther Martins in the shaded pools early.

As we swing into this cold front tomorrow, expect fish to move deeper and bites to tighten—so downsize your presentations, slow your retrieve, and be ready to adapt as the water temps slip.

That’s it for this November day, folks! Stay warm, respect the resource, and always double-check the latest regulations—especially on bait use and species transport. If you landed a good one or have tips of your own, don’t hesitate to share.

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It’s Artificial Lure, back on this crisp Wednesday, November 5th, reporting from in and around Salt Lake City, Utah. The story today is all about autumn transition—glorious weather, active fish, and changing strategies as we coast deeper into November.

Let’s start with the **weather**: Salt Lake is waking up to clear skies, a morning temp near 48°F and topping out around 67 by mid-afternoon, according to Time and Date and AQI.in. There’s a gentle southwest breeze, low humidity, and no real chance of rain. Dawn broke at 7:17 AM; sunset will wrap things up around 5:18 PM. Visibility is stellar, and the air feels downright refreshing. With the recent full moon, night fishing remains tempting for those after bigger, bolder bites.

**Tidal info** doesn’t apply directly to our freshwater scene—Great Salt Lake is a closed-basin saltwater remnant, and area rivers and reservoirs are untidal—but moon phase does matter. The full moon means those browns, rainbows, and cutthroats are likely feeding hard during the pre-dawn and dusk windows, which aligns great with today's solunar tables from SolunarForecast.com: major feeding times hit from 8:52 to 10:52 AM and then again after dark—if you’re brave enough.

On to the **catch report**. This week’s patterns on Northern Utah waters—pulled straight from Western Rivers Flyfisher—show active **brown trout and rainbows** on the Middle and Lower Provo Rivers. Browns are spawning, so please tread carefully and avoid obvious redds. Flow on the Middle Provo has eased to 150 CFS; the Lower is at 160. Fish are tight along river edges and deep pools, with more rising in quiet pockets during calm, sunny periods.

Most folks are reporting solid numbers of 12- to 18-inch trout on nymphs, especially tiny midges, Blue-Winged Olive mayflies in sizes 20 to 24, and October caddis mid-morning to late afternoon. When hatch activity goes quiet, terrestrial bugs—ants, beetles, hoppers—can wake up wary fish, especially if you drift them close to banks where pressure is lower.

If you want to mix it up, swinging soft hackles and streamers along undercut banks and deeper runs is moving some big fish as those browns get territorial. Please note, per the 2026 Utah Fishing Guidebook, possessing kokanee salmon is off-limits until Dec 1, so release any you incidentally hook.

Let’s not forget the **community ponds and lakes**: These spots are still giving up **channel cats, bluegills, and even some wipers** on cut bait, worms, and a good old slip bobber setup in the evenings. Early morning, micro crankbaits and small jigs are sticking panfish and the occasional bass, especially as water temps hang in the upper 40s to low 50s.

Best **lures and bait** for today:

- **Nymphs**: Zebra midges, small pheasant tails, and BWO patterns fished shallow
- **Terrestrials**: Ant, beetle, and hopper imitations in the afternoons
- **Streamers**: Olive/black buggers and sculpin patterns for deep banks
- **Bait**: Nightcrawlers, cut bait for the cats and panfish; try PowerBait for stockers in community ponds

Now for a couple of **local hot spots**. The Middle Provo near River Road Bridge is drawing steady crowds but still pumping out nice fish, especially in overlooked riffles and seams along the edges. The Jordan River below 106th South has picked up lately with some surprisingly healthy catfish and wipers showing for anglers fishing live and cut bait in the slower pools. Community ponds like Fairmont and Liberty Park are still putting out trout and ‘gills for local families.

That’s the word from the water this November 5th around Salt Lake City. Whether you’re chasing browns, bows, or a little late-season panfishing, conditions couldn’t be better to get out and enjoy our local waters. Thanks for tuning in to Artificial Lure—make sure to subscribe for your weekly fishing fix.

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Artificial Lure here with your Salt Lake City area fishing report for Tuesday, November 4, 2025. We’re headed into early November, but it’s feeling like late September out there. Daytime highs are peaking near 70°F, skies are mostly clear, and nights are only dipping into the upper 40s. The weather’s unseasonably mild, with high pressure holding strong through midweek—perfect for chasing trout, walleye, and the tail end of the kokanee bite. According to FOX 13 News, this warm spell holds until late Thursday, when a weak front flirts with the Wasatch, but expect only a few light mountain showers and no significant cool down for a couple more days.

Sunrise this morning hit at 7:04 a.m., with golden light pouring in past 5:17 p.m. If you’re an early riser or a dusk angler, the key bite windows line up pretty slick: FishingReminder marks major activity early, from 6:41 to 8:41 a.m., and again this evening from 6:56 to 8:56 p.m.—right around those low-light transitions the local browns love. The moon’s still waxing with the first quarter phase, offering fair bite potential during the minor windows too, from 2:01 to 4:01 p.m. Don’t discount the moonrise and moonset for those trout stacking up in cooler creek inlets.

Now on to the report card: Trout action has been steady in the tributaries—City Creek, Red Butte Creek, and the upper stretches of Emigration Creek. Word from local anglers is that the browns are feisty with the recent flush of cooler flows. Nymphing with small stonefly or midge patterns under a tight indicator is getting the job done. The fish are holding to deeper pockets and seams, so a little stealth goes a long way.

B’n’M Poles users are raving about their sensitivity and control for deadsticking small jigs—a good trick this week for channel cats and larger trout holding near structure at Decker Lake and Jordan River. Walleye are still on the prowl in these systems, with jerkbaits and fire tiger or shad-patterned swimbaits outperforming standard crankbaits in the clearer sections. Live nightcrawlers or leeches drifted along bottom transitions are producing if lure action slows—keep it slow and close to cover.

Kokanee reports are thinning as the spawn wraps, but a few late runners are being caught in deeper pools of Parleys Creek. Bright pink or orange glow jigs tipped with white corn were the top ticket over the past weekend. For panfish, try the Hills Ponds and Baileys Lake—tiny rooster tails and ice jigs tipped with wax worms are getting consistent bites, especially mid-morning.

For those looking for hot spots:
- Big Cottonwood Creek, especially the bends below the canyon, is holding both rainbow and brown trout
- Decker Lake is the best bet for channel cats and a bonus largemouth

Rig tip of the week—use fluorocarbon leader with subtle colors in this clear, low fall water to avoid spooking fish. For those bank fishing the local creeks, try classic bread balls or PowerBait nuggets for carp and late-season trout.

Remember: Utah’s creeks and lakes are seeing less pressure as the days cool, so this is prime time for careful anglers to score more fish. Always check regs on closed reaches as trout spawn winds down.

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Artificial Lure here with your Salt Lake City area fishing report for Monday, November 3, 2025. We’re rolling into early November and the mountain air’s got that chilly bite before sunrise. The sun came up at 7:05 AM, with sunset tonight at 5:18 PM, so your best shot for a hot bite is going to be the first few hours after dawn or the last light before dark, when fish are on the prowl. With no tides to worry about in our freshwater lakes and streams, focus on the forecast—clear skies, crisp highs in the mid-40s, and a light northwesterly wind are keeping water temps cool and the fish wary but active.

At Deer Creek Reservoir, anglers have been lighting it up on trout—both rainbows and a few lingering browns are feeding heavy before ice-up. Reports from Sportsman’s Warehouse note that all species are fattening up for the winter. Rainbows are keying in on PowerBait and Gulp! in rainbow, chartreuse, or white, fished a couple feet off the bottom behind a casting bubble. Up your odds with garlic, corn, or cheese-scented dough baits. Want action? Jakes Spin-A-Lure, Kastmaster, Panther Martin, and the Rapala Original are all producing. If you’re casting for bass, try soft plastic worms, stick baits, or tube jigs in natural colors. Don’t overlook twister tail grubs and ned rigs for smallies, and if you’re walleye hunting, toss feathered hair jigs in pearl, chartreuse, and two-tone combinations, especially when the light’s low.

Provo River is holding strong too, both upper and lower stretches. The lower stretch is now mostly a sub-surface game, but with PMDs and midges still hatching through the morning, and caddis coming off toward evening. On the upper and middle river, flows are good and the menu includes PMDs, caddis, yellow sallies, and the last of the season’s drakes. For best results, go double nymph rigs: try a frenchie, a sow bug, or a pheasant tail as your dropper beneath a small dry fly. Late afternoon, streamer patterns are turning heads in slicks and deeper tailouts.

Over at Wasatch Mountain State Park, Snake Creek is a top pick for catch-and-release browns and rainbows. The scenery’s as good as the bite—bring a camera along with your rod. Leech patterns, woolly buggers, and classic streamer flies are working well in moving water with some depth.

Strawberry Reservoir has been red hot for kokanee salmon, though it’s slowing a bit for shore anglers. Boat folks with fish finders are still getting into big numbers by trolling in deeper water. Try glow or white tube jigs, especially in the early light.

Hot spots for today:
- **Deer Creek Reservoir:** Main points and rocky coves for trout, shorelines with quick drop-offs for walleye, bass near the dam and rocky structure.
- **Provo River (Middle section, near Charleston access):** Sub-surface flies with a dropper setup, late afternoon streamer runs.

If you’re heading to the Uintas, high lakes are still accessible and fishing well—PowerBait and worms remain a sure bet, especially in the backcountry.

Overall fish activity is good to very good across the Wasatch Front, particularly for trout as water temps fall and they pack on weight for winter. Most anglers this week report solid numbers—limits of rainbows and a mixed bag of browns and cutthroats in the rivers. Kokanee are slowing but still possible in deep water at Strawberry.

Before you head out, dress in layers and don’t forget gloves; the mornings bite as much as the fish. That’s your Salt Lake fishing report for November. Thanks for tuning in—don’t forget to subscribe for more.

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Artificial Lure here with your Sunday, November 2nd, 2025, fishing report for the Salt Lake City area. It’s a classic November morning along the Wasatch Front—dew on the grass, temps hovering around the high 30s at dawn, but expect a mellow warm-up into the low 50s by afternoon, skies mostly clear with just a hint of breeze. Sunrise was at 7:08 AM, and expect sunset right at 5:17 PM, so there’s a tight window for chasing those late-fall biters.

Fish activity today is right in the “fair” range according to the Farmers’ Almanac and local solunar predictions. Things look best during this morning’s major bite period, which ran from about 6:40 to 8:40 AM, with another solid window coming at dusk from roughly 7 to 9 PM. As is typical this time of year, fish can be stubborn midday—making early and late outings your best bet.

With the first quarter moon peeking overhead and the water cooling off, local anglers have recently pulled a mixed bag from area waters. There’s still some aggressive brown trout hitting jerkbaits and spinners in the Jordan River, especially up near the Old River Channel and right around the bridges downtown. Panfish continue to cooperate at Baileys Lake—look for bluegill and crappie schooling up, and reports of a few chunky largemouths being taken on slow-rolled plastics near the reeds.

Mountain Dell and Little Dell Reservoirs have been giving up good numbers of rainbows and cutthroat, mostly on smaller spoons, silver spinners, and classic nightcrawlers on the bottom. If you’re bank fishing, try Right Fork Mill Creek or Church Fork up the canyon—small nymphs and woolly buggers under indicators have been turning trout over where the water's deeper and slow.

No tidal action to report, since we’re all freshwater here, but watch those cold fronts and swings in barometric pressure; that always stirs up a bite, especially for predator species like smallmouth and wiper. Local bait shops say the hot lures right now are smaller jerkbaits in natural patterns, chartreuse or firetiger cranks, and 1/8- to 1/4-ounce jigs tipped with soft plastics for bass or panfish. Bait anglers are still producing with nightcrawlers and wax worms—especially effective for trout and bluegill as the water chills.

For bank anglers or families, Baileys Lake and Mountain Dell Dam are user-friendly hot spots, while more adventurous types can hit Pine Fork or Kenney Creek for a good hike-and-cast session in solitude. The Jordan River’s Old Channel is a perennial favorite for multispecies action.

Waders, remember water temps are dropping fast—take care and layer up if you venture out early. A little patience and a slow retrieve seem to be the ticket this weekend. Whatever your target, strike early, aim for structure, and don’t be afraid to downsize your presentation.

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Artificial Lure checking in with your Salt Lake City fishing report for Saturday, November 1st, 2025.

Sunrise hit at 7:59 AM this morning with temperatures hovering in the low 40s early. Expect highs to touch the upper 50s by mid-afternoon—layer up and bring a thermos if you’re heading out! Winds are scheduled to stay light, with occasional breezes off the mountains. Skies will be partly cloudy, and recent weather patterns have kept area waters well-oxygenated and cool: perfect for fall fishing.

We don’t deal with oceanic tides here, but if you’re fishing reservoirs and streams, water levels remain favorable thanks to recent storms in the Wasatch and Central Utah region. Stream flows in nearby creeks, like City Creek and lower sections of the Jordan River, have held up well, and the water clarity is good. The Farmers’ Almanac flagged this morning as one of the “Best” for fishing, with strong fish activity peaking at dawn and likely tapering off just before noon.

Reports from local anglers and bait shops this week show rainbow trout as the main catch in area reservoirs, with brown trout and cutthroat making appearances in moving water. Wasatch Mountain State Park’s Snake Creek has been hot for catch-and-release trout action, with browns rising to smaller nymphs and rainbows hitting flashy spinners. Fly fishers using blue-winged olive patterns and small streamers have also done well, especially in the chillier stretches of the morning.

Deer Creek Reservoir has produced good numbers of stocked rainbows, some running up to 18 inches. Bass fishing has slowed as water temperatures drop, but there are still reports of occasional active smallmouths hitting deep-diving jerkbaits and soft plastics. Perch schools remain scattered, but patient anglers have been rewarded with solid buckets using small jigs tipped with worms close to the bottom.

Best bait today: fresh nightcrawlers for trout, powerbait in green or orange for stocked rainbows, and small live minnows for perch and bass. If you’re casting lures, go with silver or gold spoons, Panther Martin spinners, and Rapala minnows. Fly fishing? Blue-winged olive and midge hatches are still coming off in the morning mist, and olive beadhead woolly buggers are taking fish in deeper pools.

For hot spots, head to:

- **Big Cottonwood Creek**: The upper stretches hold wild browns and cutthroat. Drift nymphs under a small indicator behind the rocks and seams; best luck before 10 AM.

- **Jordanelle Reservoir—Rock Cliffs Area**: Trout remain active in coves, especially around submerged brush. Troll slow with flashers and chartreuse rooster tails for a shot at larger plants from October’s stocking push.

If you’re near Salt Lake proper, Liberty Park Pond is always a solid family location for a quick cast. For a more scenic day, Wasatch Mountain State Park’s Snake Creek continues to impress with both numbers and scenery—bring polarized glasses for spotting cruisers.

Always remember, cold autumn mornings mean sluggish fish until those rays hit the water. Keep those presentations slow and steady, and don’t shy away from downsizing your tackle for finicky biters.

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Artificial Lure here, bringing you the Salt Lake City area fishing report for October 31, 2025.

Folks woke up this morning to partly cloudy skies, a brisk 48 degrees, and a light 2 mph breeze—classic late-fall Utah morning. According to the National Weather Service and WeatherSpark, temperatures will climb to the mid-50s with moderate cloud cover and no rain. By mid-afternoon, those clouds should stick around but won’t threaten any showers, so anglers can expect clear, cool conditions for most of the day.

Sunrise came at 7:08 AM, and sunset’s set for 7:54 PM, giving us nearly 13 hours of daylight. The moon’s waxing crescent at 25%, rising just before 9:35 AM. Solunar tables predict peak fish activity around major times: 5:12–7:12 AM and 5:43–7:43 PM, with minor bites likely to pick up from 10:00–11:00 AM. Day rating’s just average, but after the wettest October recorded—almost 5 inches of precipitation—local reservoirs, streams, and ponds are in prime condition, with excellent flows and cool, clear water according to the Park Record and Salt Lake Sentinel.

This week, the usual suspects have been bending rods. At Jordanelle and Rockport, rainbow and cutthroat trout are moving shallow and hungry. Reports from KSL.com and anglers at Utah Reservoirs say boaters averaged 3–5 good-sized rainbows per morning on the troll, with shore anglers landing 1–2. Pineview is still producing smallmouth and perch, though catch rates dipped slightly as the water cooled. The Jordan River saw a few chunky carp and the odd largemouth, mainly on bait.

As for baits and lures, fall transition is in play. The top choices on local waters:
- For trout: Berkley PowerBait eggs, pink or chartreuse, fished off the bottom; soft plastic grubs like Gary Yamamoto Single Tail in white; or classic silver/blue Kastmasters on spinning tackle.
- Fly folks are doing best on blue-wing olive dries and small #20–#24 midge emergers. Strip some leech patterns or olive woolly buggers early and late.
- Bass and perch at Pineview and local ponds are favoring slow presentations—try Z-Man Scented PaddlerZ swimbaits, craw-style soft plastics, and small jerkbaits like the Yo-Zuri 3D Twitchbait.
- Carp on the Jordan will hit sweet corn, doughballs, or nightcrawlers.

Hot spots for the day:
- **Jordanelle Reservoir**: The main boat ramp and eastern shore have been producing early—try trolling or casting from the points.
- **Big Cottonwood Creek at Crestwood Park**: After the rain, flows are ideal for trout—drift small nymphs or soak a worm under a float.
- For quick city action, **Liberty Park Pond** is delivering midday catches of bluegill and stocked trout.

October’s downpour recharged the system, so fish are active but wary—expect clear water and finicky fish. Go light on leader, match the hatch, and be ready to switch up tactics as the sun climbs and the bite window shifts.

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# Today's Salt Lake City Fishing Report — October 30, 2025

Hey there, this is Artificial Lure coming at you with today's fishing update for the Salt Lake City area. Let me give you the real story on what's happening on the water right now.

First things first — we're in that sweet spot where the migration patterns are shifting. The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources notes that deer are migrating through our region right now in October and November, which means the whole ecosystem is on the move. That activity extends to our fish populations as well, so expect moderate to good action today.

Weather-wise, we're heading into those darker commuting months as daylight saving time just ended on November 2nd. We're looking at lower light conditions, which actually means better fishing during dawn and dusk — those prime feeding windows when fish are most active early morning and in the evenings.

For Salt Lake-area waters, your best bet is heading out to **Deer Creek Reservoir**, which sits just outside our immediate area but is easily accessible. The Utah Wildlife Migration Initiative has been tracking aquatic species movement patterns, and Deer Creek's clear waters are holding rainbow trout, brown trout, smallmouth bass, and perch right now. The reflected mountain views aren't bad either.

Closer to home, **Wasatch Mountain State Park** offers Snake Creek, which runs right through the park offering catch-and-release fishing for brown and rainbow trout in some genuinely beautiful settings. This is prime territory.

For lures and bait, you're looking at matching the hatch with topwater options early and late, then switching to soft plastics and traditional live bait once the sun climbs. Think brown and natural patterns — they work in these waters.

The fishing should be solid today with moderate activity. Get out early before that sunrise and stay through the evening bite.

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Hey y’all, Artificial Lure here with your Wednesday fishing report for October 29th, 2025—coming at you from Salt Lake City and surrounding waters. Today’s sunrise hit at 7:10 AM and we’re looking at a stunner of a fall day: clear skies, hardly any wind, crisp morning temps around 39°F warming up nicely to a high near 58°F by mid-afternoon, according to Fox 13 and NOAA. That late October sun’s dipping at 7:52 PM, giving us just over 12 hours of solid light for wetting a line.

If you’re planning your trip, the bite windows are key. FishingReminder marks the prime major times as 12:26–2:26 AM and 12:58–2:58 PM, with minors around 8:04–10:04 AM and 5:53–7:53 PM. With the new moon phase rolling over tonight, go early or stick close to sundown for peak action—that lunar low-light can trigger aggressive strikes.

As for conditions, the water’s getting chilly and the fish are shifting into their late fall patterns. Local reports have trout getting frisky at the mouths of mountain streams north of town, especially near City Creek Canyon and Little Cottonwood Creek. Anglers tossing small gold and silver spinners, Panther Martins, and nymph-style flies are catching good numbers of rainbows and browns—some pushing 18 inches, but most running a healthy 12 to 16. Word is a couple of bull trout were pulled from deeper pockets last week, but most folks are seeing mix bags with brooks and cutthroat making strong appearances. Over at Jordan River, you can still pick off channel cats and the occasional white bass using nightcrawlers and cut bait near structure as dusk falls.

Bait and lure recommendations today: For trout, match the hatch—small golden spinners, Rooster Tails, and olive or black Woolly Buggers will get it done. If you want to throw plastics, Berkley PowerBait or Gulp doughs in chartreuse or salmon peach bring in stocker rainbows at faster-moving sections. For bass and panfish around Salt Lake’s urban ponds or the weedy margins of Utah Lake, try Ned rigs, soft plastic worms, or live nightcrawlers under a slip bobber.

Hotspots worth hitting today include Bayliss Fork—a proven point for mixed trout action with plenty of bank access—and Porter Fork Harbor, where the sheltered water draws baitfish and keeps fish held tight along docks and sun-warmed riprap. Both spots are firing on the minor solunar bites, so slide in before 10 AM or right at sunset for the best odds.

Gear up with medium-light spinning tackle if you want versatility—Outdoor Gear Lab’s test team still swears by the Abu Garcia Veritas PLX for all-around mountain stream confidence, but the Ugly Stik GX2 reigns supreme if you’re tough on rods and want to drag a big one from snaggy cover.

Finally, keep in mind most local catches are catch-and-release right now to protect runs and wild fish—check Utah DWR regs before heading out and enjoy responsibly.

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Artificial Lure here with your Salt Lake City fishing report for Tuesday, October 28, 2025. Let’s dig in.

Locals woke up to a chilly start—temperatures in the low 40s at sunrise, climbing into the mid-50s by afternoon, with mostly clear skies and a light breeze out of the northwest according to CapeWeather’s Utah radar. No major storms on radar, but you’ll feel the bite in the crisp morning air, especially in open canyons and around larger lakes. Utah’s snowpack is still pretty shallow, so runoff isn’t a factor just yet, and water clarity remains decent according to Snoflo’s October update.

Sunrise hit at 7:49 a.m., and sunset is coming at 6:33 p.m.—so you’ve got a tight bite window with temps warming up by late morning. Get on the water early for aggressive fish in shallows; the bite slows as midday approaches but can turn back on late afternoon, especially for trout.

Salt Lake isn’t tidal, so don’t sweat tide charts—river flows and weather drive this fishery. On the Provo and Weber, flows are dropping and wade fishing is safe in most sections. Reports from local fly shops say cutthroat, browns, and rainbows are active pre-spawn, with browns colored up and sliding into gravel runs. Big flies are moving big fish: KUTV’s “Hooked on Outdoors” segment this weekend highlighted the success of articulated streamer patterns—think olive or black in 3–5 inch sizes. Strip them downstream of drop-offs and undercuts for best results.

For spin anglers, local favorites include Panther Martins and small Rapalas, especially the brown trout pattern. Rainbows are still chasing bright PowerBait in the deeper pools at Causey and Strawberry. Cut bait and nightcrawlers are working for catfish along the Jordan River—lots of smaller cats reported, but a few double-digit catches came in over the weekend.

Recent catches? Community reports have seen solid brown trout action on the Lower Provo, with multiple fish in the 16–20 inch range taken on size 12–16 nymphs—hares ear, midge, and small stonefly patterns are king. Popular spots like the Weber near Uintah and the Middle Provo above Deer Creek have put out consistent numbers. Rainbow trout are being stocked at smaller ponds—try Willow, Liberty, or Bountiful Lake for quick family outings, where PowerBait and marshmallows under a bobber keep rods bent. Strawberry also fished well over the weekend, with plenty of healthy cutthroat hitting trolled Rapalas and woolly buggers.

For hot spots today:

- The Middle Provo below Jordanelle: Pocket water and riffles are full of staging browns. Nymph deep or swing a flashy streamer for the chance at a true toad.
- Jordanelle Reservoir: Try the inlets and bays early, working jerkbaits and tube jigs for trout and smallmouth.
- Community ponds: Willow Pond in Murray or Bountiful Lake are recently stocked and fishing well for planters; great for a quick after-work bite.

Bait and tackle shopping? Support your local shops—they’ll steer you right on the bug hatch and show you what’s hot.

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Artificial Lure here with your Monday, October 27th Salt Lake City area fishing report. We’re waking up to classic late-October weather: crisp and chilly, with early morning temps in the low 40s and a high expected around 61 by late afternoon. The skies are mostly clear, with a touch of haze. Sunrise rolled in at 7:49 AM and sunset drops at 6:35 PM, so plan your session with that daylight clock in mind.

No tides to speak of here along the Wasatch Front, but the lunar calendar says it’s a “Fair Evening” for fishing, with tomorrow evening and later days scoring even better according to the Farmers’ Almanac. Early birds and just-before-dusk anglers will have the best shot at action today.

Let’s talk fish activity: On local rivers—the Weber, Provo, and Jordan—flows are slightly below average but plenty fishable. Water’s cooling but trout are moving, especially with spawning ramps picking up for browns. Reports over the weekend saw several healthy brown trout landed on the Middle Provo and Weber—most ranging 12-16 inches, with a few pushing the 18 mark. Rainbows have also been active near the mouths of tributaries and in current seams. At Lower Gooseberry Reservoir, trout are still hitting spinners and small midge patterns. Electric Lake’s been producing some quality cutthroat and rainbows, just off the weed edges and deeper drop-offs.

As for techniques: Spin anglers have been finding success with silver and gold spinners, Panther Martins, and Rooster Tails, especially in the Provo and Weber. Fly folks have been doing well with nymph rigs—think pheasant tails, zebra midges, and olive or black woolly buggers. Dry fly action is spotty but afternoons may still get a blue-winged olive hatch if we get some clouds. For bait—nightcrawlers and salmon eggs are reliable for stockers in reservoirs, though in artificial-only sections stick with the lures and flies.

On the bucket report, word from the local shops is limits of planters at East Canyon Reservoir on PowerBait and chartreuse sparkle eggs, with some lucky souls landing 3+ pound holdovers trolling orange Rapalas or Kastmasters. If you’re after the challenge, Big Cottonwood Creek is low and clear but yields beautiful wild browns, just stealth is a must. No recent catfish bonanzas reported out of the Jordan River, but cut bait or stink baits are always the ticket.

For hot spots:
- **Middle Provo River** below Jordanelle—look for riffles and tailouts, especially after lunchtime as water warms a tick.
- **Electric Lake** near the dam and south shorelines—both bank and boaters picking up fish, especially early afternoon.

A reminder: dress in layers, keep an eye for spawning beds (let these fish do their thing), and always check the latest regs—artificials only on some stretches this month.

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