Fishing Utah: An Angler's Guide To More Than 170 Prime Fishing Spots - Paperback

by Brett Prettyman (Author)

More than 200 bodies of water around the state.

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Whether your passion is bass and pike in the desert reservoirs, the trophy trout in the renowned Green River, or the delicate, gemlike trout of the alpine lakes of the High Uintas, you'll find the facts here that will get you on the water and well on your way to catching fish. Completely updated, this edition of Fishing Utah offers detailed descriptions of more than 170 bodies of water around the state. You'll also discover locals' tips on fly fishing and bait fishing, hints on picking the right spot for the time you can spend, and seasonal changes for each fishery. Look inside to find an insider's advice on the best flies and lures; up-to-date information on fish abundance; and clear descriptions of trails, distances, terrain, campground availability, and winter conditions. You'll discover where to fish with kids, where to fish in solitude, and where persons with disabilities can find access to great fishing spots. An illustrated section describes the habits and habitats of Utah's huge variety of game fish to help give you an edge on catching the big one.This is the one-stop source for all the fishing information you need to find angling success year-round at the Beehive State's lakes, reservoirs, rivers and streams.Whether you're planning an afternoon or a week of angling adventures, take Fishing Utah along for the trip.

Author Biography

Brett Prettyman grew up learning to fish on a small stream in central Utah and in the high elevation lakes of the Uinta Mountains. Trout fishing in these cold waters was Brett's first love. In 1990 Brett became a reporter with the Salt Lake Tribune and was soon covering outdoors for Utah's largest newspaper.