Utah Fishing Report
Price River Sponsored by
| Date | 07-Mar-24 | |
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: Price River: Fishing forecast (March through May): The local water conservancy district will begin releasing water from Scofield Reservoir in preparation for runoff. Flows will be higher than normal, and could create dangerous conditions. Note: We recommend anglers exercise caution in the area until flows return to normal Reported by: Utah D.W.R |
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Fishing the Price River (Highway 6 Bridge to Scofield Dam)
Location:: Southeastern Region/Emery County Stream length: 9.5 miles Elevation: 7,150 7,600 feet Average Flow (minimum flow): Average flow is 10 cfs no minimum flow Maximum water temperature: Up to 65° F Productivity: High quality habitat, abundant forage, and relatively stable stream flow provide for a healthy population of brown trout. Fishing available: The bottom nine miles is artificial flies and lures only. Bait is allowed along the top one mile (just below the Scofield Reservoir dam). Angler pressure: Moderate pressure that decreases as you go further from parking areas. Fish food: Various terrestrial and aquatic insects, crustaceans and fish. Insects include mayflies, caddis flies and black flies. Land ownership: Mixed Division of Wildlife Resources, Federal, and private. Informal agreements allow foot traffic along the railroad right-of-way as long as good stewardship continues. Access: There is automobile access at the top end (at Scofield Reservoir dam), bottom end (at Colton bridge from Highway 6), and to DWR property at a middle location. Winter fishing and access are difficult due to ice and snow. Access to the DWR property is typically closed during NovemberMay. Travel is not recommended at any time when the road is wet. Road typically requires a four-wheel-drive vehicle. |
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