Newcastle Reservoir
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07-Mar-24
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Conditions
: NEWCASTLE RESERVOIR: Our spring gillnetting survey found lots of large wipers, from 4-12 pounds. Wipers have really benefited from an increase in golden shiners during the last couple of years. Smallmouth bass also seem to be doing well, with several fish up to 3 pounds observed. Rainbow trout have not survived as well in recent years due to competition with shiners and drought conditions. They may continue to struggle until wipers knock the shiner density back down. Fishing forecast (March through May): The reservoir is usually free of ice by mid-March. Rainbow trout begin patrolling the shorelines looking for food and a place to spawn as soon as the ice comes off and can provide great fishing throughout March and April. Most popular baits, lures, jigs and flies can produce good fishing. Wipers also start to get active and typically seek out the warmest water in the shallows. For wipers, use lures and flies that imitate shiners and crayfish. As the spring progresses into May, trout feed actively on the surface (early and late), while moving into deeper water during the day. Smallmouth bass will also get more active in later spring, while wipers become more nocturnal. Reported by: Utah D.W.R |
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- Rainbow Trout
- Smallmouth Bass
- Cutthroat Trout
- Wiper
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About: -
Newcastle Reservoir is located about 30 miles west of Cedar City. The reservoir covers 224 acres at an elevation of 5,980 feet. The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources owns a 500-acre-foot conservation pool that protects the fishery during dry years. Shoreline access is open to the public and a paved boat ramp is available.
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