Fishing Report November 3rd-9th

Northern Utah Fishing Report | November 3–9, 2025

The first full week of November brings crisp mornings and cooler water temperatures across Northern Utah. Most lakes have slowed a bit, but trout are feeding heavily before winter lock-up, and rivers are offering some of the most rewarding fishing of the season. Layer up, watch your step on icy banks, and take advantage of these last few weeks of open-water action.

Echo Reservoir

Echo has been steady for anglers targeting trout from shore and small watercraft. With surface temps dipping into the mid-40s, fish are cruising shallower water looking for easy meals.
Water Conditions: Clear with light chop; water temps around 45°F.
What’s Working: Kastmasters, spoons, and small jerkbaits for spin anglers; balanced leeches and midges under indicators for fly fishers.
Best Times: Late morning as the sun warms the water.
Species: Rainbow trout, brown trout, and perch.

Pro Tip: Focus on rocky coves and points — trout are following baitfish schools close to shore.

Provo River

The Provo is fishing extremely well this week. Cooler temps and steady flows are keeping fish active, and blue-winged olive hatches are still popping mid-day on overcast days.
Flows & Conditions: Clear and stable; perfect for nymphing and light dry fly work.
What’s Working: Size 18–22 BWO dries, small pheasant tails, sow bugs, and midge patterns. Streamers are turning big browns in deeper runs.
Best Times: Late morning to early afternoon.
Species: Brown and rainbow trout.

Pro Tip: Dead-drift your nymphs naturally and keep your indicators subtle — these fish have seen plenty of pressure this season.

Pineview Reservoir

Fishing at Pineview has slowed a bit, but patient anglers are still finding success for crappie, perch, and the occasional tiger muskie. Cooler temps have fish holding deeper, but the bite can still turn on during mid-day warmups.
Water Conditions: Slightly stained with falling temps around 48°F.
What’s Working: Small jigs, curly tail grubs, and blade baits worked near structure. Fly anglers can try small streamers or balanced leeches.
Best Times: Midday when the sun hits the water.
Species: Crappie, perch, tiger muskie.

Pro Tip: Use electronics or shore-cast near submerged trees and docks — fish are schooling tighter as the lake cools.

Ogden River (South Fork)

The Ogden continues to fish well into November, offering great nymphing and dry-fly opportunities for those willing to brave the chill.
Flows & Conditions: Low and clear; water temps in the low 40s.
What’s Working: Small midge patterns, zebra midges, BWO emergers, and olive streamers.
Best Times: Midday through early afternoon when bugs are most active.
Species: Brown trout, rainbow trout.

Pro Tip: Approach with stealth — low, clear water makes fish skittish. Lighter tippet (6x) and smaller flies will make the difference.

Final Thoughts

November in Northern Utah means light crowds, active trout, and crisp, quiet mornings on the water. Echo and Pineview are great for anglers looking for stillwater options, while the Provo and Ogden Rivers are prime for fly fishing before winter sets in.

Stop by Angler’s Den in Roy, Utah before you head out — our team has the flies, lures, and local updates that are working right now. Whether you’re tying on your first midge or chasing your personal-best brown, we’ll help you get dialed in for late fall fishing success.