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East Canyon Reservoir Fishing Report

October 12, 2026 Fishing: Fair Loading live data…

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Fishing Report

Nothing new from the park on East Canyon. Last update was mid September with it about half full and the ramp down to one lane. There's no algae advisory posted. The big change is the cooler weather, which should help the trout bite pick up.

Smallmouth are still the most reliable fish. Work the rocky points and drop offs with tubes, Ned rigs and small swimbaits. Trout should be showing up shallower early and late. We haven't seen any fresh catch reports, so this is based on conditions and the season.

Hot Species

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Rainbow Trout

A widely stocked and naturally reproducing trout known for aggressive feeding, strong runs and its distinctive pink lateral stripe.

Brown Trout

A wary, aggressive trout recognized by its golden-brown body and dark spots. Larger browns often feed heavily on baitfish and are most active in low light.

Tiger Trout

A sterile hybrid of a brown trout and brook trout, recognized by its maze-like markings. Tiger trout are aggressive predators that readily chase flies and lures.

Smallmouth Bass

A hard-fighting warm-water predator commonly found around rocky shorelines, points and drop-offs. Smallmouth readily strike soft plastics, crankbaits and streamers.

Wiper

A powerful hybrid of striped bass and white bass known for explosive strikes and strong runs. Wiper often chase schools of baitfish in open water and near windblown points.

Kokanee Salmon

A landlocked sockeye salmon found in several Utah reservoirs. Kokanee travel in schools and are commonly targeted by trolling small dodgers, squids and spoons.

Black Crappie

A schooling panfish commonly found around submerged trees, docks and vegetation. Crappie readily strike small jigs, soft plastics and suspended presentations.

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