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Echo Reservoir Fishing Report

October 12, 2026 Fishing: Fair Loading live data…

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Fishing Report

Echo is still really low, right around 5,513 feet, and the outflow down the Weber is under 20 CFS. DEQ has an algae warning on Echo, last updated October 5, so no swimming and keep the dog out of the water.

The cooler, stormy weather should bring the trout up shallower in the mornings and evenings. Smallmouth are still on the rocky points and walleye are best at low light. We haven't seen any fresh catch reports this week, so this is based on conditions and the season. Call ahead on the ramp before you haul a boat up.

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.

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.

Walleye

A low-light predator commonly found near rocky points, drop-offs and deeper structure. Walleye are often targeted with jigs, crankbaits and slowly trolled presentations.

Yellow Perch

A schooling fish recognized by its yellow body and dark vertical bars. Yellow perch feed around vegetation and bottom structure and readily take small jigs and bait.

Black Crappie

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

Mountain Whitefish

A native cold-water fish found in Utah’s clean rivers and streams. Mountain whitefish feed heavily on aquatic insects and are commonly caught with small nymphs near the riverbed.

Cutthroat Trout

A native western trout recognized by the red-orange markings beneath its jaw. Cutthroat inhabit cold streams, mountain lakes and reservoirs and readily feed on aquatic insects and baitfish.

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