Fishing Smith Family Park Pond – A Local Favorite for Utah Anglers | Outdoors with Andrew 🎣 Fishing Smith Family Park Pond – A Local Favorite for Utah Anglers Smith Family Park Pond in Farr West, Utah, has become one of my favorite quick stops for trout fishing — especially when Willard Bay isn’t producing. As one of Utah’s designated community fisheries , it’s stocked regularly with rainbow trout and offers an easy, family-friendly spot to relax, unwind, and catch a few fish. Because it’s a community fishery, the daily limit is two fish per angler , so it’s a great place to bring kids or test out new tackle without overharvesting. You can check the most recent trout stocking updates anytime on the Utah DWR Fish Stocking Report page. 🐟 My Latest Trip On my most recent visit, my brother and I set up along the bank and found the trout willing to bite on Garlic PowerBait and a white Sakana mini tube tipped with pink PowerEggs . The pond can be a bit uneven along th...

2nd Annual Utah Black Friday Trout Tournament | Outdoors with Andrew 🎣 2nd Annual Utah Black Friday Trout Tournament 🎣 Date: November 28, 2025 Time: 6 AM – 6 PM Location: Any public water body in Utah The Utah Black Friday Trout Tournament is back for its second year — bigger and better! Hosted by Outdoors with Andrew , this statewide fishing competition is perfect for anglers of all ages who want to enjoy trout fishing in Utah public waters, win prizes, and support local tackle makers. Whether you’re an experienced angler or just getting started, this is a fun, affordable way to get outdoors after Thanksgiving and compete for some amazing prizes. 💰 Registration Register now through the FishDonkey app — search for “Utah Black Friday Trout Tournament” . Adults: $30 (includes $5 FishDonkey fee — $25 goes to prize pot) Youth 16 & Under: $10 (includes $5 FishDonkey fee — $5 goes to prize pot) ...

Surprise Wiper at Garden City Community Fishery 🎣 | Outdoors with Andrew 🎣 Surprise Wiper at Garden City Community Fishery It felt great to finally get back out fishing after my accident — and this trip brought a big surprise! I stopped by the Garden City Community Fishery , which is usually stocked with Trout throughout the year and gets a small number of Wiper (under 500) during the summer. Catching one in October was definitely unexpected. For this trip, I was using my Dock Runner setup with a silver Kastmaster , and it didn’t take long before I was into some action. Along with the Wiper, I also managed to land a few nice Rainbow Trout . Garden City’s pond is a great little community fishery for all ages, offering easy access and plenty of opportunity for a quick bite — especially if you’re looking to get out and fish close to town. 🎥 Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/WbwcIsKTOIs 🎣 Tackle I Use: Sakana Baits SI Flies (Simcoe Bugs)

🎣 Pioneer Park Pond – Brigham City Community Fishery Pioneer Park Pond in Brigham City is one of Utah’s true community-fisheries: accessible, stocked regularly, and open for anglers of all ages and skill levels. With a daily limit of 2 fish per person , it’s designed to keep the action steady for everyone. The species you’ll encounter: Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Rainbow Trout , and occasionally Wipers (hybrid striped bass). Whether you’re introducing kids to fishing or chasing your own personal best, Pioneer Park gives you options. 🎥 Watch the Action Short: Rainbow Trout & Bluegill at Pioneer Park Pond Video: Using My Ice Rod on the Way Home from Ice Fishing Video: Summer Fishing at Pioneer Park Pond 📍 Why Fish Pioneer Park? Stocked regularly with Rainbow Trout and other species, making it ideal for families and casual outings. Multiple species mean versatility— bluegill for kids , bass for fun fights, and catfish/wipers for bigger exci...

🎣 Cutler Reservoir Fishing – Bass, Catfish, and Carp in Cache Valley Cutler Reservoir, located on the Bear River in Cache Valley, Utah, is one of the state’s most underrated warm-water fisheries. It’s home to Largemouth & Smallmouth Bass , Channel Catfish , Common Carp , and a mix of panfish. With shallow water and abundant cover, it offers a fun challenge for anglers who enjoy variety and don’t mind a bit of mud. 🎥 Watch My Cutler Fishing Adventures Trip 1 – Exploring Cutler Reservoir Trip 2 – Bass and Catfish Action Trip 3 – Carp Fishing Fun Trip 4 – Summer Warm-Water Bite 🪱 My Experience at Cutler I mainly fish Cutler for bass, catfish, and carp . It’s a place where every cast can bring something different. The bass hang near structure, catfish feed deep or in slow channels, and the carp put up some of the best fights you’ll find in northern Utah. ⚠️ Know Before You Go Check the Utah Fishing Guidebook for current limits and rules. As of publicat...

Ice Fishing 2025: Scofield, Mantua & Strawberry Reservoirs Utah’s ice fishing season never disappoints, and 2025 was no exception! This winter I made it out on three memorable trips—starting the year off at Scofield Reservoir , then heading to Mantua in late February, and wrapping things up with an early March outing at Strawberry Reservoir . Each of these lakes offered a different experience: from fast trout action at Scofield to panfish and perch at Mantua, and finally, the hard-fighting cutthroat at Strawberry. These are some of my favorite ice trips I’ve ever filmed, and I’m excited to share the full videos below. Scofield Reservoir – New Year’s Day Ice Fishing Mantua Reservoir – Late February Action Strawberry Reservoir – Early March Ice Fishing Utah’s frozen lakes are some of the most exciting places to fish during the winter months. Whether you’re chasing rainbow trout, cutthroat, or perch, these destinations always deliver. 🎣 Tackle I Use: • Sakana Ba...

Fishery Spotlight: Mantua Reservoir, Utah Located in Box Elder County, Mantua Reservoir is one of northern Utah’s hidden gems for multi-species angling. From Rainbow Trout to Bluegill , Perch , and even occasional Catfish , Mantua offers a well-rounded fishing experience. As of 2025, the state applies general possession limits at Mantua (check the Utah guidebook for current regulations). 🎥 Recent Trips at Mantua Video 1 — Mantua Fishing Trip Video 2 — Mantua Catch & Release Video 3 — Mantua Trout Action Video 4 — Mantua Reservoir Day Video 5 — Mantua Reservoir Fishing 🛶 Why Mantua Stands Out Mantua is a compact, accessible mountain reservoir that supports a diverse fishery. According to reports, anglers commonly catch Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill , and Yellow Perch here. [oai_citation:0‡Fishbrain](https://fishbrain.com/fishing-waters/dAFJsnY1/mantua-reservoir?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Some of the best places to target are the two large bays ...