Guide To Fishing At Deer Creek Reservoir

AKA: Deer Creek Lake

Blessed with a nice mix of fish species, Deer Creek Reservoir is a 3,000-acre lake in the northeast corner of the state, at Charleston. It is six miles long with eighteen miles of shoreline.

Most of the time, fishing can range from good to very good for bass, trout, walleye and perch. Fishing from the bank can be good around the lake most anywhere anglers can find access. In winter, ice fishing can be good for walleye, perch, crappie and trout. Boating access is available at Deer Creek State Park on the south end of the lake, and at Deer Creek Island Resort on the east side.

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, brown trout, bluegill and yellow perch at Deer Creek Reservoir in Utah.

Primary fish species residing in Deer Creek Reservoir

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Deer Creek Reservoir Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Fishing Boat Rentals

Deer Creek Cove Marina
Rentals: Fishing boats, kayaks and canoes
435 654-2155

Deer Creek Island Resort
Rentals: Fishing boats, kayaks, canoes and pontoon boats
435 654-2155

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Island Beach Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off US Highway 189, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

Sunday Canyon Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the south side of the lake, off State Route 314, this is a five-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Great Horned Owl Campground - 435 654-0171

Deer Creek Reservoir UT Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

Lake Video

Contact Information

Deer Creek Reservoir
Deer Creek State Park
UT-314
Wallsburg, UT 84082
435 654-0171

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