Bear Lake - Garden City , UT

Lake Information
Surface Area: | 109 acres |
Elevation: | 5904 ft. |
Fish Species: | Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Mackinaw Trout, Common Carp, Mountain Whitefish, Yellow Perch |
Bear Lake is Utah’s largest natural lake and home to the native Bear Lake cutthroat trout. These 18–24 inch fish are targeted by trolling spoons and plugs 15–50 feet deep. Spring and fall are top seasons.
The lake also holds endemic whitefish and Bonneville cisco, especially active in winter. Cisco runs in January allow dipnetting. Whitefish are jigged up in deeper water, often during ice fishing season.
Rainbows are stocked but uncommon. Lake trout exist in small numbers and are caught by deep trolling.
The lake features marinas, boat rentals, and nearby towns like Garden City for lodging and supplies. High winds can rise suddenly, making boating risky without preparation.
Bear Lake offers a scenic, challenging fishery with rare species and vast waters, perfect for experienced anglers looking for a unique trip.
The lake also holds endemic whitefish and Bonneville cisco, especially active in winter. Cisco runs in January allow dipnetting. Whitefish are jigged up in deeper water, often during ice fishing season.
Rainbows are stocked but uncommon. Lake trout exist in small numbers and are caught by deep trolling.
The lake features marinas, boat rentals, and nearby towns like Garden City for lodging and supplies. High winds can rise suddenly, making boating risky without preparation.
Bear Lake offers a scenic, challenging fishery with rare species and vast waters, perfect for experienced anglers looking for a unique trip.
Latest Fish Plants
Plant Date | Species | Source | # of Fish |
5-21-2025 | Cutthroat Trout | UTDNR | 7138 |
11-13-2024 | Mackinaw Trout | UTDNR | 15187 |
7-15-2024 | Rainbow Trout | UTDNR | 100 |
5-01-2024 | Cutthroat Trout | UTDNR | 5716 |
4-30-2024 | Cutthroat Trout | UTDNR | 101384 |
Latest Fish Reports
Date | Report | Author |
9-22-2025 | Bear Lake Fishing Report BEAR LAKE and BEAR LAKE STATE PARK Conditions,... more » |
Bear Lake State Park |
9-8-2025 | Bear Lake Conditions Report WATER (LAKE) TEMPERATURE: Lake Temperature: @ 70.0 degrees as... more » |
Bear Lake State Park |
8-26-2025 | Fishing has improved the past week and will pick up even more as we head into fall Fishing forecast (September through November): On Aug. 25,... more » |
Utah Division of Wildlife |
7-28-2025 | Bear Lake Conditions Report WATER (LAKE) TEMPERATURE: Lake Temperature: @ 72.0 degrees as... more » |
Bear Lake State Park |
7-14-2025 | Bear Lake Report WATER (LAKE) TEMPERATURE: Lake Temperature: @ 71.8 degrees as... more » |
Bear Lake State Park |
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