Birch Creek Reservoir - Woodruff, UT

Lake Information

Fish Species: Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Trout
Birch Creek Reservoir near Woodruff, UT, is a 75-acre high-elevation trout lake popular with anglers looking for quiet water and quality fish. Rainbow trout are the primary target and average 12–16 inches, caught using bait near the dam or small spinners along the shore.

Tiger trout are stocked and offer exciting action for those casting streamers or trolling small crankbaits. They hold near drop-offs and structure. Brook trout are an occasional catch, especially during cool-weather periods.

Boaters and float tubers have an edge in reaching deeper water, but shore fishing remains productive throughout the season. Ice fishing is solid in winter, with jigs and mealworms catching fish in deeper areas.

Access is seasonal—roads may be closed during snow season. Camping is primitive, and there are no developed amenities.

For anglers who enjoy mountain solitude, minimal competition, and productive trout action, Birch Creek Reservoir is a dependable destination.




Latest Fish Plants

Plant DateSpeciesSource# of Fish
6-10-2024Tiger TroutUTDNR504
6-10-2024Rainbow TroutUTDNR20090
6-10-2024Rainbow TroutUTDNR538
6-19-2023Tiger TroutUTDNR510
6-19-2023Rainbow TroutUTDNR20022


Latest Fish Reports

Date Report Author
3-26-2015 Birch Creek Reservoir Fish Report
The ice on the reservoir was unstable... more »
Utah Division of Wildlife
3-19-2015 Birch Creek Reservoir Fish Report
There weren't many anglers fishing the reservoir when... more »
Utah Division of Wildlife
3-12-2015 Birch Creek Reservoir Fish Report
There weren't many anglers fishing the reservoir when... more »
Utah Division of Wildlife
3-6-2015 Birch Creek Reservoir Fish Report
We last checked the reservoir on March 3.... more »
Utah Division of Wildlife
2-26-2015 Birch Creek Reservoir Fish Report
Fishing is good for cutthroat trout and... more »
Utah Division of Wildlife

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