Utah Lakes Adjust Fishing Limits | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Utah’s facing a severe drought that’s dropping water levels in seven lakes and reservoirs, prompting wildlife officials to slash daily catch limits to prevent wasted fish. With some bodies of water being drained for construction and others shrinking from dry conditions, anglers now have more fish to catch—temporarily—before the water disappears. Changes kick in immediately, running through October (or year-end for a few), with adjusted limits at Pineview for bass and tiger muskie, and spearfishing now allowed at Red Creek. All other rules still apply—so grab your gear and hit the water while…