03-10-2014, 05:27 PM
Although I have fished for walleye in many locations, Utah lake is an enigma for me. 40 some odd years ago we fished at Lincoln beach and Bird Islands during the spring spawn. Lures of choice were thin fins and rapalas. Today you seldom see lures used except jig heads with grubs.
There are always many anglers on the lake in the spring and after the spawn it seems as though the majority moves on and walleye are largely forgotten. This might happen because other waters open up or simply because most of the spring walleye guys cant catch them after the spawn or both.
Utah Lake is a big shallow water and since the Spring Sucker was placed on the rare and endangered list little has been done to improve the fishery. There was a time in the early 70's when the DWR was capturing walleye, taking their eggs, hatching them and placing the fry back into the lake. That ended 40 years ago, but the walleye did not die off and the success each year with the fishing largely depends on water levels, etc. There is very little structure on UL and its a big water to search for moving fish and the summer fall season is largely forgotten by most.
With the carp removal program, the lake is starting to improve. The water is clearing, conditions are improving for pike and largemouth and we are beginning to see decent conditions for them. I hope things continue to improve because it is a much under utilized fishery. Those that know it, generally love it.
Deer Creek in your back yard, has a good population of walleye and there are individuals that post to this board that understand that fishery If they are willing to share what they know.
With your experience I believe that you will be successful in your efforts. I wish you success and perhaps I will have a chance to meet you on the lake. Good luck
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There are always many anglers on the lake in the spring and after the spawn it seems as though the majority moves on and walleye are largely forgotten. This might happen because other waters open up or simply because most of the spring walleye guys cant catch them after the spawn or both.
Utah Lake is a big shallow water and since the Spring Sucker was placed on the rare and endangered list little has been done to improve the fishery. There was a time in the early 70's when the DWR was capturing walleye, taking their eggs, hatching them and placing the fry back into the lake. That ended 40 years ago, but the walleye did not die off and the success each year with the fishing largely depends on water levels, etc. There is very little structure on UL and its a big water to search for moving fish and the summer fall season is largely forgotten by most.
With the carp removal program, the lake is starting to improve. The water is clearing, conditions are improving for pike and largemouth and we are beginning to see decent conditions for them. I hope things continue to improve because it is a much under utilized fishery. Those that know it, generally love it.
Deer Creek in your back yard, has a good population of walleye and there are individuals that post to this board that understand that fishery If they are willing to share what they know.
With your experience I believe that you will be successful in your efforts. I wish you success and perhaps I will have a chance to meet you on the lake. Good luck
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