Southeast Utah Water Recreation
Prior to fishing at these lakes, make sure that you have the appropriate licenses and are familiar with the governing agency's fishing regulations for that particular lake.
Utah Regulations
Utah Division of Wildlife Resources
Southeastern Region
319 N Carbonville Rd, Suite A,
Price, UT 84501
(435) 613-3700
➠ wildlife.utah.gov
Recapture Reservoir (Map #2)
Located north of Blanding, UT, Recapture Reservoir is a hidden little treasure which lies in the shadows of the Abajo Mountains. Built in the 1980s, Recapture Reservoir filled Recapture Wash which used to have a lumber mill located in the valley.
Small water craft and fishing.
Boat ramps are located on the east and west sides which were the original Hwy 191. Dispersed camping, no facilities.
The nearest camping facility, Devil's Canyon Campground, is located approximately 4.5 miles north off of US 191. Devil's Canyon Campground has drinking water and vault toilets are available. User fees are charged.
A valid fishing license required from Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.
This reservoir is stocked with northern pike, largemouth bass, black bullhead and green sunfish.
A mercury consumption advisory is in place for largemouth bass and black bullhead at Recapture Reservoir.
319 N Carbonville Rd, Suite A
Price, UT 84501
(435) 613-3700
➠ wildlife.utah.gov
Activities
Facilities
The nearest camping facility, Devil's Canyon Campground, is located approximately 4.5 miles north off of US 191. Devil's Canyon Campground has drinking water and vault toilets are available. User fees are charged.
Fees
No lake use fees required.A valid fishing license required from Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.
Fishing
A mercury consumption advisory is in place for largemouth bass and black bullhead at Recapture Reservoir.
Fishing License
Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, Southeastern Region319 N Carbonville Rd, Suite A
Price, UT 84501
(435) 613-3700
➠ wildlife.utah.gov
