Sevier River Fly Fishing

The streams and rivers in Circle Valley are on an aggressive come back with much thanks to the generosity of some local residents and the Department of Natural Resources. Several miles of the East Fork of the Sevier have been set aside as Blue Ribbon Fishing Areas.This area provides some of the best fly fishing around.

East Fork of The Sevier in Black Canyon

East Fork of The Sevier in Black Canyon. This portion of the East Fork is home to large numbers of Brown trout, some Rainbows and an occasional Cutthroat Trout. Some areas of this 4 mile stretch of water are posted artificial fly and lure only. Flows from run off end sooner on this section of the river than others in the area, combine that and the large numbers of fish makes this area a key destination for early Summer fly fishers. Being a newly designated Blue Ribbon Fishery you can see from the photos how the natural flora has been allowed to return. Notice the undercut banks and overhanging branches.

East Fork of the Sevier at Osiris Mill

The East Fork of the Sevier at Osiris Mill. The East Fork of the Sevier in this area is a Brown trout fishery, with an excellent chance for a large Brown. Wading is more difficult here, but if you are up to the challenge the rewards are worth it.

East Fork of the Sevier in Kingston Canyon

The East Fork of the Sevier in Kingston Canyon is the home of large Brown trout. This spans almost 4 miles and is newly declared Blue Ribbon stream. Through the generosity of area land owners and the Department of Wildlife Resources, this area is being returned to its natural habitat. It still has a ways to go but it is on the return. In the near future this stream and the East Fork in Black Canyon will be designated artificial fly and lure only.

Main stem of the Sevier in Marysvale Canyon

The main stem of the Sevier in Marysvale Canyon is my favorite fishery in the Circle Valley area. Low flows in early Spring, Fall and Winter make this an exceptional fishery. Large boulders, undercut banks and overhanging trees and foliage make this a classic example of the perfect trout stream. It is populated with German Browns and Rainbows that are fat and feisty. When flows pick up late in the Spring and Summer it causes the water to cut deep into the banks, building refuge for some of the largest Brown trout in Southern Utah. This section of the river runs parallel to Hwy 89 through the canyon, making this a perfect fishery for fly fishers with only a weekend to fish. Pull-off areas dot the highway through the canyon with the river only a few feet off the road. On the east side of the river, a bicycle path runs more than five miles along the river, giving anyone on bike or walking complete access to this exceptional fishery. Primitive camping is also allowed in some areas of the canyon.