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Fishing in Payson, UT

Utah, United States

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Top fish species in Payson

Rainbow trout
Rainbow trout
Channel catfish
Channel catfish
White bass
White bass
Brown trout
Brown trout
Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

Utah Lake

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Channel catfish

Salem Lake

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Largemouth bass

Utah Lake

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Rainbow trout

Salem Lake

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Largemouth bass

Utah Lake

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Largemouth bass

Utah Lake

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Channel catfish

Salem Lake

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Salem Lake

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About Payson fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Payson, Utah. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 5,675 catches for Rainbow trout, 3,122 catches for Channel catfish, and 2,947 catches for White bass.

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Fishing regulations in Payson

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Utah can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of July 23, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Payson fishing

Anglers in Payson, UT recommend these top fishing spots: Utah Lake, Salem Lake, Wayne Bartholomew Family Park, Spring Lake, and Canyon View Park.
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