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Desolation Lake

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Utah, United States

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Bonneville cutthroat trout

6 in · 2 oz

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Redside shiner

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Tiger trout

30 in · 11 lb

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General info

Desolation Lake is a lake located in Salt Lake County, Utah, United States. It is most popular for fishing Redside shiner, Bonneville cutthroat trout, and Tiger trout.

Location

40°39′34.6″N 111°36′9.1″W
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Fishing regulations at Desolation Lake, UT

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.

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FAQ about Desolation Lake fishing

Desolation Lake is a lake located in Salt Lake County, Utah, United States. Its coordinates are:
40°39′34.6″N 111°36′9.1″W
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