Fishing Report for Rockport Reservoir, Utah, Summit County
Prime Fishing Locations
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Rainbow Trout: Head to the northern shore near the buoy at GPS coordinates 40.7643° N, 111.4039° W for active rainbow trout.
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Smallmouth Bass: Target the rocky points on the eastern shore around GPS coordinates 40.7485° N, 111.3721° W for smallmouth bass activity.
Lure Recommendations
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Rainbow Trout: Try using Rooster Tail spinners in silver or rainbow patterns to entice rainbow trout near the surface.
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Smallmouth Bass: Opt for soft plastic crawfish imitations like the Yamamoto Senko in natural colors for smallmouth bass in rocky areas.
Access Points
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Northern Shore Entry: Accessible via Highway 32, park near the resort and follow the trail down to the northern shore for convenient angling opportunities.
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Eastern Shore Access: Drive to Echo Shores Campground and walk along the shore to reach the rocky points where smallmouth bass thrive.
Lake-Specific Fishing Insights
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Fish Stocking Schedule: Recent stocking of rainbow trout enhances catch rates, especially near the northern shore.
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Underwater Structure: Look for submerged logs and rocky outcrops on the eastern shore, ideal spots for smallmouth bass to hide and feed.
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Thermocline Depth: The thermocline at around 3.28 feet can influence fish behavior, so adjust lure depth accordingly for better results.
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