Logan River
The Logan River in Logan Canyon, Utah is a roadside Gold Medal trout stream with browns in the lower river and native cutthroat higher up.
- 72 miRiver length
- Jun–AugBest season
- 5Game fish
- 147Access points
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About the Logan
The Logan River runs through Logan Canyon in northern Utah. Highway 89 follows the river, so access is easy for about 30 miles. It is Gold Medal water and one of the best known trout streams in the state.
The river is managed in sections. The lower river below the dams is stocked for easy family fishing. The middle sections are managed for wild brown trout. The upper reaches hold native cutthroats.
The Logan holds brown trout, brook trout, cutthroat, Bonneville cutthroat and mountain whitefish.
The Mother's Day caddis and the green drake hatch are the famous events. Pale morning duns, hoppers and other summer bugs fill the season. June through August is the main window.
Some sections close to protect spawning cutthroat. Check current Utah Division of Wildlife Resources regulations before you go.
Cache Highline Canal near Logan, Utah
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Nearby gages
- Bear River at Idaho-Utah State Line17.4 mi away Not reporting USGS 10092700
- Little Bear River at Paradise, UT17.6 mi away Not reporting USGS 10105900
- Bear River near Corinne, UT25.3 mi away Not reporting USGS 10126000
- Big Creek near Randolph, UT27.8 mi away Not reporting USGS 10023000
- South Fork Ogden River near Huntsville, UT37.5 mi away Not reporting USGS 10137500
- Bear River below Pixley Dam, near Cokeville, WY38.8 mi away Not reporting USGS 10028500
- Ogden River below Pineview Reservoir near Huntsville, UT39.0 mi away Not reporting USGS 10140100
- Weber River near Plain City, UT41.4 mi away Not reporting USGS 10141000
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Tips for fishing the Logan
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Match the section
The lower river is easy and stocked. The upper river is better for native cutthroat.
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Time the caddis and drakes
Mother's Day caddis and green drakes are the main events. Ask a Logan shop for timing.
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Wait for runoff
Spring runoff can make the river hard to fish. June is usually when it gets easier.
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Check closures
Some stretches close for spawning cutthroat. Look at the rules first.
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Use the road
Highway 89 gives lots of pullouts. Move around to find water with space.
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Logan River FAQ
When is the best time to fish the Logan River in Utah?
June through August is the main window. The Mother's Day caddis and green drake hatches are well known.
Where can I fish the Logan River near Logan?
Highway 89 follows the river through Logan Canyon. Third Dam is near the lower end of the cutthroat range. Blacksmith Fork and the Bear River are nearby.
Can you wade the Logan River?
Yes. It is a good river for wading, especially once runoff drops.
What flies work on the Logan River?
Elk Hair Caddis, Green Drake patterns, Rainbow Warrior nymphs and Pheasant Tails are classics. The FlyFishFinder app shows what is hatching and working today.
What fish are in the Logan River?
The river holds brown trout, brook trout, cutthroat, Bonneville cutthroat and mountain whitefish.
Are there special rules on the Logan River?
Yes. Some sections have special rules or closures. Check current Utah Division of Wildlife Resources regulations.
