Strawberry River
Fly fishing the Strawberry River in Utah below Soldier Creek Dam, with brown and rainbow trout, mountain whitefish and summer hatches.
- 117 miRiver length
- 3Game fish
- 26Access points
In the FlyFishFinder appAbout the Strawberry
The Strawberry River begins below Strawberry Reservoir and winds through a steep canyon toward Duchesne. The water below Soldier Creek Dam is the section most fly anglers think of. Parking is near the dam and the walk downstream is on foot.
The fish are brown trout, rainbow trout and mountain whitefish. The river fishes best in summer after spring runoff has cleared, since Soldier Creek is wide and big water early in the season.
Wading is the way to fish here. Pale morning duns, caddis and midges are the main hatches, and hoppers come on along the canyon edges as summer goes on. Streamers pull bigger fish.
Nearby streams like Currant Creek, Deep Creek and the West Fork of the Duchesne give anglers backup water.
This stretch has had artificial fly and lure restrictions and seasonal openings. Check the current Utah Division of Wildlife Resources regulations before you fish.
Strawberry River at Pinnacles near Fruitland, UT
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Nearby gages
- Currant Creek near Fruitland, UT2.4 mi away Not reporting USGS 09288000
- Duchesne River near Tabiona, UT16.3 mi away Not reporting USGS 09277500
- Sixth Water Creek above Syar Tun near Springville, UT23.8 mi away Not reporting USGS 10149000
- Rock Creek near Mountain Home, UT26.5 mi away Not reporting USGS 09279000
- Diamond Fork above Red Hollow near Thistle, UT28.0 mi away Not reporting USGS 10149400
- Provo River near Woodland, UT30.4 mi away Not reporting USGS 10154200
- Yellowstone River near Altonah, UT36.1 mi away Not reporting USGS 09292500
- Spanish Fork at Castilla, UT36.9 mi away Not reporting USGS 10150500
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Tips for fishing the Strawberry
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Wait out runoff
Soldier Creek runs big in spring. Summer is the best window.
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Hike in
Access below the dam is on foot. A short walk puts you away from the parking area.
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Fish PMD and caddis hatches
Mornings and evenings are when emergers and dries do their best work.
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Swing a streamer
A streamer moved through deep runs finds the bigger browns.
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Check the season dates
Openings and gear rules here have changed over the years. Confirm before you drive out.
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Strawberry River FAQ
What is the best time to fly fish the Strawberry River in Utah?
Summer, after runoff has dropped and cleared.
Where can I fish the Strawberry River?
Below Soldier Creek Dam is the best known spot. The app map shows mapped access points along the river.
Can you wade the Strawberry River?
Yes. Most anglers wade, and access below the dam is by foot.
What flies work on the Strawberry River?
Pale morning dun emergers and dries, caddis patterns and streamers. The FlyFishFinder app shows what is hatching and working on the Strawberry River today.
What fish are in the Strawberry River?
Brown trout, rainbow trout and mountain whitefish.
Are there special rules on the Strawberry River?
Yes, often. Gear rules and season dates apply on parts of this river. Check the current Utah regulations before you go.
