Causey Reservoir
lake in Utah
Known for clear waters and steep canyon walls, providing a beautiful backdrop for angling.
What's working on Causey Reservoir
- 01Mild fall temperatures around 60°F with clear skies at Causey Reservoir.
- 02Subsurface fishing for trout and muskie is the primary focus in cooler waters.
- 03Midge pupae, larvae, leeches, scuds, and egg patterns are crucial subsurface offerings for trout.
- 04Tiger Muskie are actively hunting baitfish and larger invertebrates to prepare for winter.
- 05Limited PMD dry fly activity may occur on warmer afternoons for opportunistic trout.
Past reports week by week
1 weeksWhat to tie on
Picked from reports, hatches and the season. Tap a fly for the recipe and where else it works.
Muskie Fly
Fall is prime time for muskie in large lakes like Causey Reservoir, as they actively hunt baitfish to bulk up for winter.
Game Changer (Perch)
Large baitfish imitations like the Game Changer are excellent for targeting aggressive predatory fish, including Tiger Muskie and larger trout, as they feed on available perch and baitfish in Causey Reservoir during the fall.
Balanced Leech (Black)
Leeches are a staple forage for predatory fish in stillwaters year-round. This pattern is highly effective in Causey Reservoir, mimicking sluggish leeches that Cutthroat, Tiger Trout, and Tiger Muskie will readily prey upon in cooler fall waters.
Mysis Shrimp (Nymph)
As a large reservoir, Mysis shrimp are a consistent and important food source for trout. Fishing this pattern dead drift near the bottom of Causey Reservoir can be highly effective for subsurface feeding Cutthroat and Tiger Trout in the fall.
Red Zebra Midge
Midges, especially blood midge variations, are a primary food source in reservoirs as fall progresses towards winter. This red pattern can be a key trigger for Cutthroat and Tiger Trout in Causey Reservoir.
Glo Bug
Fall is prime egg season as various trout species begin to spawn. Glo Bugs are highly effective for Cutthroat and Tiger Trout keying into these protein-rich food sources in Causey Reservoir.
Buy at AmazonDragonfly Nymph (Olive)
Large dragonfly nymphs are a substantial and consistent food source for cruising trout in lakes throughout fall. Stripping this pattern slowly along weed edges in Causey Reservoir can entice strikes from Cutthroat and Tiger Trout.
PMD (Pale Morning Duns)
While major hatches are waning, Pale Morning Duns can still hatch on warmer fall afternoons, providing opportunistic Cutthroat and Tiger Trout in Causey Reservoir a chance to feed on the surface.
Where to fish and who to ask
Causey Dam Area
Access near the dam for launching float tubes or shore fishing.
Middle Inlet
Where small tributaries enter, often good for cruising trout.
Skullcrack Canyon Arm
Popular area for muskie and trout, best fished by boat or float tube.
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Quick answers
Common questions about Causey Reservoir.
What flies work best on Causey Reservoir?
Our top scored fly patterns for Causey Reservoir right now are Muskie Fly (90% confidence), Game Changer (Perch) (90% confidence), Balanced Leech (Black) (85% confidence). These picks are scored from recent fishing reports, hatch data, and seasonal patterns.
What fish species are in Causey Reservoir?
Causey Reservoir holds Tiger Muskie, Cutthroat Trout, Tiger Trout. See the species links on this page for fly recommendations and seasonal behavior for each.
Is Causey Reservoir fishing well right now?
We publish a fresh bite report for Causey Reservoir each week based on recent on-the-water intel. The current report — with conditions, hatches, and what's producing — is on this page.