Hole-in-the-Wall Reservoir Fishing in Juab County, Utah

• Overview

  Hole-in-the-Wall Reservoir is a Juab County water, in Utah. Height above sea level is 5,023 feet. At about 33 acres, a day is enough to walk the shoreline properly. By elevation it sits in the lower part of our Utah listings. Nearest town is McGill, 60 miles off. Then Delta, 64 miles, and Ely, 69 miles. One jurisdiction covers this water end to end.

• Where to Fish on Hole-in-the-Wall Reservoir

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. Standing timber shows when the level drops, and fish sit against it. Fish documented in Juab County include Utah chub, redside shiner and speckled dace. The list covers the county rather than this water alone, so treat it as a guide. On Hole-in-the-Wall Reservoir a short move beats a long cast.

• Seasonal Patterns

  In an average year July sits at 76°F and January at 29°F. The swings are modest, so patterns change slowly. Hard water here is never dependable, so check for yourself before stepping out. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. Time your trip to Hole-in-the-Wall Reservoir by conditions rather than dates.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. Mapping shows an empty shoreline: no ramp, no jetty, no marked entry. One rod, a handful of hooks and floats, and a few small lures are enough for this water. Sort the permit out before you load the car. Signs go up and come down, so check on the day. Mud Lake Reservoir sits 8 miles off and takes the overflow. Check the current arrangement for Hole-in-the-Wall Reservoir.