Fishing at Whiskey Island Lake, Summit County, Utah

• Overview

  Whiskey Island Lake falls in Summit County, part of Utah. It sits at 10,335 feet above sea level. The water measures roughly 5 acres, so nothing here is far from anything else. Oakley lies 21 miles from the water. After that come Kamas at 21 miles and Francis at 22 miles. Others within reach: Teal Lake at 1.4 miles, Cuberant Lake a shade over 1.6 miles, Sand Lake at 1.6 miles, Bourbon Lake a shade over 1.7 miles and Fish Lake at 1.7 miles. One jurisdiction covers this water end to end.

• Where to Fish on Whiskey Island Lake

  Our records carry no depth, so judge it from the bank. Bays and points beat straight shoreline every time on water like this. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. Species logged across Summit County include brown trout, rainbow trout, cutthroat trout and brook trout. The county figures include rivers and lakes alike. At Whiskey Island Lake light and wind decide more than tackle does.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Climate records put July near 55°F and December near 20°F. Four clear seasons, with a proper winter at one end. The lid usually sets by midwinter and gives way around late May. Ice clears near late May and comes back about mid November in a typical year. The strong weeks are the first after break-up and the last before the freeze. Plan around that when you fish Whiskey Island Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. Public mapping records no formal access here, so plan for a walk and soft ground. Trout here take small spinners, spoons and, where fly water allows, a nymph or dry. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Night access is frequently treated as a separate matter. Teal Lake at 1.4 miles is the sensible second choice. For Whiskey Island Lake in particular, ask before you travel.