Consult the Utah State Parks website for boat ramp hours. Summer in Washington County means hot temperatures and lots of boat traffic. Luckily, Gunlock Reservoir sees much fewer boats than the other reservoirs, but even a few wake boats can make for choppy water. Paddle boards and kayaks are becoming increasingly popular here. Weekdays are still a good time to find quieter conditions at Gunlock. Warmwater species (largemouth bass, bluegill, and black crappie) are still active through the summer, but the heat and pleasure boaters make fishing a little more difficult. Many serious bass anglers will fish early and late, or even at night, to avoid these challenges. If fishing at night, make sure to check with state park staff for proper user fees. Bass will often be found shallow (4-15 feet) during the summer while bluegill can be found suspended over deeper water. Crappie can be found in either area.