Wide Hollow Reservoir - Escalante, Utah
Lake Information
| Fish Species: | Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Green Sunfish, Tiger Trout |
Wide Hollow Reservoir near Escalante is a compact 25-acre fishery stocked with rainbow trout and home to summertime bluegill. It’s an excellent stop for families and beginner anglers.
Trout average 10–14 inches and bite actively in spring and fall using PowerBait, worms, or small fly patterns. Bluegill provide light-tackle fun during warmer months around shore vegetation.
The pond includes a kayak launch, restrooms, and picnic spots. Gas motors are prohibited—only electric or paddlecraft are permitted.
By midsummer, thick weeds can slow action, pushing anglers to fish morning and evening. Water warms quickly during the day, so cooler seasons and early hours yield the best trout results.
For accessible, no-pressure fishing in a desert setting, Wide Hollow offers value and enjoyment with minimal effort.
Trout average 10–14 inches and bite actively in spring and fall using PowerBait, worms, or small fly patterns. Bluegill provide light-tackle fun during warmer months around shore vegetation.
The pond includes a kayak launch, restrooms, and picnic spots. Gas motors are prohibited—only electric or paddlecraft are permitted.
By midsummer, thick weeds can slow action, pushing anglers to fish morning and evening. Water warms quickly during the day, so cooler seasons and early hours yield the best trout results.
For accessible, no-pressure fishing in a desert setting, Wide Hollow offers value and enjoyment with minimal effort.
Latest Fish Plants
| Plant Date | Species | Source | Total Pounds |
| 10-21-2025 | Tiger Trout | UTDNR | |
| 10-02-2024 | Rainbow Trout | UTDNR | |
| 10-01-2024 | Rainbow Trout | UTDNR | |
| 6-19-2024 | Tiger Trout | UTDNR | |
| 10-09-2023 | Rainbow Trout | UTDNR |
Latest Fish Reports
| Date | Report | Author |
| 11-10-2025 | Wide Hollow Reservoir Fishing Forecast Rainbow trout are stocked annually in the fall... more » |
Utah Division of Wildlife |
| 8-19-2025 | Fishing for largemouth bass and bluegill will continue to be good through the fall Fishing forecast (September through November): Rainbow trout will... more » |
Utah Division of Wildlife |
| 5-27-2025 | Fishing can be good to excellent Trout fishing slows down in the summer as... more » |
Utah Division of Wildlife |
| 11-21-2024 | During cold winters, Wide Hollow Reservoir can cap with safe ice and provide good ice fishing for rainbow trout Fishing forecast (December through February): Rainbow trout are... more » |
Utah Division of Wildlife |
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