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Deer Creek sits in the Heber Valley below Mount Timpanogos, with rainbows, browns, walleye and perch, and the Lower Provo flows out of it.
Looking for the latest Deer Creek Reservoir river report? This page is updated by the AvidMax fly shop team with live flows, current conditions, hatches and the flies working now on the Deer Creek Reservoir.
Water level
There is no public daily water level gauge for Deer Creek Reservoir that we can show here. Check with the managing agency or a local shop for the latest.
Wind forecast
Deer Creek Reservoir fishing report
Updated November 7, 2026.
The reservoir is drawn down for fall and the water is cold.
Fish the inlet near Charleston, where trout gather in the fall, with leeches and small streamers.
Stocking report
See the Utah DWR fish stocking report for the latest stocking at Deer Creek Reservoir and other Utah waters.
Load your fly box
Before you head to Deer Creek Reservoir, bring: Woolly Bugger #6-10, Mini Leech #8-10, Zebra Midge #16-18, Clouser Minnow #4-6, RS2 Emerger #18-22, JuJu Baetis #18-22, Pheasant Tail Nymph #16-20, Black Beauty #20-24, Egg #14-16.
Flies working right now
The flies above that we have in stock right now.
Deer Creek Reservoir lake details
| Access | Deer Creek State Park and pullouts along US-189. |
|---|---|
| Elevation | About 5,400 ft |
| Nearest town | Heber City, Utah |
| Best season | Spring and fall |
| Fish | Rainbows, browns, walleye, perch and smallmouth |
| Regulations | Check the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources fishing guidebook for current rules. A Utah fishing license is required for anglers 12 and older. |
| Leaders and tippet | 9 ft leaders, 4X tippet |
| Ice fishing | Some ice fishing in cold winters. |
| Camping | Deer Creek State Park campgrounds |
| Kids | Yes. Easy shore access. |
| Good to know | Afternoon canyon winds are strong. |
Fishing by season
Winter
Ice in cold winters.
Spring
Ice-off trout.
Summer
Walleye and smallmouth.
Fall
Trout near the inlet.
How to get there
From Heber City, take US-189 south to Deer Creek State Park.