Last modified: Wednesday, August 09, 2006
Scofield Reservoir
Location and description
The Scofield Reservoir turn-off lies about half way between Spanish Fork and Price on US-6. From the junction of US-6 and SR-96, travel in a southwest direction for approximately 12 miles. The reservoir is about 2,815 surface acres in size, and sits at an elevation of 7618 feet. Scofield receives a high amount of angler pressure.
Game fish species and methods
Scofield has rainbow and cutthroat trout, and, is popular for shore, boat, float tube, kick boat, and ice anglers. It freezes earlier and thaws earlier than most other large lakes, offering good early season ice fishing and shore fishing opportunities. The early ice-out provides a unique bank fishing opportunity sooner than on many reservoirs in Utah. No special fishing regulations other than a trout limit of 4. Zooplankton, midges, fish, and crayfish make up the priamry forage for the trout.
Access and facilities
Nearest motels are in Price, Spanish Fork, and Fairview. There are developed campgrounds at Scofield State Park and in the city of Scofield. Undeveloped camping opportunities are available on nearby National Forest lands. A restaurant and convenience store are located in the city of Scofield. There are two boat ramps in Scofield State Park.
Much of the shoreline is privately owned. Access to the west shore is provided as a result of an informal landowner agreement. Areas on the northeast and southeast part of the reservoir are available to shore anglers. Year-round automobile access is available, except not on the west side of the lake. However, there is seasonal vehicle access to the west side. Access to private lands on the west side is available through landowner agreements.
