Boulder Creek
Boulder Creek
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Boulder Creek flows down the east side of Boulder Mountain in Wayne County, descending from the upper elevations of the Aquarius Plateau into Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. This freestone creek winds through a mix of public BLM and Dixie National Forest lands, with some private property near the town of Boulder. The creek features diverse habitat types ranging from pocket water and plunge pools in the upper reaches to more open water in the lower sections. As a tributary of Cottonwood Creek, Boulder Creek offers quality fishing for multiple trout species in a scenic, remote setting. The fishing season typically runs from mid-April through November, with elevation playing a significant role in accessibility.
Species & education
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Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
Brown Trout
Salmo trutta
Brook Trout
Salvelinus fontinalis
Cutthroat Trout
Oncorhynchus clarkii
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Boulder Creek. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Several quality fishing areas exist near the towns of Escalante and Boulder, though much of the creek requires hiking due to remote access. The areas accessible from Highway 12 (Scenic Byway 12) provide easier entry points for anglers. Upper creek sections with plunge pools and vertical barriers hold concentrations of brook and cutthroat trout in remote settings. The sandstone slot canyon sections in the lower reaches offer unique fishing for trophy brown trout in dramatic surroundings. Private land near Boulder requires careful attention to property boundaries and access restrictions.
Know where you can legally fish on Boulder Creek
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
Utah licenses and regulations
Utah Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
Utah Fishing License
If you’re 12 years of age or older, you must purchase a fishing license or a combination license to fish in Utah.
Utah Fishing Regulations
This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
Utah Stream Access Laws
The law does not allow recreational water users (including anglers, kayakers, tubers, hunters and others) to walk on the private bed of a public waterbody. This means that if you are fishing or recreating in public water that flows over private property closed to trespass, you may not walk on the land beneath the water without obtaining landowner permission.
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