Leeds Creek

Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 2

Leeds Creek is a small stream system located in the Dixie National Forest in southern Utah, specifically in the Leeds Creek drainage area near the town of Leeds in Washington County. This creek flows through a rugged canyon environment and is part of the Virgin River watershed system. The creek is having experienced significant fire damage in 1986 that decimated trout populations, requiring subsequent restoration efforts. Leeds Creek represents a typical small mountain stream habitat in Utah's high desert region, characterized by limited water flow and challenging environmental conditions that can impact fish survival.

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Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Leeds Creek and what's needed to catch them.

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Rainbow Trout

Oncorhynchus mykiss

Cutthroat Trout

Oncorhynchus clarkii

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Leeds 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.

Know where you can legally fish on Leeds 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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Take Leeds Creek with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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