Pine Lake (Boulder Mountain)
lake in Utah
Surrounded by aspen and pine forests, it offers a serene fly fishing experience in a stunning mountain setting.
Conditions right now
No USGS gauge is linked to this water yet, so we can't chart flows.
Crisp fall weather with clear skies and moderate winds
- 01Crisp fall weather with clear skies and moderate winds.
- 02Sporadic hatches of October Caddis possible during warmer afternoons.
- 03Blue-Winged Olives (BWOs) and Pale Morning Duns (PMDs) may appear on overcast days.
- 04Consistent subsurface activity from midges and trout eggs.
- 05Focus on deeper sections, submerged structures, drop-offs, and weed bed edges.
- 06Slow retrieves for nymphs and streamers are key in cooler water.
- 07Be prepared for surface activity during brief hatches.
What to tie on
Picked from reports, hatches and the season. Tap a fly for the recipe and where else it works.
Mysis Shrimp
These freshwater crustaceans are a primary food source for trout in high-mountain lakes like Pine Lake, especially as temperatures drop. Fish them dead-drift near the bottom.
Buy at AmazonBlood Dot Egg
With brook trout actively spawning and rainbow trout staging, egg patterns are absolutely crucial. These highly visible patterns mimic the protein-rich eggs that opportunistic trout will readily consume.
Buy at AmazonMicro Egg
Year-round on tailwaters where eggs are in the drift. Particularly effective after large trout spawn. Relevant for Pine Lake's trout populations in fall.
Buy at AmazonWoolly Bugger (Olive)
A timeless streamer, the olive Woolly Bugger imitates leeches and baitfish, which remain a significant food source for larger, predatory trout. Its movement in cold water is irresistible.
Zebra Midge
Midges are ever-present. This small, weighted nymph is a year-round workhorse, perfectly imitating the abundant midge pupae that trout in Pine Lake constantly feed on.
Buy at AmazonPMD (Pale Morning Duns)
Pale Morning Duns are actively hatching in fall, providing a key food source for opportunistic feeders in stillwater environments like Pine Lake.
Juan's Slim Shady
A low-profile BWO dry fly effective for selective trout keying on adults during fall hatches, especially on calm, overcast days on Pine Lake.
October Caddis
While not a daily event, the emergence of the large October Caddis is a significant fall hatch in many western waters. Have a few of these in your box for those special moments when trout look to the surface.
Pine Squirrel Leech (Black/Olive)
Small leech patterns effectively mimic sluggish baitfish and annelids in cold water, triggering strikes from larger, lethargic trout in Pine Lake during early fall.
Where to fish and who to ask
East Shore Trail Access
Hike-in access along the eastern side of the lake, offering more secluded spots.
Inlet Area (north end)
Where small creeks feed into the lake, often good for cruising fish.
Pine Lake Campground Shore
Easy access directly from the campground for shore fishing or launching a float tube.
Fly shops within 40 miles
Quiet Fly Fisher Fly Shop and Guide Service
Circle Valley Anglers
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Utah season by season
What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.
Read before you go
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Quick answers
Common questions about Pine Lake (Boulder Mountain).
What flies work best on Pine Lake (Boulder Mountain)?
Our top scored fly patterns for Pine Lake (Boulder Mountain) right now are Mysis Shrimp (95% confidence), Blood Dot Egg (95% confidence), Micro Egg (95% confidence). These picks are scored from recent fishing reports, hatch data, and seasonal patterns.
What fish species are in Pine Lake (Boulder Mountain)?
Pine Lake (Boulder Mountain) holds Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout. See the species links on this page for fly recommendations and seasonal behavior for each.
Is Pine Lake (Boulder Mountain) fishing well right now?
We publish a fresh bite report for Pine Lake (Boulder Mountain) each week based on recent on-the-water intel. The current report — with conditions, hatches, and what's producing — is on this page.