Gunnison, UT Fishing Trip — April

Your Gunnison, UT Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 61°F / Low 33°F0.9" rain · 5 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

5 species
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various

April Weather in Gunnison

61°F
Avg High
33°F
Avg Low
0.9"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

11 Guides Near Gunnison

No guides are based in Gunnison, but these guides operate nearby.

$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Utah Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$34
Non-Resident$75
Requirements

Required for ages 12+. Covers all state waters. Second rod permit available.

Buy License Online — Utah

Species Regulations

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 trout
Size Limit:No size limit

Bag limit is for all trout species combined. Special regulations apply on some waters; consult the Utah Fishing Guidebook.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Some waterbodies may have specific regulations; consult the Utah Fishing Guidebook.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Some waters may have specific restrictions on tackle or harvest. Consult the Utah Fishing Guidebook for details.

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Consult the Utah Fishing Guidebook for specific waterbody regulations, as some areas may have different limits or restrictions.

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