DIRECTIONS: This stream is located in the southern part of the state. Drive to Panguitch and then follow highway 89 south for about 15 miles to Hatch. A little south of Hatch is a road to the Mammoth Creek Hatchery. Stream parallels road for about five miles, then links up again near town of Mammoth.
DESCRIPTION: Stream starts out as a natural spring, then widens out as it runs from Cedar Breaks National Park to Hatch - about 20 miles. Starts out in the pines and aspens, then flows down into sagebrush, cedar and oak. Starts as cascading mountain stream and ends up a meadow stream with a series of runs and pools.
FISH
BROWN, RAINBOW & CUTTHROAT
WHAT WORKS
This is a good grasshopper stream. Good choice would be a Dave's Hopper. Good flies would be Royal Wulff, Elk Hair Caddis, Adams and yellow or green stimulator. For wet flies and nymphs try larger Prince Nymphs, Matt's Fur Nymph and Double Renegade.
DETAILS
Water tends to be a little clouded, so fish don't seem to be as spooky. Easier to approach fishing spots. Use dry flies mornings and evenings, then switch to nymphs in the middle of the day. Look for the deeper pools for the largest fish.
NOTES
This is a good fly stream in a beautiful setting. Good spot for the intermediate to avid fly fishermen. Good access to most areas, but does run through about three miles of private land near Hatch. Fish run in the 7- to 14-inch range. Catchable rainbow planted in upper section, also fingerling browns and cuts.