Henrie Outfitters
Desert bass hunting
Guided fishing at Sand Hollow Reservoir
Chase largemouth bass in crystal blue water surrounded by Southern Utah red rock.
- Largemouth bass
- Bluegill
Six lakes · Bass, striped bass, trout and Mackinaw
Guided Fishing Trips in Southern Utah
Local expert James Henrie guides bass, striped bass, trout and Mackinaw trips at six Southern Utah lakes.
Book a guided trip→Six lakes, one local guide
Henrie Outfitters LLC runs guided fishing trips across Southern Utah with owner and guide James Henrie, who has 25 years of outdoor experience. Each lake is a different kind of fishing, so you can choose the experience that fits the fish you want.
Canyon striper adventure
Guided fishing at Lake Powell
Run the canyons, find the bait and watch the stripers explode on the surface.
- Striped bass
- Smallmouth bass
- Largemouth bass
- Walleye
- Crappie
- Catfish
- Bluegill
Trophy trout hunting
Guided fishing at Panguitch Lake
Fish the lake named ‘Big Fish’ for Southern Utah’s trophy trout.
- Rainbow trout
- Cutthroat trout
- Tiger trout
Intimate red rock bass fishing
Guided fishing at Gunlock Reservoir
Fish a red rock bass lake that came back from the brink.
- Largemouth bass
- Crappie
- Catfish
Clear water trophy bass
Guided fishing at Quail Creek Reservoir
A desert reservoir where stocked trout help grow trophy bass.
- Largemouth bass
- Crappie
- Bluegill
- Rainbow trout
Deep water Mackinaw hunting
Guided fishing at Fish Lake
Go deep for a trophy Mackinaw in the heart of Utah’s high country.
- Lake trout
- Splake
- Rainbow trout
- Cutthroat trout
- Other trout
What you can catch, and where
| Fish | Where to catch it with a guide |
|---|---|
| Largemouth bass | Sand Hollow Reservoir, Lake Powell, Gunlock Reservoir, Quail Creek Reservoir |
| Bluegill | Sand Hollow Reservoir, Lake Powell, Quail Creek Reservoir |
| Striped bass | Lake Powell |
| Smallmouth bass | Lake Powell |
| Walleye | Lake Powell |
| Crappie | Lake Powell, Gunlock Reservoir, Quail Creek Reservoir |
| Catfish | Lake Powell, Gunlock Reservoir |
| Rainbow trout | Panguitch Lake, Quail Creek Reservoir, Fish Lake |
| Cutthroat trout | Panguitch Lake, Fish Lake |
| Tiger trout | Panguitch Lake |
| Lake trout | Fish Lake |
| Splake | Fish Lake |
| Other trout | Fish Lake |
Planning around where you are staying? See fishing near St. George, fishing near Cedar City and our fishing trip FAQs. Visiting a national park? See our national parks fishing guide, or fishing near Zion, Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef.
Looking for one kind of fishing? See our guides to bass fishing in Southern Utah and trout fishing in Southern Utah.
Which lake should I fish?
- Numbers of largemouth bass: Sand Hollow Reservoir, with year round bass fishing among red rock.
- A quieter bass lake: Gunlock Reservoir, smaller water where you can slow down and learn where the bass hold.
- Big largemouth in clear water: Quail Creek Reservoir, where stocked trout help grow trophy bass.
- Striped bass and the most variety: Lake Powell, an enormous canyon system.
- Trophy trout: Panguitch Lake, built around trout including tiger trout and cutthroat.
- Trophy lake trout (Mackinaw): Fish Lake, deep water fishing in Utah’s high country.
How a guided trip works
A guided fishing trip with Henrie Outfitters is a private full day charter: up to 6 hours of fishing, and about 8 hours with travel, depending on where you are coming from. Rods, tackle, bait and lures, life jackets, bottled water and ice are included, and fish are cleaned and bagged with ice if you want to keep them. Trips suit beginners, families and experienced anglers. See rates and policies.
Southern Utah fishing questions
Where does Henrie Outfitters guide fishing trips in Southern Utah?
Henrie Outfitters guides fishing trips at six Southern Utah lakes: Panguitch Lake, Sand Hollow Reservoir, Lake Powell, Gunlock Reservoir, Quail Creek Reservoir and Fish Lake.
What is the best lake in Southern Utah for bass fishing?
For numbers of largemouth bass in a red rock setting, start with Sand Hollow Reservoir. Gunlock Reservoir is a smaller, more intimate bass lake, Quail Creek Reservoir can produce big largemouth, and Lake Powell offers striped, smallmouth and largemouth bass.
Where can I catch trophy trout in Southern Utah?
Panguitch Lake is built around trout, with rainbow, cutthroat and tiger trout. Fish Lake is the place to go deep for trophy lake trout (Mackinaw).
Where can I catch striped bass in Southern Utah?
Lake Powell. Guided trips run the canyons, find the bait and cast to striped bass, which can school and chase bait to the surface.
What is included on a guided fishing trip?
A private full day charter for just your group: up to 6 hours of fishing (about 8 hours with travel, depending on where you are coming from), your boat and captain, all rods, tackle, bait and lures, Coast Guard approved life jackets, bottled water and ice, fish cleaned and bagged with ice if you want to keep them, and expert instruction and local knowledge. It suits beginners, families and experienced anglers.
How do I book a guided fishing trip in Southern Utah?
Call or text (435) 592-0680, email henrieoutfitters@gmail.com, or use the booking form on the Henrie Outfitters website. Customized trip packages are available.