Birch Creek Reservoir

Birch Creek Reservoir is a day-use fishing access site with public parking and toilet facilities adjacent to an excellent tiger trout fishery at the foot of the Monte Cristo Mountains in Rich County, UT. The site is located 10 miles west of Woodruff, UT off State Route 39. Access to the reservoir is walk-in only, non-motorized watercraft only. No fees are charged.

Adventure is at Your Fingertips

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Safety

  • Do not enter the water without a personal flotation device.
  • Routes may become impassable due to weather.
  • Bring extra clothing, shelter, food, water, first aid, tools, and spare tire.
  • Cell phone coverage may be intermittent; notify someone of your travel plans before leaving.

Weather and Tips

  • Temperatures can exceed 100 degrees in summer and below freezing in winter.
  • Always come prepared with extra clothing, shelter, food, and water.

Transportation Within and Around the Area

  • Routes may become impassable due to weather.
  • All motorized vehicle travel limited to open, existing routes.
  • No cross-country vehicle travel permitted.

Other Restrictions

  • No target shooting.
  • No motorized vehicles off of permitted routes.

Leave No Trace

  • Come prepared.
  • Travel and camp on durable surfaces.
  • Dispose of waste properly.
  • Leave what you find.
  • Minimize fire impacts.
  • Respect wildlife.
  • Be considerate of other visitors.

Phone

Addresses

HIghway 39
Woodruff
Utah
84086

Geographic Coordinates

41.50577778, -111.3180833

Directions

Take Interstate 80 to Evanston, WY. Head north on WY 150 then take UT 16 to Randolph, UT. Turn west on SR 39 and follow for approximately 8 miles. Turn north on dirt road for one mile to Birch Creek site. No winter maintenance.