Frequently Asked Questions

Bring a valid Utah fishing license if you need one, weather-appropriate layers, sunglasses, sunscreen, water, and snacks. For ice trips, add warm waterproof boots, gloves, and a hat. We'll send any trip-specific notes when we confirm your booking.

In most cases, yes. Utah generally requires a fishing license for anglers of licensing age, and requirements can change. Please check the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources license page before your trip. You can buy a license online.

Your guide provides professional fishing equipment and tackle appropriate for the trip. If you have your own gear you'd like to use, let us know when you book.

Absolutely. Many trips include first-timers. We'll walk you through the basics and help you along the way.

Yes. Hooked Reel Good is family friendly. Let us know the ages of the kids in your group so we can plan the right trip.

It depends on the trip type, the reservoir, and equipment. Tell us your group size when you request a trip and we'll recommend the best option. Larger groups can ask about a custom trip.

Safety comes first. If weather makes conditions unsafe, we'll contact you to talk through options such as rescheduling. See our cancellation policy for details.

Ice fishing trips are only conducted when ice conditions are determined to be safe. If they aren't, we won't go out on the ice. We'll contact you to discuss options, such as a different date.

Yes. Our trips are private guided trips for individuals, families, and groups.

Please contact us as soon as possible. Cancellations are handled under our Fishing Trip Cancellation Policy, which we'll share when you book.

We target trout, kokanee salmon, bass, and panfish. What we fish for depends on the reservoir, the season, and current conditions.

It depends on your dates, what you want to catch, and your group. Strawberry and Scofield are our featured trout and ice-fishing destinations, and Deer Creek and Jordanelle offer multi-species options. If you're not sure, choose “Not sure — help me decide” on the request form.

Ice fishing season depends on when safe ice forms, and that changes from year to year. Contact us for current conditions. We only fish on ice that has been determined to be safe.