Section R657-13-5 - Interstate Waters and Reciprocal Fishing Permits(1) When fishing interstate waters, an individual must:(a) obtain the necessary fishing licenses and permits, as provided below; and(b) comply with angling regulations applicable to the state where they are fishing.(2) Bear Lake. (a) A person possessing a valid Utah or Idaho fishing or combination license, whether resident or nonresident, may fish both the Utah and Idaho portions of the Lake in accordance with the angling regulations applicable to the state where they are fishing.(b) Only one daily limit may be taken in a single day, even if licensed in both states.(3) Lake Powell Reservoir. (a) A person possessing a valid Utah or Arizona fishing or combination license, whether resident or nonresident, may fish both the Utah and Arizona portions of the Reservoir in accordance with the angling regulations applicable to the state where they are fishing.(b) Only one daily limit may be taken in a single day, even if licensed in both states.(4) Flaming Gorge Reservoir. (a)(i) A Utah resident possessing a valid Utah fishing or combination license and a Wyoming reciprocal fishing permit for Flaming Gorge Reservoir may fish the Wyoming portions of the Reservoir as prescribed in Wyoming angling regulations.(ii) Utah residents may obtain reciprocal fishing permits for Flaming Gorge Reservoir by contacting the Wyoming Game and Fish Department.(b)(i) A Wyoming resident possessing a valid Wyoming fishing or combination license and a Utah reciprocal fishing permit for Flaming Gorge Reservoir may fish the Utah portions of the Reservoir as prescribed in Utah angling regulations.(ii) A Utah reciprocal fishing permit for Flaming Gorge Reservoir may be obtained through the division's web site, authorized license agents, or regional offices.(iii) The Utah reciprocal fishing permit must be:(A) used in conjunction with a valid resident Wyoming fishing or combination license; and(B) signed by the holder as the holder's name appears on the Wyoming fishing or combination license.(iv) A Utah reciprocal fishing permit is valid for 365 days from the date of purchase.(c) Only one daily limit may be taken in a single day, even if licensed in both states.Utah Admin. Code R657-13-5
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2019-1, effective 12/10/2018Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2019-4, effective 1/24/2019