Newton Reservoir Fishing Regulations

Cache County, Utah · 2026 size limits, bag limits, and seasons

Newton Reservoir is a reservoir in Cache County, Utah. It has its own fishing regulations for 1 species, including Tiger Muskie. These rules replace Utah's statewide limits on this water.

1 species with limits

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Newton Reservoir limits by species (2026)

Species	Size limit	Daily bag	Season
All Fish SpeciesUnlawful to use whole fish for bait. Cut baitfish must not be larger than one inch in any dimension and no more than one piece per hook.	–	–	Year-round
Tiger Muskie	–	Catch & release only	Year-round

– means no limit is listed for this water. Rules not shown here follow Utah's statewide regulations.

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Newton Reservoir fishing: common questions

What fish have special regulations on Newton Reservoir?

1 species has rules specific to Newton Reservoir: Tiger Muskie.

What is the tiger muskie limit on Newton Reservoir?

Tiger Muskie are catch and release only on Newton Reservoir.

Is Newton Reservoir catch and release?

Some rules on Newton Reservoir are catch and release only, covering Tiger Muskie. Check the table for the section and dates that apply.

Do Utah statewide fishing rules apply on Newton Reservoir?

Where Newton Reservoir has its own rule for a species, that rule replaces the statewide limit. For species not listed on this page, Utah's statewide regulations apply. Regulations are set by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources; confirm with the official 2026 regulations before keeping a fish.

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