05/14/2026
Did you know that fishing is available at 343 National Wildlife Refuge's and 35 Wetland Management Districts within the National Wildlife Refuge System? In fact, Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge is one of these fishing sites! 🐟
In order to keep fishing enjoyable for all visitors at the Refuge, please keep a few things in mind when disposing of fish.
🐠 Dead fish that is left on the road near the Refuge (pictured below) can negatively impact the visitor experience at the Refuge, as well as the fishing experience for other visitors.
🐠 Piles of dead fish left on or near the road can also draw migratory birds closer to the road, potentially putting them in harm's way from oncoming traffic.
Please see page 24-25 of the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Fishing Guidebook for guidance on how to dispose of fish according to state regulations, linked here:https://wildlife.utah.gov/guidebooks/fishing_guidebook.pdf
According to the regulations referenced above, carp must be removed and disposed at one of the following locations:
• In the water where the fish was caught
• A fish-cleaning station
• The angler’s permanent residence
• Another location where disposal is authorized by law
Please do not leave piles of dead fish on the shore or roads of the Refuge. Thank you for helping the Refuge provide a positive experience to all visitors! 🐟
PHOTO: Carp Left on the Road at the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge/USFWS
