Moose Pond Nature Trail in Daggett County, Utah (not to be confused with our favorite hike, Moose Ponds in the Grand Tetons), is a gorgeous hike and fishing spot along Highway 191. For hikers, there is a trail that leads just 1/3 of a mile all the way around Moose Pond. For anglers, there are several man-made points out in the lake that provide the perfect backdrop for fishing. Our boys caught several fish in just an hour at this fun little Moose Pond near Flaming Gorge.
The trail around the lake is perfectly flat and easy. There are a few signs that give information about the trees and wildlife in the area, too. This is perfect moose habitat as the far edge of the pond is very marshy, but we did not see any moose. Many people report that this is a great spot to see them, though.
We walked the trail clockwise, and as you get to the far side of the pond, you come to a series of inlets. There are bridges that cross these small brooks, so you can easily keep your feet dry. You might be able to push a sturdy stroller all the way around Moose Pond since it is flat and wide, but it is not paved.
Our boys were excited to fish here. Moose Pond is stocked with rainbow trout. They set up their chairs and fished for quite awhile. They caught a bunch of fish and had lots of bites, too. This spot it a great beginning fishing spot since it is pretty open around the pond and there are lots of spots to fish from.
Moose Pond near Flaming Gorge also has a nice parking area and trailhead pit toilets. The leaves were just starting to change on the mountains, and this area is lovely arrayed in fall colors. We spent a few hours between the fishing and the nature walk. It was a very beautiful place to spend half an afternoon in northeastern Utah. Check out the other family-friendly trails that we like around Flaming Gorge on this post: Things to do near Flaming Gorge.
