Otter Creek Reservoir, high alpine reservoir in Piute County, Utah, United States
Otter Creek Reservoir is a large body of water in Piute County, Utah, surrounded by mountains and open flatlands. The lake offers clear water for fishing, boating, and camping, with several accessible points along the shoreline including developed facilities at the state park on the southern end.
The dam was built in 1897 by Mormon farmers to irrigate their crops and is one of Utah's oldest dams. The state park on the southern shore was established in 1965 and has become a popular recreation destination.
The reservoir lies west of Antimony and is accessed via a dirt road, with the state park offering better parking and developed amenities. Visitors should note that primitive camping areas lack running water, so bringing your own drinking water is necessary.
The lake is stocked with fish including rainbow trout that grow quickly under good conditions, with larger catches reaching four to eight pounds. The site is also an important stop on the Pacific Migratory Bird Flyway, especially in spring and fall, when birdwatchers can observe numerous species passing through.
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