Garfield County Lake Quality
Utah, 16 lakes, measured by Utah DWQ
There are 16 monitored lakes in Garfield County. The mix is varied enough that the county-level average tells you the broad strokes, not the choose-this-cabin specifics. 6 of those lakes carry recent nutrient and algae readings. The county-level summary describes that subset, not every water body listed. Most monitored lakes in Garfield County carry favourable nutrient and algae readings for Utah.
The county's lakes lean shallow, which makes the readings sensitive to wind, sediment-resuspension, and any nutrient inputs from the watershed. The cleanest measured lake is Wide Hollow Reservoir.
Where to stay near Garfield County
Top-rated places to stay near Garfield County
Prices for Oct 30–Nov 1, 4 adults. Change dates on the map below.
Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.
Planning a trip to Garfield County?
Get lake water-quality updates plus the best cabin & lodging deals near Garfield County — straight to your inbox. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Quick Answers for Garfield County
Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Wide Hollow Reservoir — or check the official Utah fishing regulations.
All Lakes in Garfield County
16 lakes · 6 ranked on readings, 10 without enough sampling6 lakes ranked on readings · 10 without enough sampling, hidden
| # | Lake | Clarity | Phosphorus | Algae | Trophic | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wide Hollow ReservoirGarfield | 13.8 ft | 36.5 µg/L | 3.4 µg/L | No recent samples | ✓ Public |
| 2 | Posey LakeGarfield | 16.4 ft | 18.5 µg/L | 1.2 µg/L | No recent samples | ✓ Public |
| 3 | Tropic ReservoirGarfield | 12.3 ft | 4.9 µg/L | 1.3 µg/L | No recent samples | Not recorded |
| 4 | Lake Powell Goodhope Bay MidchannelGarfield | 6.1 ft | 26 µg/L | No recent samples | No recent samples | Not recorded |
| 5 | Lower Bowns ReservoirGarfield | 9.2 ft | 34 µg/L | 9 µg/L | No recent samples | Not recorded |
| 6 | Panguitch L Shore LakeGarfield | 5.7 ft | 94 µg/L | 21.7 µg/L | No recent samples | Not recorded |
| Pollywog LakeGarfield | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | Not recorded | |
| Pacer LakeGarfield | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | Not recorded | |
| North Creek ReservoirGarfield | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | Not recorded | |
| Cyclone LakeGarfield | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | Not recorded | |
| McGath LakeGarfield | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | Not recorded | |
| Spectacle LakeGarfield | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | Not recorded | |
| Big LakeGarfield | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | Not recorded | |
| Roundy ReservoirGarfield | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | Not recorded | |
| Lake PhiloGarfield | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | Not recorded | |
| Lake PowellGarfield | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | No recent samples | Not recorded |
NR = no nutrient or algae reading on record. The measurements are published as the authority reports them. Where the data comes from.
Lake Match
Which lake suits how you actually use one?
Six questions — swimming, fishing, quiet, cabins, drive time — and a shortlist of lakes that fit, with the water quality behind each one.
Other Counties in Utah
Browse every Utah lake, or the full directory of lakes across all United States (49 states), Canada (Ontario, Québec, Nova Scotia, British Columbia and Newfoundland and Labrador), and 38 other country hubs..
Source: the Utah Division of Water Quality. See data sources.