Location: Recapture Reservoir is located in San Juan County, Utah. From Blanding, Utah take US 191 north about 4 miles. From Monticello, Utah take US 191 south about 20 miles.
Fish Species: Pike, Bass
History: The reservoir is named after Recapture Creek, which flows into the reservoir. The creek was named by the early pioneers, who had heard stories of the Aztec emperor Montezuma being captured nearby.
Nearby Areas to Fish: Blanding City 3rd reservoir, Blanding City 4th Reservoir, Shingle Mill Draw, Lloyds Lake, Gordon Reservoir.