Abes Lake Fish Stocking
SUMMIT County, Utah · 1980–2025 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Abes Lake was last stocked September 17, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout. Abes Lake has 15 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2025, with about 49,126 fish stocked over that period.
When Abes Lake is stocked
Abes Lake is typically stocked in fall, most often in September — 9 stocking events in that peak month.
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 17, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,018 | 2.26" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,999 | 2.28" | Utah DWR |
| September 26, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,021 | 2.35" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 2015 | Tiger Trout | 2,240 | 3.55" | Utah DWR |
| August 1, 2011 | Tiger Trout | 2,392 | 2.94" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,004 | 1.55" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2009 | Cutthroat Trout | 0 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| October 9, 2006 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,022 | 1.53" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 30, 2006 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,000 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| September 30, 2005 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,000 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| September 10, 1996 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,009 | 2.38" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 1992 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,007 | 1.93" | Utah DWR |
| July 18, 1988 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,125 | 0" | Utah DWR |
| September 13, 1984 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,020 | — | Utah DWR |
| August 20, 1980 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,269 | — | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Abes Lake last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Abes Lake was last stocked September 17, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Abes Lake?
Abes Lake is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Tiger Trout.
What time of year is Abes Lake stocked?
Abes Lake is typically stocked in fall, most often in September.
How often is Abes Lake stocked?
Abes Lake is stocked intermittently — 15 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Abes Lake?
About 49,126 fish have been stocked in Abes Lake across 15 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Abes Lake?
Fish stocked in Abes Lake average about 2.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.