Asay Creek Fish Stocking
GARFIELD County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Asay Creek was last stocked June 12, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Asay Creek has 236 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 663,850 fish stocked over that period.
When Asay Creek is stocked
Asay Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 73 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Asay Creek
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in GARFIELD County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Asay Creek, they typically congregate in schools near public access points, boat ramps, or inlets for the first 24 to 48 hours while adjusting to natural water conditions.
Since Asay Creek was last stocked June 12, 2026, anglers visiting within 1 to 2 weeks of a reported event generally experience the highest activity before fish disperse into deeper cover.
State Regulations & Licensing
- •Fishing License: A valid Utah freshwater fishing license is required for anglers age 16 and older.Purchase Utah license online →
- •Official Rules & Limits: Bag limits, bait restrictions, and seasonal boundaries are set by Utah fish & wildlife agency.Official Utah regulations guidebook →
- •Ethical Conservation: Use barbless hooks and keep fish submerged in water during unhooking.Trout Thermal Advisory: When water temperatures rise above 68°F (20°C), released trout face severe mortality from thermal exhaustion. Target warmwater species or fish early in the morning when lakes and streams warm up.
Recommended Tackle & Presentations
Techniques tailored to the species stocked in Asay Creek:
Stocked Trout Tactics
Use light 4–6 lb monofilament or fluorocarbon line. Float scented dough bait (PowerBait) 12–18" off bottom using a sliding slip-sinker rig with a size 14–16 treble hook. For active casting, throw 1/16 to 1/8 oz inline spinners (Panther Martin, Rooster Tail) or small spoons (Kastmaster) along drop-offs.
Rainbow Trout Profile Tips
The most commonly targeted stocked trout in the country, taken on bait, spinners, and flies alike; a common first fish for new anglers.
Brown Trout Profile Tips
Known for being wary and selective, brown trout are a prized target for fly anglers, especially larger, nocturnal-feeding fish.
Recommended Tackle for Asay Creek
Field-tested tackle and presentations matched to the species stocked here.
Berkley PowerBait Floating Trout Dough
Hatchery-raised trout are conditioned to pelleted scents; scented dough floated 12–18 inches off bottom consistently triggers strikes.
Panther Martin Classic Teardrop Inline Spinner
The heavy convex blade spins instantly upon retrieval, sending vibration through the water that triggers aggressive reaction bites along drop-offs.
Sliding Sinker & Treble Hook Rigging Kit
Sliding egg sinkers allow cautious trout to run with bait without feeling line drag, while size 14–16 treble hooks keep dough bait securely pinned.
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 12, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 809 | 9.66" | Utah DWR |
| May 7, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 4,004 | 4.45" | Utah DWR |
| May 6, 2026 | Brown Trout | 6,018 | 3.28" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 2.86" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2025 | Brown Trout | 7,560 | 4.11" | Utah DWR |
| May 27, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 819 | 10.03" | Utah DWR |
| July 22, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 4,044 | 3.18" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 802 | 10.65" | Utah DWR |
Show 42 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2024 | Brown Trout | 6,370 | 3.46" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 3,947 | 3.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 823 | 10.72" | Utah DWR |
| April 19, 2023 | Brown Trout | 6,278 | 2.62" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 573 | 12.05" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 264 | 10.98" | Utah DWR |
| April 19, 2022 | Brown Trout | 6,180 | 2.95" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 803 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
| May 11, 2021 | Brown Trout | 7,240 | 4.17" | Utah DWR |
| May 10, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 24,196 | 2.74" | Utah DWR |
| September 16, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,425 | 2.13" | Utah DWR |
| June 1, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 4,024 | 3.2" | Utah DWR |
| April 20, 2020 | Brown Trout | 6,149 | 3.25" | Utah DWR |
| September 9, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 6,696 | 1.51" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 5,012 | 3.64" | Utah DWR |
| June 3, 2019 | Brown Trout | 6,585 | 3.91" | Utah DWR |
| February 7, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 3,318 | 4.7" | Utah DWR |
| September 11, 2018 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,343 | 2.07" | Utah DWR |
| August 21, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 5,022 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| June 19, 2018 | Brown Trout | 5,976 | 4.3" | Utah DWR |
| June 18, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 515 | 10.67" | Utah DWR |
| May 21, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 483 | 10.88" | Utah DWR |
| May 18, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 4,460 | 4.01" | Utah DWR |
| September 10, 2017 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,335 | 1.81" | Utah DWR |
| July 13, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 293 | 10.39" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 356 | 10.35" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 2017 | Brown Trout | 6,127 | 3.62" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 346 | 11.21" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 3,213 | 4.12" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 665 | 3.83" | Utah DWR |
| September 20, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,099 | 1.96" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 263 | 10.1" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 266 | 9.96" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 119 | 10.35" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 4,200 | 3.9" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 351 | 10.03" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2016 | Brown Trout | 6,094 | 4.83" | Utah DWR |
| September 14, 2015 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,216 | 2.06" | Utah DWR |
| August 10, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 240 | 9.54" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 9.25" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 261 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 4,123 | 3.7" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Asay Creek last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Asay Creek was last stocked June 12, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Asay Creek?
Asay Creek is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Asay Creek stocked?
Asay Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Asay Creek stocked?
Asay Creek has been stocked about 5 times a year — 236 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Asay Creek?
About 663,850 fish have been stocked in Asay Creek across 236 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Asay Creek?
Fish stocked in Asay Creek average about 7.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Asay Creek?
Yes, all anglers age 16 and older generally need a valid Utah freshwater fishing license. Always review current regulations from Utah fish & wildlife agency for site-specific rules, bag limits, or stamps.
How do you catch stocked trout in Asay Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Asay Creek typically respond well to floating dough bait (such as PowerBait) floated 12–18 inches off bottom on light 4–6 lb leader, live nightcrawlers under a bobber, and small inline spinners or spoons retrieved along shorelines and drop-offs.