Bar M Sp Fish Stocking
BOX ELDER County, Utah · 1979–2025 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Bar M Sp was last stocked April 21, 2025 with Rainbow Trout. Bar M Sp has 287 stocking records on file, spanning 1979–2025, with about 205,355 fish stocked over that period.
When Bar M Sp is stocked
Bar M Sp is typically stocked in winter and spring, most often in March — 61 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Bar M Sp
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in BOX ELDER County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Bar M Sp, 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 Bar M Sp was last stocked April 21, 2025, 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 Bar M Sp:
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.
Bass & Panfish Approach
Target visible structure such as docks, weed lines, and fallen trees. Small 1/32 to 1/16 oz jig heads with soft plastic grubs or live worms under a float work well for crappie and bluegill; soft plastic worms or spinnerbaits work well for bass.
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.
Largemouth Bass Profile Tips
The centerpiece of American bass fishing culture, taken on everything from topwater lures to soft plastics and live bait.
Recommended Tackle for Bar M Sp
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.
Gary Yamamoto 5-inch Custom Senko Stickbaits
The heavy salt-impregnated plastic produces a unique horizontal shimmy on the fall around weed beds, docks, and submerged timber.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Bar M Sp, freshest activity first.
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Teal Sp
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Last stocked May 2026
Rosebud June Sucker 1
36 miBOX ELDER County · 2 species · 2 records
Last stocked June 2025
Baker Sp
1 miBOX ELDER County · 2 species · 290 records
Last stocked April 2025
Willow Pond
44 mi3 species · 3 records
Last stocked September 2023
Rosebud June Sucker 2
36 mi2 species · 2 records
Last stocked September 2023
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 21, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.34" | Utah DWR |
| April 11, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 11.63" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 11.42" | Utah DWR |
| April 6, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.16" | Utah DWR |
| April 20, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.23" | Utah DWR |
| April 9, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.05" | Utah DWR |
| October 8, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 576 | 9.66" | Utah DWR |
| October 2, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 2,224 | 9.65" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 8, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.38" | Utah DWR |
| October 17, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 401 | 7.9" | Utah DWR |
| October 1, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 2,400 | 8.43" | Utah DWR |
| March 21, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| March 13, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| November 2, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 9.12" | Utah DWR |
| October 11, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| March 22, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 672 | 9.27" | Utah DWR |
| March 7, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 327 | 9.14" | Utah DWR |
| November 22, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 9.2" | Utah DWR |
| November 8, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 698 | 9.57" | Utah DWR |
| October 12, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 701 | 9.31" | Utah DWR |
| March 9, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.83" | Utah DWR |
| February 24, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.8" | Utah DWR |
| December 21, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 701 | 9.72" | Utah DWR |
| November 24, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 701 | 9.72" | Utah DWR |
| March 23, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.12" | Utah DWR |
| February 18, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9.42" | Utah DWR |
| December 1, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 702 | 9.29" | Utah DWR |
| October 15, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 1,053 | 9.13" | Utah DWR |
| April 15, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 497 | 9.13" | Utah DWR |
| February 18, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| December 18, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 699 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| November 26, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 9.14" | Utah DWR |
| November 14, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 726 | 9.14" | Utah DWR |
| October 22, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9.22" | Utah DWR |
| March 26, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.69" | Utah DWR |
| February 12, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 10.11" | Utah DWR |
| October 31, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 1,400 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| October 2, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 1,339 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| April 3, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 935 | 9.21" | Utah DWR |
| November 2, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 2,880 | 11.6" | Utah DWR |
| April 20, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 1,399 | 10.68" | Utah DWR |
| March 1, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 1,399 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| December 28, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 3,500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| December 28, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 3,500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| December 28, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 3,500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| October 14, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 1,555 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
| September 27, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| September 27, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| September 27, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 17, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 1,401 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Bar M Sp last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Bar M Sp was last stocked April 21, 2025 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Bar M Sp?
Bar M Sp is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Largemouth Bass.
What time of year is Bar M Sp stocked?
Bar M Sp is typically stocked in winter and spring, most often in March.
How often is Bar M Sp stocked?
Bar M Sp has been stocked about 6 times a year — 287 recorded stockings between 1979 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Bar M Sp?
About 205,355 fish have been stocked in Bar M Sp across 287 recorded events since 1979, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Bar M Sp?
Fish stocked in Bar M Sp average about 10.4 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Bar M Sp?
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 Bar M Sp?
Freshly stocked trout in Bar M Sp 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.