Barney Lake Fish Stocking
SEVIER County, Utah · 1991–2025 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Barney Lake was last stocked September 17, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout. Barney Lake has 83 stocking records on file, spanning 1991–2025, with about 273,793 fish stocked over that period.
When Barney Lake is stocked
Barney Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 25 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Barney Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in SEVIER County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Barney Lake, 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 Barney Lake was last stocked September 17, 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 Barney Lake:
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.
Cutthroat Trout Profile Tips
Known for being relatively easy to catch on dry flies, making it a favorite of western fly anglers; many subspecies are managed under catch-and-release rules to protect native populations.
Tiger Trout Profile Tips
Known for hitting lures and flies aggressively; a favorite for anglers seeking a distinctive, hard-fighting stocked trout.
Recommended Tackle for Barney Lake
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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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Barney Lake, freshest activity first.
Monroe Pond
9 miSEVIER County · 5 species · 117 records
Last stocked July 2026
Piute Reservoir
16 miPIUTE County · 15 species · 741 records
Last stocked May 2026
Annabella Reservoir
12 miSEVIER County · 1 species · 48 records
Last stocked April 2026
Box Creek Reservoir Upper
5 miPIUTE County · 5 species · 130 records
Last stocked April 2026
Box Creek Reservoir Lower
6 miPIUTE County · 3 species · 120 records
Last stocked April 2026
Big Lake
13 miSEVIER County · 2 species · 116 records
Last stocked April 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 17, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,010 | 2.12" | Utah DWR |
| September 17, 2025 | Tiger Trout | 1,001 | 4.05" | Utah DWR |
| September 16, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,498 | 1.93" | Utah DWR |
| July 30, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 1,001 | 3.2" | Utah DWR |
| September 12, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,028 | 1.9" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 1,000 | 2.54" | Utah DWR |
| September 7, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,288 | 1.96" | Utah DWR |
| July 5, 2022 | Tiger Trout | 1,004 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 2, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,940 | 2.13" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2021 | Tiger Trout | 1,011 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
| September 14, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,049 | 2.13" | Utah DWR |
| July 15, 2020 | Tiger Trout | 1,006 | 2.98" | Utah DWR |
| September 10, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 6,450 | 1.49" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 2019 | Tiger Trout | 1,000 | 2.97" | Utah DWR |
| September 12, 2018 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,343 | 2.07" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2018 | Tiger Trout | 1,000 | 2.85" | Utah DWR |
| September 10, 2017 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,335 | 1.81" | Utah DWR |
| August 2, 2017 | Tiger Trout | 748 | 6.02" | Utah DWR |
| September 13, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,137 | 1.83" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2016 | Tiger Trout | 810 | 3.89" | Utah DWR |
| June 14, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,007 | 7.04" | Utah DWR |
| August 17, 2015 | Tiger Trout | 840 | 5.02" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2015 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,002 | 6.96" | Utah DWR |
| August 25, 2014 | Tiger Trout | 525 | 5.58" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2014 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,226 | 7.3" | Utah DWR |
| August 13, 2013 | Tiger Trout | 508 | 4.54" | Utah DWR |
| June 4, 2013 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,233 | 7.12" | Utah DWR |
| August 9, 2012 | Tiger Trout | 506 | 5.09" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2012 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,656 | 7.11" | Utah DWR |
| August 10, 2011 | Tiger Trout | 506 | 5.07" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2011 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,392 | 7.71" | Utah DWR |
| September 28, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,000 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| September 28, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,000 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2010 | Tiger Trout | 1,012 | 3.85" | Utah DWR |
| July 13, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,947 | 8.18" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2010 | Tiger Trout | 1,000 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2010 | Tiger Trout | 1,000 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| September 29, 2009 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,239 | 1.96" | Utah DWR |
| September 28, 2009 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,000 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| July 30, 2009 | Tiger Trout | 1,020 | 3.67" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2009 | Tiger Trout | 1,000 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| September 28, 2008 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,000 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| September 17, 2008 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,202 | 2.18" | Utah DWR |
| July 22, 2008 | Tiger Trout | 1,000 | 4.08" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2008 | Tiger Trout | 1,000 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| September 29, 2007 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,000 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2007 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,007 | 1.53" | Utah DWR |
| August 6, 2007 | Tiger Trout | 1,000 | 4.84" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 2007 | Tiger Trout | 1,000 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| October 3, 2006 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,011 | 1.88" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Barney Lake last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Barney Lake was last stocked September 17, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Barney Lake?
Barney Lake is stocked with Cutthroat Trout, Tiger Trout, and Brook Trout.
What time of year is Barney Lake stocked?
Barney Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Barney Lake stocked?
Barney Lake has been stocked about 2 times a year — 83 recorded stockings between 1991 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Barney Lake?
About 273,793 fish have been stocked in Barney Lake across 83 recorded events since 1991, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Barney Lake?
Fish stocked in Barney Lake average about 4.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Barney Lake?
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 Barney Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Barney Lake 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.