Bess Lake Btn Fish Stocking
GARFIELD County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Bess Lake Btn was last stocked July 14, 2026 with Brook Trout. Bess Lake Btn has 59 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 15,342 fish stocked over that period.
When Bess Lake Btn is stocked
Bess Lake Btn is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 30 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Bess Lake Btn, freshest activity first.
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0 miGARFIELD County · 1 species · 37 records
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1 miGARFIELD County · 3 species · 47 records
Last stocked July 2026
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2 miGARFIELD County · 3 species · 76 records
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2 miGARFIELD County · 3 species · 60 records
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Cub Lake Bt
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Last stocked July 2026
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2 miWAYNE County · 3 species · 53 records
Last stocked July 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 14, 2026 | Brook Trout | 247 | 2.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 2025 | Brook Trout | 251 | 2.92" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2023 | Brook Trout | 249 | 2.63" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 2022 | Brook Trout | 249 | 2.97" | Utah DWR |
| September 23, 2021 | Arctic Grayling | 258 | 2.65" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2021 | Brook Trout | 252 | 2.71" | Utah DWR |
| September 28, 2020 | Arctic Grayling | 306 | 2.81" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2020 | Brook Trout | 256 | 2.55" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 24, 2019 | Arctic Grayling | 300 | 2.29" | Utah DWR |
| October 9, 2018 | Arctic Grayling | 255 | 3.25" | Utah DWR |
| June 25, 2018 | Brook Trout | 251 | 2.84" | Utah DWR |
| September 18, 2017 | Arctic Grayling | 250 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2017 | Brook Trout | 255 | 2.55" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2016 | Brook Trout | 300 | 2.27" | Utah DWR |
| August 24, 2015 | Arctic Grayling | 206 | 2.4" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2015 | Brook Trout | 250 | 2.97" | Utah DWR |
| August 27, 2014 | Arctic Grayling | 510 | 2.27" | Utah DWR |
| June 11, 2014 | Brook Trout | 257 | 1.9" | Utah DWR |
| September 16, 2013 | Arctic Grayling | 299 | 3.13" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2013 | Brook Trout | 260 | 2.55" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2012 | Brook Trout | 249 | 2.47" | Utah DWR |
| July 28, 2011 | Brook Trout | 257 | 3.27" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 2010 | Brook Trout | 263 | 2.71" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2010 | Brook Trout | 250 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 15, 2009 | Brook Trout | 260 | 2.89" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2009 | Brook Trout | 250 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 2008 | Brook Trout | 255 | 3.2" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2008 | Brook Trout | 250 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 2007 | Brook Trout | 248 | 3.22" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2007 | Brook Trout | 250 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2006 | Brook Trout | 252 | 2.88" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2006 | Brook Trout | 250 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2005 | Brook Trout | 256 | 2.33" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2005 | Brook Trout | 250 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 2004 | Brook Trout | 254 | 2.34" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2003 | Brook Trout | 250 | 2.62" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2002 | Brook Trout | 252 | 2.88" | Utah DWR |
| July 11, 2001 | Brook Trout | 255 | 2.65" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 2000 | Brook Trout | 255 | 2.55" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 1999 | Brook Trout | 249 | 2.63" | Utah DWR |
| July 13, 1998 | Brook Trout | 242 | 2.46" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 1997 | Brook Trout | 250 | 2.85" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 1996 | Brook Trout | 246 | 2.3" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 1995 | Brook Trout | 255 | 2.74" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 1994 | Brook Trout | 247 | 2.82" | Utah DWR |
| July 19, 1993 | Brook Trout | 260 | 2.81" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 1992 | Brook Trout | 252 | 2.4" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 1991 | Brook Trout | 259 | 2.96" | Utah DWR |
| June 20, 1990 | Brook Trout | 250 | 2.52" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 1989 | Brook Trout | 246 | 2.48" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Bess Lake Btn last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Bess Lake Btn was last stocked July 14, 2026 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Bess Lake Btn?
Bess Lake Btn is stocked with Brook Trout and Arctic Grayling.
What time of year is Bess Lake Btn stocked?
Bess Lake Btn is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Bess Lake Btn stocked?
Bess Lake Btn has been stocked about 1 times a year — 59 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Bess Lake Btn?
About 15,342 fish have been stocked in Bess Lake Btn across 59 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Bess Lake Btn?
Fish stocked in Bess Lake Btn average about 2.7 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.