Bountiful Pond Fish Stocking
DAVIS County, Utah · 2001–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Bountiful Pond was last stocked May 20, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Bountiful Pond has 617 stocking records on file, spanning 2001–2026, with about 846,708 fish stocked over that period.
When Bountiful Pond is stocked
Bountiful Pond is typically stocked year-round, most often in April — 82 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Bountiful Pond
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in DAVIS County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Bountiful Pond, 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 Bountiful Pond was last stocked May 20, 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 Bountiful Pond:
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.
Catfish Rigging
Fish a Carolina slip-sinker bottom rig with a 1/2 to 1 oz egg sinker, swivel, and 1/0–3/0 circle hook. Baits such as chicken liver, cut baitfish (shad), nightcrawlers, and stink baits produce best during early morning, dusk, or night in deeper holes.
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.
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 Bountiful Pond
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.
Heavy Duty Offset Circle Hooks (1/0–3/0)
Circle hooks naturally turn into the corner of a catfish's jaw as it turns, preventing gut-hooking and improving hookup rates.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Bountiful Pond, freshest activity first.
Farmington City Reservoir
6 miDAVIS County · 9 species · 628 records
Last stocked June 2026
Kaysville Stake Pond
8 miDAVIS County · 9 species · 451 records
Last stocked May 2026
Red Butte Reservoir
11 miSALT LAKE County · 4 species · 38 records
Last stocked August 2025
Red Butte Creek
11 miSALT LAKE County · 1 species · 17 records
Last stocked August 2025
Ricks Creek
5 mi1 species · 3 records
Last stocked November 2024
Stone Creek
5 mi2 species · 6 records
Last stocked November 2024
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,251 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| May 13, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,250 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| April 23, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,899 | 9.48" | Utah DWR |
| April 21, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 17.1" | Utah DWR |
| April 20, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 17.1" | Utah DWR |
| April 3, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,499 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| March 24, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,399 | 9.5" | Utah DWR |
| March 16, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 17, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.42" | Utah DWR |
| January 13, 2026 | Brown Trout | 979 | 14.44" | Utah DWR |
| October 22, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,335 | 12.34" | Utah DWR |
| October 22, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,669 | 12.34" | Utah DWR |
| October 8, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,005 | 10.7" | Utah DWR |
| September 24, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.31" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,301 | 9.31" | Utah DWR |
| June 19, 2025 | Channel Catfish | 6,960 | 6" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2025 | Channel Catfish | 6,960 | 6" | Utah DWR |
| May 13, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,700 | 9.69" | Utah DWR |
| May 7, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,900 | 9.69" | Utah DWR |
| April 21, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,200 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| April 21, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 207 | 17.33" | Utah DWR |
| April 16, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 327 | 17.33" | Utah DWR |
| April 1, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,201 | 9.5" | Utah DWR |
| March 18, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,201 | 9.5" | Utah DWR |
| March 4, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,300 | 9.43" | Utah DWR |
| February 15, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 799 | 9.43" | Utah DWR |
| October 30, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,001 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| October 29, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,800 | 11.6" | Utah DWR |
| October 22, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,501 | 11.6" | Utah DWR |
| October 16, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,099 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| October 8, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,501 | 10.9" | Utah DWR |
| September 23, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.93" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2024 | Channel Catfish | 1,000 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| September 5, 2024 | Channel Catfish | 750 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2024 | Channel Catfish | 750 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| May 23, 2024 | Wiper | 1,000 | 8.22" | Utah DWR |
| May 15, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,502 | 9.55" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,699 | 9.57" | Utah DWR |
| April 16, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| April 3, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| March 25, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 350 | 9.55" | Utah DWR |
| March 19, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 650 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| March 4, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,300 | 9.68" | Utah DWR |
| February 27, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 353 | 14.33" | Utah DWR |
| February 26, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 801 | 10.18" | Utah DWR |
| January 23, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | 20.05" | Utah DWR |
| November 21, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 336 | 16.56" | Utah DWR |
| November 13, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 9.62" | Utah DWR |
| November 7, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,002 | 10.74" | Utah DWR |
| November 6, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.62" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Bountiful Pond last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Bountiful Pond was last stocked May 20, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Bountiful Pond?
Bountiful Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Channel Catfish, Wiper, Lake Trout, Brook Trout, and Largemouth Bass.
What time of year is Bountiful Pond stocked?
Bountiful Pond is typically stocked year-round, most often in April.
How often is Bountiful Pond stocked?
Bountiful Pond has been stocked about 24 times a year — 617 recorded stockings between 2001 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Bountiful Pond?
About 846,708 fish have been stocked in Bountiful Pond across 617 recorded events since 2001, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Bountiful Pond?
Fish stocked in Bountiful Pond average about 12.4 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Bountiful Pond?
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 Bountiful Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Bountiful Pond 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.