Box Creek Reservoir Lower Fish Stocking
PIUTE County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Box Creek Reservoir Lower was last stocked April 9, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Box Creek Reservoir Lower has 120 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 163,375 fish stocked over that period.
When Box Creek Reservoir Lower is stocked
Box Creek Reservoir Lower is typically stocked in summer, most often in May — 42 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Box Creek Reservoir Lower
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in PIUTE County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Box Creek Reservoir Lower, 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 Box Creek Reservoir Lower was last stocked April 9, 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 Box Creek Reservoir Lower:
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.
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 Box Creek Reservoir Lower
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 Box Creek Reservoir Lower, freshest activity first.
Fish Lake
16 miSEVIER County · 9 species · 1940 records
Last stocked July 2026
Monroe Pond
11 miSEVIER County · 5 species · 117 records
Last stocked July 2026
Glenwood Pond
19 miSEVIER County · 3 species · 157 records
Last stocked May 2026
Otter Creek
17 miPIUTE County · 5 species · 90 records
Last stocked May 2026
Annabella Reservoir
12 miSEVIER County · 1 species · 48 records
Last stocked April 2026
Box Creek Reservoir Upper
1 miPIUTE County · 5 species · 130 records
Last stocked April 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 9, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,008 | 10.09" | Utah DWR |
| April 24, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,002 | 11.82" | Utah DWR |
| July 30, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 764 | 3.2" | Utah DWR |
| May 7, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,066 | 11.46" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 750 | 2.54" | Utah DWR |
| May 22, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| July 5, 2022 | Tiger Trout | 750 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | 10.07" | Utah DWR |
Show 42 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 23, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 514 | 11.74" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2021 | Tiger Trout | 758 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
| May 18, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,014 | 12.2" | Utah DWR |
| July 15, 2020 | Tiger Trout | 754 | 2.98" | Utah DWR |
| May 4, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,045 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 2019 | Tiger Trout | 751 | 2.97" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,512 | 9.62" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 980 | 9.62" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2018 | Tiger Trout | 750 | 2.85" | Utah DWR |
| May 8, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,493 | 9.95" | Utah DWR |
| May 16, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.54" | Utah DWR |
| April 25, 2017 | Tiger Trout | 1,003 | 3.55" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2016 | Brook Trout | 801 | 2.13" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2016 | Tiger Trout | 810 | 3.89" | Utah DWR |
| May 18, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,995 | 9.15" | Utah DWR |
| August 17, 2015 | Tiger Trout | 840 | 5.02" | Utah DWR |
| May 5, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 2,002 | 8.37" | Utah DWR |
| August 25, 2014 | Tiger Trout | 750 | 5.58" | Utah DWR |
| May 6, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 2,002 | 8.42" | Utah DWR |
| July 15, 2013 | Brook Trout | 1,520 | 2.7" | Utah DWR |
| May 7, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 2,004 | 7.93" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 2012 | Brook Trout | 1,507 | 2.63" | Utah DWR |
| July 2, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 720 | 10.43" | Utah DWR |
| May 31, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 732 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| July 28, 2011 | Brook Trout | 1,573 | 3.27" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 789 | 10.37" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 1,216 | 10.27" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 451 | 10.13" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 2010 | Brook Trout | 1,755 | 2.71" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2010 | Brook Trout | 1,500 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2010 | Brook Trout | 1,500 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 2,600 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 2,600 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 11, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 2,176 | 9.6" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 608 | 10.8" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2009 | Brook Trout | 1,504 | 3.33" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2009 | Brook Trout | 1,500 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 2,600 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 11, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 10.03" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 594 | 10.43" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 2008 | Brook Trout | 1,615 | 3.2" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2008 | Brook Trout | 1,500 | 3" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Box Creek Reservoir Lower last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Box Creek Reservoir Lower was last stocked April 9, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Box Creek Reservoir Lower?
Box Creek Reservoir Lower is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Tiger Trout, and Brook Trout.
What time of year is Box Creek Reservoir Lower stocked?
Box Creek Reservoir Lower is typically stocked in summer, most often in May.
How often is Box Creek Reservoir Lower stocked?
Box Creek Reservoir Lower has been stocked about 3 times a year — 120 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Box Creek Reservoir Lower?
About 163,375 fish have been stocked in Box Creek Reservoir Lower across 120 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Box Creek Reservoir Lower?
Fish stocked in Box Creek Reservoir Lower average about 7.6 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Box Creek Reservoir Lower?
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 Box Creek Reservoir Lower?
Freshly stocked trout in Box Creek Reservoir Lower 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.