Brown Duck Lake Fish Stocking
DUCHESNE County, Utah · 1982–2025 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Brown Duck Lake was last stocked September 18, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout. Brown Duck Lake has 18 stocking records on file, spanning 1982–2025, with about 42,058 fish stocked over that period.
When Brown Duck Lake is stocked
Brown Duck Lake is typically stocked in fall, most often in September — 9 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Brown Duck Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in DUCHESNE County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Brown Duck 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 Brown Duck Lake was last stocked September 18, 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 Brown Duck 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 Brown Duck 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 Brown Duck Lake, freshest activity first.
Colorow
1 miDUCHESNE County · 1 species · 14 records
Last stocked July 2026
Lf 8
2 miDUCHESNE County · 1 species · 14 records
Last stocked September 2025
Clements Reservoir
2 miDUCHESNE County · 1 species · 18 records
Last stocked September 2025
Stewart Lake
3 miDUCHESNE County · 2 species · 11 records
Last stocked September 2025
Twin Lake
2 mi2 species · 15 records
Last stocked September 2024
Island Reservoir
1 mi1 species · 13 records
Last stocked September 2022
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 18, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,445 | 1.53" | Utah DWR |
| September 23, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,719 | 1.91" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2022 | Tiger Trout | 150 | 3.39" | Utah DWR |
| September 23, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,718 | 1.7" | Utah DWR |
| September 20, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,724 | 1.47" | Utah DWR |
| October 7, 2013 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,738 | 1.45" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,700 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| September 16, 2009 | Cutthroat Trout | 274 | 3.17" | Utah DWR |
Show 10 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 15, 2009 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,700 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| October 12, 2006 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,596 | 2.13" | Utah DWR |
| March 13, 2006 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,700 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| September 27, 2004 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,667 | 1.7" | Utah DWR |
| September 30, 2001 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,348 | 1.66" | Utah DWR |
| October 5, 1999 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,776 | 1.9" | Utah DWR |
| July 13, 1992 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,717 | 0" | Utah DWR |
| July 20, 1988 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,696 | 0" | Utah DWR |
| August 9, 1985 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,694 | — | Utah DWR |
| August 17, 1982 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,696 | — | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Brown Duck Lake last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Brown Duck Lake was last stocked September 18, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Brown Duck Lake?
Brown Duck Lake is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Tiger Trout.
What time of year is Brown Duck Lake stocked?
Brown Duck Lake is typically stocked in fall, most often in September.
How often is Brown Duck Lake stocked?
Brown Duck Lake is stocked intermittently — 18 recorded stockings between 1982 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Brown Duck Lake?
About 42,058 fish have been stocked in Brown Duck Lake across 18 recorded events since 1982, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Brown Duck Lake?
Fish stocked in Brown Duck Lake average about 1.8 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Brown Duck 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 Brown Duck Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Brown Duck 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.