Carbon Cnty P Fish Stocking
CARBON County, Utah · 2006–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Carbon Cnty P was last stocked July 14, 2026 with Walleye. Carbon Cnty P has 132 stocking records on file, spanning 2006–2026, with about 180,033 fish stocked over that period.
When Carbon Cnty P is stocked
Carbon Cnty P is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 30 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Carbon Cnty P
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in CARBON County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Carbon Cnty P, 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 Carbon Cnty P was last stocked July 14, 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 Carbon Cnty P:
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.
Walleye Profile Tips
Highly regarded as table fare; typically targeted with jigs, live bait rigs, or trolled crankbaits, often after dark.
Channel Catfish Profile Tips
Popular with bait anglers using cut bait, worms, or prepared 'stink bait'; often stocked specifically for summer evening fishing.
Recommended Tackle for Carbon Cnty P
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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Last stocked October 2024
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 14, 2026 | Walleye | 50 | 4.58" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2026 | Channel Catfish | 300 | 6.8" | Utah DWR |
| June 4, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 503 | 11.86" | Utah DWR |
| April 30, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 11.06" | Utah DWR |
| March 24, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 506 | 10.52" | Utah DWR |
| September 16, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 900 | 10.87" | Utah DWR |
| September 16, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 11.54" | Utah DWR |
| June 19, 2025 | Channel Catfish | 5,280 | 7.24" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 10, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 825 | 9.74" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 75 | 9.74" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,300 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| April 8, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.21" | Utah DWR |
| October 12, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 900 | 11.86" | Utah DWR |
| June 20, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 1, 2023 | Channel Catfish | 888 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 11, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,298 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| April 19, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 506 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2022 | Channel Catfish | 1,074 | 3.12" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 900 | 12.13" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 900 | 12.13" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2022 | Channel Catfish | 692 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 5, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 897 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| April 20, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 899 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| September 13, 2021 | Channel Catfish | 1,000 | 3.97" | Utah DWR |
| April 28, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 900 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| March 31, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 896 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| October 19, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 901 | 11.37" | Utah DWR |
| September 30, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 257 | 11.05" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 900 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 6, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,800 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| October 17, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 560 | 11.39" | Utah DWR |
| October 7, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,020 | 11.17" | Utah DWR |
| September 24, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 10.95" | Utah DWR |
| September 10, 2019 | Channel Catfish | 499 | 3.26" | Utah DWR |
| July 2, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,250 | 9.82" | Utah DWR |
| June 3, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 10.34" | Utah DWR |
| May 21, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,008 | 10.34" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.34" | Utah DWR |
| January 8, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.76" | Utah DWR |
| September 11, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,008 | 10.92" | Utah DWR |
| August 22, 2018 | Channel Catfish | 494 | 3.37" | Utah DWR |
| August 14, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,007 | 10.73" | Utah DWR |
| July 19, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 903 | 10.37" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,600 | 10.56" | Utah DWR |
| June 13, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 510 | 10.84" | Utah DWR |
| May 15, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,012 | 10.17" | Utah DWR |
| April 27, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 10.3" | Utah DWR |
| March 28, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 9.07" | Utah DWR |
| September 20, 2017 | Channel Catfish | 499 | 3.89" | Utah DWR |
| August 25, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Carbon Cnty P last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Carbon Cnty P was last stocked July 14, 2026 with Walleye.
What fish species are stocked in Carbon Cnty P?
Carbon Cnty P is stocked with Walleye, Channel Catfish, Rainbow Trout, Wiper, and Largemouth Bass.
What time of year is Carbon Cnty P stocked?
Carbon Cnty P is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Carbon Cnty P stocked?
Carbon Cnty P has been stocked about 6 times a year — 132 recorded stockings between 2006 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Carbon Cnty P?
About 180,033 fish have been stocked in Carbon Cnty P across 132 recorded events since 2006, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Carbon Cnty P?
Fish stocked in Carbon Cnty P average about 9.9 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Carbon Cnty P?
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 Carbon Cnty P?
Freshly stocked trout in Carbon Cnty P 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.