Castle Lake Fish Stocking
Utah · 1981–2022 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Castle Lake was last stocked September 23, 2022 with Cutthroat Trout. Castle Lake has 19 stocking records on file, spanning 1981–2022, with about 6,685 fish stocked over that period.
When Castle Lake is stocked
Castle Lake is typically stocked in fall, most often in September — 10 stocking events in that peak month.
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 23, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 223 | 1.57" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 2019 | Tiger Trout | 95 | 2.65" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2016 | Tiger Trout | 99 | 3.62" | Utah DWR |
| August 1, 2011 | Tiger Trout | 1,352 | 2.94" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 0 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2009 | Cutthroat Trout | 0 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2008 | Cutthroat Trout | 300 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| October 9, 2006 | Cutthroat Trout | 294 | 2.06" | Utah DWR |
Show 11 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 30, 2006 | Cutthroat Trout | 300 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| October 9, 1998 | Cutthroat Trout | 301 | 2.44" | Utah DWR |
| September 6, 1995 | Cutthroat Trout | 329 | 1.68" | Utah DWR |
| September 2, 1993 | Cutthroat Trout | 307 | 1.82" | Utah DWR |
| September 27, 1991 | Cutthroat Trout | 306 | 0" | Utah DWR |
| August 25, 1989 | Cutthroat Trout | 300 | 1.86" | Utah DWR |
| August 17, 1987 | Cutthroat Trout | 323 | 2.03" | Utah DWR |
| August 7, 1985 | Cutthroat Trout | 304 | — | Utah DWR |
| September 10, 1983 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,245 | — | Utah DWR |
| September 10, 1983 | Cutthroat Trout | 287 | — | Utah DWR |
| August 18, 1981 | Cutthroat Trout | 320 | — | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Castle Lake last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Castle Lake was last stocked September 23, 2022 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Castle Lake?
Castle Lake is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Tiger Trout.
What time of year is Castle Lake stocked?
Castle Lake is typically stocked in fall, most often in September.
How often is Castle Lake stocked?
Castle Lake is stocked intermittently — 19 recorded stockings between 1981 and 2022.
How many fish have been stocked in Castle Lake?
About 6,685 fish have been stocked in Castle Lake across 19 recorded events since 1981, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Castle Lake?
Fish stocked in Castle Lake average about 2.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.