Clear Creek Fish Stocking
UTAH County, Utah · 1980–2025 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Clear Creek was last stocked September 23, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout. Clear Creek has 70 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2025, with about 425,597 fish stocked over that period.
When Clear Creek is stocked
Clear Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in September — 22 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Clear Creek
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in UTAH County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Clear Creek, 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 Clear Creek was last stocked September 23, 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 Clear Creek:
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 Clear Creek
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 Clear Creek, freshest activity first.
Monroe Pond
15 miSEVIER County · 5 species · 117 records
Last stocked July 2026
Indian Creek Reservoir
10 miBEAVER County · 2 species · 60 records
Last stocked June 2026
Barney Lake
15 miSEVIER County · 3 species · 83 records
Last stocked September 2025
North Creek S Fork
13 miBEAVER County · 1 species · 5 records
Last stocked September 2025
Puffer Lake
15 miBEAVER County · 4 species · 220 records
Last stocked July 2025
Manning Creek
14 mi1 species · 8 records
Last stocked October 2023
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 23, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 754 | 3.18" | Utah DWR |
| September 9, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 805 | 2.46" | Utah DWR |
| September 12, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,112 | 1.9" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,009 | 2.3" | Utah DWR |
| September 8, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,396 | 1.96" | Utah DWR |
| October 27, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,536 | 2.18" | Utah DWR |
| August 16, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,960 | 1.73" | Utah DWR |
| October 8, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,006 | 2.92" | Utah DWR |
Show 42 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2020 | Speckled Dace | 282 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2020 | Mountain Sucker | 73 | 7.69" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2020 | Mottled Sculpin | 192 | 3.02" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2020 | Leatherside Chub | 321 | 2.92" | Utah DWR |
| September 23, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,005 | 2.47" | Utah DWR |
| April 11, 2018 | Tiger Trout | 4,896 | 2.19" | Utah DWR |
| September 12, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,070 | 1.72" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,025 | 7.89" | Utah DWR |
| September 18, 2015 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,143 | 2.15" | Utah DWR |
| September 17, 2015 | Cutthroat Trout | 51,244 | 2.1" | Utah DWR |
| August 24, 2015 | Cutthroat Trout | 100,496 | 1.58" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2015 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,058 | 7.33" | Utah DWR |
| October 1, 2014 | Cutthroat Trout | 43,075 | 2.39" | Utah DWR |
| September 18, 2014 | Cutthroat Trout | 32,888 | 2.08" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2014 | Cutthroat Trout | 837 | 7.95" | Utah DWR |
| June 3, 2014 | Tiger Trout | 500 | 8.93" | Utah DWR |
| October 7, 2013 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,480 | 2.7" | Utah DWR |
| June 20, 2013 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,278 | 7.58" | Utah DWR |
| September 18, 2012 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,600 | 2.43" | Utah DWR |
| September 18, 2012 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,800 | 2.43" | Utah DWR |
| August 29, 2012 | Tiger Trout | 50 | 11.64" | Utah DWR |
| October 21, 2008 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,043 | 2.85" | Utah DWR |
| August 20, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 323 | 8.01" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2007 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,019 | 1.54" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2007 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| October 19, 2004 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,846 | 2.23" | Utah DWR |
| October 29, 2001 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,949 | 2.47" | Utah DWR |
| August 21, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 101 | 10.09" | Utah DWR |
| August 14, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 299 | 10.26" | Utah DWR |
| August 16, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 201 | 9.65" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 1,509 | 3.05" | Utah DWR |
| August 16, 1990 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,007 | 2.1" | Utah DWR |
| August 4, 1988 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,075 | 1.46" | Utah DWR |
| September 11, 1987 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,001 | 2.8" | Utah DWR |
| August 25, 1986 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,007 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 17, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | — | Utah DWR |
| May 19, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | — | Utah DWR |
| August 21, 1985 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,013 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 22, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 18, 1985 | Brown Trout | 3,021 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 11,054 | — | Utah DWR |
| June 4, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | — | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Clear Creek last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Clear Creek was last stocked September 23, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Clear Creek?
Clear Creek is stocked with Cutthroat Trout, Speckled Dace, Mountain Sucker, Mottled Sculpin, Leatherside Chub, Tiger Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Brown Trout.
What time of year is Clear Creek stocked?
Clear Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in September.
How often is Clear Creek stocked?
Clear Creek has been stocked about 2 times a year — 70 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Clear Creek?
About 425,597 fish have been stocked in Clear Creek across 70 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Clear Creek?
Fish stocked in Clear Creek average about 4.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Clear Creek?
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 Clear Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Clear Creek 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.