Cutler Reservoir Fish Stocking
CACHE County, Utah · 1981–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Cutler Reservoir was last stocked April 1, 2026 with Walleye. Cutler Reservoir has 5 stocking records on file, spanning 1981–2026, with about 54,792 fish stocked over that period.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Cutler Reservoir
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in CACHE County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Cutler Reservoir, 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 Cutler Reservoir was last stocked April 1, 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.
Recommended Tackle & Presentations
Techniques tailored to the species stocked in Cutler Reservoir:
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 Cutler Reservoir
Field-tested tackle and presentations matched to the species stocked here.
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.
Catfish Carolina Rig & Egg Sinker Terminal Kit
Delivers cut bait or stink bait right to channel bottoms and deep holes where stocked channel cats scavenge.
Gary Yamamoto 5-inch Custom Senko Stickbaits
The heavy salt-impregnated plastic produces a unique horizontal shimmy on the fall around weed beds, docks, and submerged timber.
Bobby Garland Baby Shad Crappie Jig & Plastic Kit
Micro-jig heads paired with soft swimbaits mimic tiny baitfish and insects for schooling crappie and bluegill.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Cutler Reservoir, freshest activity first.
Logan River
14 miCACHE County · 5 species · 2246 records
Last stocked July 2026
Cold Spring Lakes
15 miBOX ELDER County · 1 species · 184 records
Last stocked June 2026
Pelican Pond
11 miCACHE County · 2 species · 2 records
Last stocked June 2026
Smithfield Creek
13 miCACHE County · 3 species · 147 records
Last stocked June 2026
Wellsville Reservoir
14 miCACHE County · 8 species · 359 records
Last stocked June 2026
Skylers Pond
10 miCACHE County · 4 species · 155 records
Last stocked May 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2026 | Walleye | 9,000 | 0.31" | Utah DWR |
| March 17, 2026 | Walleye | 39 | 8.01" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2016 | Channel Catfish | 19,999 | 3.38" | Utah DWR |
| April 6, 1990 | Channel Catfish | 25,631 | 0" | Utah DWR |
| September 16, 1981 | Largemouth Bass | 123 | — | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Cutler Reservoir last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Cutler Reservoir was last stocked April 1, 2026 with Walleye.
What fish species are stocked in Cutler Reservoir?
Cutler Reservoir is stocked with Walleye, Channel Catfish, and Largemouth Bass.
How often is Cutler Reservoir stocked?
Cutler Reservoir is stocked intermittently — 5 recorded stockings between 1981 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Cutler Reservoir?
About 54,792 fish have been stocked in Cutler Reservoir across 5 recorded events since 1981, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Cutler Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Cutler Reservoir average about 2.9 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Cutler Reservoir?
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.