Fairview Lake Fish Stocking
SANPETE County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Fairview Lake was last stocked April 26, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Fairview Lake has 214 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 488,120 fish stocked over that period.
When Fairview Lake is stocked
Fairview Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 136 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Fairview Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in SANPETE County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Fairview 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 Fairview Lake was last stocked April 26, 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 Fairview 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.
Rainbow Trout Profile Tips
The most commonly targeted stocked trout in the country, taken on bait, spinners, and flies alike; a common first fish for new anglers.
Recommended Tackle for Fairview 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 Fairview Lake, freshest activity first.
Huntington Reservoir
4 miSANPETE County · 3 species · 47 records
Last stocked July 2026
Electric Lake
5 miEMERY County · 4 species · 73 records
Last stocked July 2026
Millers Flat Reservoir
8 miSANPETE County · 2 species · 162 records
Last stocked July 2026
Benchs Pond
1 miSANPETE County · 2 species · 338 records
Last stocked June 2026
Boulger Pond
3 miSANPETE County · 1 species · 331 records
Last stocked June 2026
Gooseberry Reservoir
5 miSANPETE County · 2 species · 249 records
Last stocked June 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 26, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,996 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,890 | 9.49" | Utah DWR |
| May 27, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,064 | 12.34" | Utah DWR |
| May 27, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,064 | 12.34" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,155 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,155 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| June 3, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,680 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 720 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 20, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,680 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 20, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,600 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,332 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,332 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,330 | 10.96" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,330 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,330 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,330 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,750 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,750 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,750 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,750 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 6,150 | 9.82" | Utah DWR |
| May 18, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 4,680 | 9.21" | Utah DWR |
| May 18, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 2,340 | 9.21" | Utah DWR |
| June 19, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 7,000 | 9.38" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 506 | 10.32" | Utah DWR |
| June 14, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 3,496 | 9.98" | Utah DWR |
| June 14, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 3,519 | 9.98" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 5,460 | 10.46" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 1,560 | 10.46" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 7,068 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 7,050 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 7,042 | 9.14" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 7,038 | 10.09" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 2,001 | 9.22" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 2,001 | 9.22" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 2,001 | 9.22" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 2,001 | 9.22" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 8,000 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.93" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.93" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.93" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.93" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 8,000 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| July 2, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 1,666 | 8.8" | Utah DWR |
| July 2, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 1,666 | 8.8" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 1,782 | 9.24" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 1,668 | 9.05" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 1,668 | 9.05" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 8,000 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| June 14, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 2,080 | 9.45" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Fairview Lake last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Fairview Lake was last stocked April 26, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Fairview Lake?
Fairview Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Fairview Lake stocked?
Fairview Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Fairview Lake stocked?
Fairview Lake has been stocked about 5 times a year — 214 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Fairview Lake?
About 488,120 fish have been stocked in Fairview Lake across 214 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Fairview Lake?
Fish stocked in Fairview Lake average about 10.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Fairview 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 Fairview Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Fairview 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.