Fern Lake Fish Stocking
Utah · 1981–2023 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Fern Lake was last stocked July 21, 2023 with Brook Trout. Fern Lake has 19 stocking records on file, spanning 1981–2023, with about 27,145 fish stocked over that period.
When Fern Lake is stocked
Fern Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 14 stocking events in that peak month.
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By species
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 21, 2023 | Brook Trout | 1,452 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2021 | Brook Trout | 1,449 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 2017 | Brook Trout | 1,446 | 2.29" | Utah DWR |
| June 19, 2014 | Brook Trout | 1,463 | 2.4" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2013 | Brook Trout | 1,445 | 2.57" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2010 | Brook Trout | 1,450 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2009 | Brook Trout | 0 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2008 | Brook Trout | 1,450 | 2.92" | Utah DWR |
Show 11 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2008 | Brook Trout | 1,450 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2005 | Brook Trout | 1,394 | 2.65" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2005 | Brook Trout | 1,400 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2002 | Brook Trout | 1,454 | 2.54" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 1999 | Brook Trout | 1,455 | 2.72" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 1996 | Brook Trout | 1,456 | 2.3" | Utah DWR |
| July 21, 1993 | Brook Trout | 1,452 | 2.61" | Utah DWR |
| July 5, 1990 | Brook Trout | 1,448 | 3.02" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 1987 | Brook Trout | 1,462 | 2.67" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 1984 | Brook Trout | 2,016 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 1981 | Brook Trout | 2,003 | — | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Fern Lake last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Fern Lake was last stocked July 21, 2023 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Fern Lake?
Fern Lake is stocked with Brook Trout.
What time of year is Fern Lake stocked?
Fern Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Fern Lake stocked?
Fern Lake is stocked intermittently — 19 recorded stockings between 1981 and 2023.
How many fish have been stocked in Fern Lake?
About 27,145 fish have been stocked in Fern Lake across 19 recorded events since 1981, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Fern Lake?
Fish stocked in Fern Lake average about 2.7 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.