Ferron Reservoir Fish Stocking
SANPETE County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Ferron Reservoir was last stocked July 21, 2026 with Brook Trout. Ferron Reservoir has 211 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 522,033 fish stocked over that period.
When Ferron Reservoir is stocked
Ferron Reservoir is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 74 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Ferron Reservoir
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 Ferron 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 Ferron Reservoir was last stocked July 21, 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 Ferron Reservoir:
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.
Brook Trout Profile Tips
A favorite of high-country and small-stream anglers; often more willing to strike than brown or rainbow trout in the same water.
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 Ferron Reservoir
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 Ferron Reservoir, freshest activity first.
Emery Reservoir
3 miSANPETE County · 2 species · 42 records
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Shingle Mill Reservoir
5 miSANPETE County · 3 species · 72 records
Last stocked July 2026
Upper Wpa
4 miSANPETE County · 2 species · 15 records
Last stocked June 2026
Amber's Muddy Hole
4 miSANPETE County · 1 species · 3 records
Last stocked June 2026
Riches Pond
4 miSANPETE County · 1 species · 32 records
Last stocked June 2026
Lower Wpa
4 miSANPETE County · 1 species · 35 records
Last stocked June 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 21, 2026 | Brook Trout | 1,514 | 3.11" | Utah DWR |
| May 27, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,999 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| October 27, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,052 | 2.32" | Utah DWR |
| July 23, 2025 | Brook Trout | 2,032 | 3.51" | Utah DWR |
| July 21, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 630 | 10.32" | Utah DWR |
| July 15, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,360 | 11.07" | Utah DWR |
| August 22, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 999 | 7.8" | Utah DWR |
| July 31, 2024 | Brook Trout | 1,525 | 3.2" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 2, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| July 2, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| August 15, 2023 | Brook Trout | 1,571 | 3.5" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,010 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| July 11, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 998 | 6.7" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 999 | 6.94" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 2022 | Brook Trout | 1,507 | 2.88" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 22, 2021 | Brook Trout | 1,512 | 2.71" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| July 20, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,001 | 7.55" | Utah DWR |
| June 25, 2020 | Brook Trout | 1,568 | 2.6" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 11.25" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 11.25" | Utah DWR |
| July 22, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,006 | 7.95" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 2019 | Brook Trout | 1,003 | 3.09" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 0 | 11.06" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 887 | 11.06" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,111 | 11.06" | Utah DWR |
| July 18, 2018 | Brook Trout | 1,538 | 3.09" | Utah DWR |
| July 2, 2018 | Cutthroat Trout | 169 | 7.21" | Utah DWR |
| June 4, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 10.49" | Utah DWR |
| August 8, 2017 | Brook Trout | 1,508 | 2.83" | Utah DWR |
| July 31, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 405 | 9.79" | Utah DWR |
| June 14, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 1,592 | 10.41" | Utah DWR |
| October 12, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,528 | 2.08" | Utah DWR |
| August 4, 2016 | Brook Trout | 1,547 | 2.83" | Utah DWR |
| July 19, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,008 | 8.18" | Utah DWR |
| June 13, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 2,001 | 10.32" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2015 | Brook Trout | 830 | 2.68" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2015 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,050 | 7.5" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 2,001 | 9.86" | Utah DWR |
| July 30, 2014 | Brook Trout | 1,505 | 6.32" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2014 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,013 | 7.49" | Utah DWR |
| June 19, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 2,015 | 9.98" | Utah DWR |
| July 23, 2013 | Brook Trout | 1,500 | 2.48" | Utah DWR |
| June 13, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 2,004 | 9.33" | Utah DWR |
| September 7, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 1,008 | 9.83" | Utah DWR |
| July 30, 2012 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,255 | 7.08" | Utah DWR |
| July 25, 2012 | Tiger Trout | 12,420 | 3.08" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Ferron Reservoir last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Ferron Reservoir was last stocked July 21, 2026 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Ferron Reservoir?
Ferron Reservoir is stocked with Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, Cutthroat Trout, and Tiger Trout.
What time of year is Ferron Reservoir stocked?
Ferron Reservoir is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Ferron Reservoir stocked?
Ferron Reservoir has been stocked about 4 times a year — 211 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Ferron Reservoir?
About 522,033 fish have been stocked in Ferron Reservoir across 211 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Ferron Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Ferron Reservoir average about 8.7 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Ferron 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.
How do you catch stocked trout in Ferron Reservoir?
Freshly stocked trout in Ferron Reservoir 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.