Foy Lake Fish Stocking
SAN JUAN County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Foy Lake was last stocked April 23, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Foy Lake has 166 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 242,908 fish stocked over that period.
When Foy Lake is stocked
Foy Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 54 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Foy Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in SAN JUAN County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Foy 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 Foy Lake was last stocked April 23, 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 Foy 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.
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 Foy 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 Foy Lake, freshest activity first.
Medicine Lake
38 miSAN JUAN County · 2 species · 73 records
Last stocked July 2026
Dark Canyon Lake
42 miSAN JUAN County · 4 species · 156 records
Last stocked July 2026
Oowah Lake
43 miGRAND County · 2 species · 131 records
Last stocked July 2026
Blanding Reservoir No 4
16 miSAN JUAN County · 2 species · 230 records
Last stocked May 2026
Blanding Reservoir No 3
16 miSAN JUAN County · 2 species · 155 records
Last stocked May 2026
Monticello Lake
2 miSAN JUAN County · 3 species · 208 records
Last stocked April 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 23, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,498 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| April 8, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,601 | 10.09" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,506 | 10.35" | Utah DWR |
| April 22, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,620 | 10.21" | Utah DWR |
| July 17, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 960 | 9.9" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 990 | 10.19" | Utah DWR |
| May 15, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,150 | 10.04" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,605 | 10.15" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 10.86" | Utah DWR |
| June 17, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 600 | 10.04" | Utah DWR |
| May 12, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 956 | 10.5" | Utah DWR |
| July 17, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 964 | 10.06" | Utah DWR |
| June 22, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,140 | 10.07" | Utah DWR |
| May 5, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,004 | 10.02" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 972 | 10.33" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.99" | Utah DWR |
| May 7, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,121 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 982 | 8.68" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,140 | 10.3" | Utah DWR |
| April 24, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,008 | 9.89" | Utah DWR |
| July 17, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 1,051 | 9.76" | Utah DWR |
| June 20, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 1,050 | 10.22" | Utah DWR |
| May 8, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 998 | 10.22" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 959 | 10.1" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,047 | 9.88" | Utah DWR |
| April 27, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,097 | 8.45" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 824 | 9.53" | Utah DWR |
| June 22, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 1,002 | 9.43" | Utah DWR |
| April 22, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 1,278 | 8.45" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 924 | 8.9" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 1,002 | 8.6" | Utah DWR |
| May 7, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 1,201 | 8.42" | Utah DWR |
| July 15, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 944 | 9.84" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 1,025 | 7.93" | Utah DWR |
| April 25, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 1,067 | 9.86" | Utah DWR |
| July 30, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 689 | 10.89" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 796 | 10.85" | Utah DWR |
| May 24, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 802 | 10.15" | Utah DWR |
| April 24, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 814 | 10.24" | Utah DWR |
| July 27, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 261 | 11.06" | Utah DWR |
| July 27, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 439 | 11.17" | Utah DWR |
| June 22, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 10.45" | Utah DWR |
| May 24, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 10.39" | Utah DWR |
| April 25, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 799 | 9.99" | Utah DWR |
| July 27, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 510 | 10.62" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 812 | 10.33" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 10.03" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 3,100 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 4, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 10.01" | Utah DWR |
| August 4, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 420 | 10.54" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Foy Lake last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Foy Lake was last stocked April 23, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Foy Lake?
Foy Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Tiger Trout, and Brook Trout.
What time of year is Foy Lake stocked?
Foy Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Foy Lake stocked?
Foy Lake has been stocked about 4 times a year — 166 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Foy Lake?
About 242,908 fish have been stocked in Foy Lake across 166 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Foy Lake?
Fish stocked in Foy Lake average about 8.8 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Foy 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 Foy Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Foy 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.