Ft Buenaventura P Fish Stocking
WEBER County, Utah · 1970–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Ft Buenaventura P was last stocked April 29, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Ft Buenaventura P has 110 stocking records on file, spanning 1970–2026, with about 74,551 fish stocked over that period.
When Ft Buenaventura P is stocked
Ft Buenaventura P is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 27 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Ft Buenaventura P
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in WEBER County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Ft Buenaventura P, 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 Ft Buenaventura P was last stocked April 29, 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 Ft Buenaventura P:
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.
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.
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.
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 Ft Buenaventura P
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.
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.
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Other stocked waters near Ft Buenaventura P, freshest activity first.
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3 miWEBER County · 8 species · 294 records
Last stocked May 2026
Steed Pond
7 miDAVIS County · 9 species · 253 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 29, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 11.73" | Utah DWR |
| October 20, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 11.49" | Utah DWR |
| September 18, 2025 | Channel Catfish | 200 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| September 5, 2025 | Channel Catfish | 200 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2025 | Channel Catfish | 450 | 8.22" | Utah DWR |
| May 27, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 11.31" | Utah DWR |
| May 8, 2025 | Wiper | 201 | 7.98" | Utah DWR |
| April 30, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,499 | 9.99" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 28, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 12.08" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2024 | Channel Catfish | 300 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| September 5, 2024 | Channel Catfish | 300 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| August 29, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.66" | Utah DWR |
| August 19, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.66" | Utah DWR |
| June 20, 2024 | Channel Catfish | 250 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| June 4, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 10.24" | Utah DWR |
| May 23, 2024 | Wiper | 200 | 8.22" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | 10.24" | Utah DWR |
| April 17, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| March 28, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| March 13, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| September 7, 2023 | Channel Catfish | 200 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| August 24, 2023 | Channel Catfish | 260 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| July 18, 2023 | Wiper | 258 | 8.15" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2023 | Channel Catfish | 564 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| October 17, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 525 | 9.79" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,503 | 9.53" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2022 | Channel Catfish | 250 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2022 | Channel Catfish | 434 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 13, 2022 | Wiper | 501 | 7.8" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 2022 | Channel Catfish | 234 | 11.7" | Utah DWR |
| May 24, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 9, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.17" | Utah DWR |
| April 20, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | 9.95" | Utah DWR |
| March 22, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,249 | 10.33" | Utah DWR |
| October 19, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 10.52" | Utah DWR |
| September 22, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 996 | 9.69" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.46" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 415 | 14.44" | Utah DWR |
| May 27, 2021 | Channel Catfish | 428 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| May 11, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.66" | Utah DWR |
| April 20, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.13" | Utah DWR |
| April 6, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.07" | Utah DWR |
| March 10, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 17.1" | Utah DWR |
| March 9, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 497 | 8.41" | Utah DWR |
| November 3, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 354 | 10.42" | Utah DWR |
| October 26, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 633 | 10.42" | Utah DWR |
| October 12, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 633 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| September 28, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 632 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| September 24, 2020 | Bluegill | 5,010 | 2.46" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2020 | Channel Catfish | 1,000 | 2.48" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Ft Buenaventura P last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Ft Buenaventura P was last stocked April 29, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Ft Buenaventura P?
Ft Buenaventura P is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Channel Catfish, Wiper, and Bluegill.
What time of year is Ft Buenaventura P stocked?
Ft Buenaventura P is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Ft Buenaventura P stocked?
Ft Buenaventura P has been stocked about 2 times a year — 110 recorded stockings between 1970 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Ft Buenaventura P?
About 74,551 fish have been stocked in Ft Buenaventura P across 110 recorded events since 1970, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Ft Buenaventura P?
Fish stocked in Ft Buenaventura P average about 10.2 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Ft Buenaventura P?
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 Ft Buenaventura P?
Freshly stocked trout in Ft Buenaventura P 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.