Governors Lake Fish Stocking
Utah · 1980–2022 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Governors Lake was last stocked June 29, 2022 with Brook Trout. Governors Lake has 13 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2022, with about 43,245 fish stocked over that period.
When Governors Lake is stocked
Governors Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 9 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Governors Lake, freshest activity first.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 29, 2022 | Brook Trout | 3,660 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2018 | Brook Trout | 3,600 | 2.88" | Utah DWR |
| June 19, 2014 | Brook Trout | 3,612 | 2.4" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2010 | Brook Trout | 3,600 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 2006 | Brook Trout | 3,600 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2006 | Brook Trout | 3,600 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2004 | Brook Trout | 3,602 | 2.48" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2000 | Brook Trout | 1,005 | 2.55" | Utah DWR |
Show 5 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 12, 1996 | Brook Trout | 3,615 | 2.38" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 1992 | Brook Trout | 3,611 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 1988 | Brook Trout | 3,624 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 1984 | Brook Trout | 3,610 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 1980 | Brook Trout | 2,506 | — | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Governors Lake last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Governors Lake was last stocked June 29, 2022 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Governors Lake?
Governors Lake is stocked with Brook Trout.
What time of year is Governors Lake stocked?
Governors Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Governors Lake stocked?
Governors Lake is stocked intermittently — 13 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2022.
How many fish have been stocked in Governors Lake?
About 43,245 fish have been stocked in Governors Lake across 13 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Governors Lake?
Fish stocked in Governors Lake average about 2.7 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.