Harrisville City Pond Fish Stocking
Utah · 2018–2024 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Harrisville City Pond was last stocked October 8, 2024 with Rainbow Trout. Harrisville City Pond has 31 stocking records on file, spanning 2018–2024, with about 10,298 fish stocked over that period.
When Harrisville City Pond is stocked
Harrisville City Pond is typically stocked year-round, most often in September — 7 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Harrisville City Pond
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Harrisville City Pond, 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 Harrisville City Pond was last stocked October 8, 2024, 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 Harrisville City Pond:
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.
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.
Largemouth Bass Profile Tips
The centerpiece of American bass fishing culture, taken on everything from topwater lures to soft plastics and live bait.
Recommended Tackle for Harrisville City Pond
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.
Gary Yamamoto 5-inch Custom Senko Stickbaits
The heavy salt-impregnated plastic produces a unique horizontal shimmy on the fall around weed beds, docks, and submerged timber.
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 8, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 299 | 10.9" | Utah DWR |
| August 27, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 11.27" | Utah DWR |
| March 27, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| November 1, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 11.91" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2023 | Largemouth Bass | 180 | 2.55" | Utah DWR |
| August 22, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 202 | 11.35" | Utah DWR |
| March 29, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 799 | 10.11" | Utah DWR |
| October 26, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 11.37" | Utah DWR |
Show 23 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 23, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | 11.49" | Utah DWR |
| March 16, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 802 | 9.44" | Utah DWR |
| October 19, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 11.63" | Utah DWR |
| October 5, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 301 | 11.63" | Utah DWR |
| March 9, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 9.21" | Utah DWR |
| September 28, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 99 | 9.42" | Utah DWR |
| September 24, 2020 | Bluegill | 1,002 | 2.46" | Utah DWR |
| September 14, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 206 | 9.42" | Utah DWR |
| August 12, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 201 | 9.95" | Utah DWR |
| July 30, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 9.09" | Utah DWR |
| March 10, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 802 | 8.05" | Utah DWR |
| September 30, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| September 24, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 10.1" | Utah DWR |
| September 18, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | 9.93" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 201 | 8.7" | Utah DWR |
| April 30, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 204 | 8.77" | Utah DWR |
| April 8, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 8.55" | Utah DWR |
| October 10, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.17" | Utah DWR |
| August 30, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 9.91" | Utah DWR |
| August 2, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 10.74" | Utah DWR |
| July 31, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 199 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 201 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| April 30, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 201 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Harrisville City Pond last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Harrisville City Pond was last stocked October 8, 2024 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Harrisville City Pond?
Harrisville City Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, and Bluegill.
What time of year is Harrisville City Pond stocked?
Harrisville City Pond is typically stocked year-round, most often in September.
How often is Harrisville City Pond stocked?
Harrisville City Pond has been stocked about 4 times a year — 31 recorded stockings between 2018 and 2024.
How many fish have been stocked in Harrisville City Pond?
About 10,298 fish have been stocked in Harrisville City Pond across 31 recorded events since 2018, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Harrisville City Pond?
Fish stocked in Harrisville City Pond average about 9.5 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Harrisville City Pond?
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 Harrisville City Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Harrisville City Pond 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.