Hobble Creek Fish Stocking
Utah · 1986–2013 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Hobble Creek was last stocked April 1, 2013 with Rainbow Trout. Hobble Creek has 110 stocking records on file, spanning 1986–2013, with about 105,421 fish stocked over that period.
When Hobble Creek is stocked
Hobble Creek is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 36 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Hobble Creek
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 Hobble Creek, 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 Hobble Creek was last stocked April 1, 2013, 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 Hobble Creek:
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.
Kokanee & Salmon Tactics
Troll small dodgers followed by micro-hoochies or wedding ring spinners tipped with shoepeg corn. Use downriggers or lead-core line to reach cooler thermocline depths (typically 20–50 ft in summer).
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 Hobble Creek
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.
Mack's Lure Classic Wedding Ring Spinner
A classic Western trolling lure designed to be tipped with shoepeg corn and run behind a dodger in deep thermoclines.
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Hobble Creek Rt Fork
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10 miUTAH County · 3 species · 200 records
Last stocked June 2026
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Last stocked June 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 630 | 9.53" | Utah DWR |
| May 12, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 781 | 9.13" | Utah DWR |
| April 27, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 1,501 | 10.95" | Utah DWR |
| April 12, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 10.7" | Utah DWR |
| March 28, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 1,501 | 10.36" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 1,040 | 9.86" | Utah DWR |
| May 10, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 1,002 | 11.08" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 27, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
| April 12, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 10.33" | Utah DWR |
| March 29, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.72" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| June 1, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.57" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| May 12, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| April 27, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 1,002 | 9.07" | Utah DWR |
| April 24, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 498 | 14.11" | Utah DWR |
| November 12, 2008 | June Sucker | 4 | 8.74" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 813 | 9.93" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.98" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 11.26" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 13, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 11.06" | Utah DWR |
| April 30, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 11.73" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 2, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 9.33" | Utah DWR |
| April 17, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 9.1" | Utah DWR |
| April 3, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 9.32" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| May 31, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 756 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 22, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 756 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| May 11, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 751 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| May 5, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 1,008 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| April 28, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| April 13, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 490 | 8.61" | Utah DWR |
| April 12, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| March 30, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 509 | 8.61" | Utah DWR |
| March 24, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| March 24, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 508 | 9.24" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 2,499 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 25, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 506 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| April 12, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.14" | Utah DWR |
| March 28, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 8.84" | Utah DWR |
| May 17, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.85" | Utah DWR |
| May 12, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| May 5, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Hobble Creek last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Hobble Creek was last stocked April 1, 2013 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Hobble Creek?
Hobble Creek is stocked with Rainbow Trout, June Sucker, Kokanee, Cutthroat Trout, and Mottled Sculpin.
What time of year is Hobble Creek stocked?
Hobble Creek is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Hobble Creek stocked?
Hobble Creek has been stocked about 4 times a year — 110 recorded stockings between 1986 and 2013.
How many fish have been stocked in Hobble Creek?
About 105,421 fish have been stocked in Hobble Creek across 110 recorded events since 1986, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Hobble Creek?
Fish stocked in Hobble Creek average about 9.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Hobble Creek?
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 Hobble Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Hobble Creek 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.