Holmes Creek Reservoir Fish Stocking
DAVIS County, Utah · 2006–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Holmes Creek Reservoir was last stocked April 13, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Holmes Creek Reservoir has 92 stocking records on file, spanning 2006–2026, with about 208,933 fish stocked over that period.
When Holmes Creek Reservoir is stocked
Holmes Creek Reservoir is typically stocked year-round, most often in September — 25 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Holmes Creek Reservoir
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in DAVIS County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Holmes Creek Reservoir, 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 Holmes Creek Reservoir was last stocked April 13, 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 Holmes Creek Reservoir:
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.
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 Holmes Creek Reservoir
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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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 13, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,501 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| March 24, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 9.5" | Utah DWR |
| September 25, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,502 | 8.94" | Utah DWR |
| May 19, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9.69" | Utah DWR |
| March 25, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,001 | 9.5" | Utah DWR |
| March 5, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.43" | Utah DWR |
| May 17, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| March 12, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,999 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 27, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.17" | Utah DWR |
| February 27, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.17" | Utah DWR |
| October 16, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,501 | 9.5" | Utah DWR |
| May 23, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,501 | 9.45" | Utah DWR |
| April 25, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,100 | 9.44" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 9.21" | Utah DWR |
| May 10, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,499 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| April 4, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| March 28, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,499 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| September 1, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 2,499 | 9.4" | Utah DWR |
| April 6, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 2,251 | 9.55" | Utah DWR |
| March 22, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 2,251 | 9.62" | Utah DWR |
| September 23, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,735 | 10.27" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,736 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,736 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| September 25, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,731 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| April 9, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,770 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| March 21, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,701 | 11.99" | Utah DWR |
| September 25, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 9.42" | Utah DWR |
| March 29, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| March 29, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 2,499 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| March 14, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 9.27" | Utah DWR |
| March 14, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 9.27" | Utah DWR |
| September 13, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 2,502 | 9.14" | Utah DWR |
| March 10, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| March 10, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| September 22, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 2,502 | 8.63" | Utah DWR |
| February 19, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 2,499 | 9" | Utah DWR |
| February 19, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 2,499 | 9" | Utah DWR |
| September 4, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 2,751 | 8.63" | Utah DWR |
| September 4, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 2,751 | 8.63" | Utah DWR |
| March 11, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 2,499 | 8.86" | Utah DWR |
| March 11, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 2,499 | 8.86" | Utah DWR |
| September 17, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 2,749 | 8.93" | Utah DWR |
| September 17, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 2,749 | 8.93" | Utah DWR |
| March 19, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 2,499 | 9.35" | Utah DWR |
| March 19, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 2,499 | 9.35" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 2,749 | 8.84" | Utah DWR |
| September 13, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 2,751 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| April 10, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 1,550 | 9.31" | Utah DWR |
| April 10, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 3,448 | 9.31" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Holmes Creek Reservoir last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Holmes Creek Reservoir was last stocked April 13, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Holmes Creek Reservoir?
Holmes Creek Reservoir is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Channel Catfish.
What time of year is Holmes Creek Reservoir stocked?
Holmes Creek Reservoir is typically stocked year-round, most often in September.
How often is Holmes Creek Reservoir stocked?
Holmes Creek Reservoir has been stocked about 4 times a year — 92 recorded stockings between 2006 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Holmes Creek Reservoir?
About 208,933 fish have been stocked in Holmes Creek Reservoir across 92 recorded events since 2006, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Holmes Creek Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Holmes Creek Reservoir average about 9.9 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Holmes Creek Reservoir?
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 Holmes Creek Reservoir?
Freshly stocked trout in Holmes Creek Reservoir 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.