Hourglass Pond Fish Stocking
Utah · 2011–2023 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Hourglass Pond was last stocked May 25, 2023 with Brook Trout. Hourglass Pond has 47 stocking records on file, spanning 2011–2023, with about 32,282 fish stocked over that period.
When Hourglass Pond is stocked
Hourglass Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 29 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Hourglass 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 Hourglass 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 Hourglass Pond was last stocked May 25, 2023, 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 Hourglass 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.
Brook Trout Profile Tips
A favorite of high-country and small-stream anglers; often more willing to strike than brown or rainbow trout in the same water.
Brown Trout Profile Tips
Known for being wary and selective, brown trout are a prized target for fly anglers, especially larger, nocturnal-feeding fish.
Recommended Tackle for Hourglass 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.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Hourglass Pond, freshest activity first.
Moon Lake
7 miDUCHESNE County · 7 species · 298 records
Last stocked July 2026
North Pond
0 miWASHINGTON County · 1 species · 8 records
Last stocked June 2026
Brown Duck Lake
6 miDUCHESNE County · 2 species · 18 records
Last stocked September 2025
Ghost Pond
0 miUINTAH County · 2 species · 8 records
Last stocked June 2025
Cutthroat Pond
0 mi2 species · 10 records
Last stocked October 2023
Pier Pond
0 mi1 species · 17 records
Last stocked May 2023
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 25, 2023 | Brook Trout | 400 | 2.31" | Utah DWR |
| May 25, 2023 | Brown Trout | 499 | 2.14" | Utah DWR |
| May 8, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 3.22" | Utah DWR |
| May 8, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 8.97" | Utah DWR |
| May 27, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | 8.71" | Utah DWR |
| May 23, 2022 | Brown Trout | 504 | 2.25" | Utah DWR |
| May 23, 2022 | Brook Trout | 506 | 2.92" | Utah DWR |
| May 23, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 998 | 3.18" | Utah DWR |
Show 39 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 488 | 9.16" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2021 | Brown Trout | 499 | 2.74" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2021 | Brook Trout | 505 | 3.05" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,002 | 3.83" | Utah DWR |
| May 21, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | 9.27" | Utah DWR |
| May 21, 2020 | Brook Trout | 529 | 3.07" | Utah DWR |
| May 21, 2020 | Brown Trout | 525 | 2.67" | Utah DWR |
| May 21, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,020 | 3.47" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2019 | Brook Trout | 498 | 3.1" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 996 | 3.53" | Utah DWR |
| May 16, 2019 | Brown Trout | 476 | 2.29" | Utah DWR |
| May 16, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.81" | Utah DWR |
| August 1, 2018 | Brook Trout | 513 | 3.28" | Utah DWR |
| May 25, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 532 | 9.84" | Utah DWR |
| May 25, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 4.07" | Utah DWR |
| April 12, 2018 | Brown Trout | 497 | 2.99" | Utah DWR |
| September 6, 2017 | Brown Trout | 508 | 3.95" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 994 | 3.26" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 11.08" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 599 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| October 27, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 3,540 | 7.57" | Utah DWR |
| July 13, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 1,066 | 10.63" | Utah DWR |
| May 18, 2015 | Tiger Trout | 570 | 3.2" | Utah DWR |
| May 13, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 534 | 9.29" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 1,067 | 8.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 992 | 4.32" | Utah DWR |
| May 20, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 538 | 8.35" | Utah DWR |
| May 16, 2014 | Tiger Trout | 497 | 3.03" | Utah DWR |
| August 14, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 1,020 | 3.47" | Utah DWR |
| July 22, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 851 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| July 15, 2013 | Tiger Trout | 501 | 3.46" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 550 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| May 22, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| August 8, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| July 5, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 434 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| July 3, 2012 | Tiger Trout | 510 | 3.11" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2012 | Brown Trout | 314 | 3.23" | Utah DWR |
| May 8, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | 9.55" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 2011 | Brown Trout | 306 | 4.03" | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Hourglass Pond last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Hourglass Pond was last stocked May 25, 2023 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Hourglass Pond?
Hourglass Pond is stocked with Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Tiger Trout.
What time of year is Hourglass Pond stocked?
Hourglass Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Hourglass Pond stocked?
Hourglass Pond has been stocked about 4 times a year — 47 recorded stockings between 2011 and 2023.
How many fish have been stocked in Hourglass Pond?
About 32,282 fish have been stocked in Hourglass Pond across 47 recorded events since 2011, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Hourglass Pond?
Fish stocked in Hourglass Pond average about 5.6 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Hourglass 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 Hourglass Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Hourglass 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.