Huntington G F Ponds Fish Stocking
Utah · 1998–2023 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Huntington G F Ponds was last stocked May 10, 2023 with Rainbow Trout. Huntington G F Ponds has 45 stocking records on file, spanning 1998–2023, with about 28,530 fish stocked over that period.
When Huntington G F Ponds is stocked
Huntington G F Ponds is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 15 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Huntington G F Ponds
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 Huntington G F Ponds, 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 Huntington G F Ponds was last stocked May 10, 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 Huntington G F Ponds:
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.
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.
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 Huntington G F Ponds
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 10, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| May 10, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| April 14, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 297 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| September 13, 2021 | Channel Catfish | 250 | 3.97" | Utah DWR |
| April 28, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 6, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| May 6, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 506 | 10.08" | Utah DWR |
| September 11, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 10.92" | Utah DWR |
Show 37 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 506 | 10.17" | Utah DWR |
| August 22, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 507 | 10.84" | Utah DWR |
| March 28, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 498 | 9.56" | Utah DWR |
| August 30, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 512 | 11.26" | Utah DWR |
| April 11, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.71" | Utah DWR |
| September 8, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 84 | 12.86" | Utah DWR |
| August 11, 2015 | Largemouth Bass | 400 | 1.71" | Utah DWR |
| April 27, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 510 | 9.97" | Utah DWR |
| September 11, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 510 | 11.63" | Utah DWR |
| April 30, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 512 | 9.19" | Utah DWR |
| September 18, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9.55" | Utah DWR |
| May 2, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 506 | 11.76" | Utah DWR |
| September 12, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 450 | 10.53" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 116 | 10.41" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 335 | 9.88" | Utah DWR |
| September 22, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | 11.37" | Utah DWR |
| April 19, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | 10.55" | Utah DWR |
| April 19, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 751 | 9.35" | Utah DWR |
| April 14, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 152 | 9.27" | Utah DWR |
| April 14, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 852 | 9.33" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.57" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 24, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 1,564 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 1,980 | 8.99" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2003 | Rainbow Trout | 1,998 | 8.86" | Utah DWR |
| May 2, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 2,002 | 9.54" | Utah DWR |
| April 2, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 172 | 17.98" | Utah DWR |
| March 25, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.7" | Utah DWR |
| May 24, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 1,002 | 9.78" | Utah DWR |
| March 22, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 1,003 | 9.12" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9" | Utah DWR |
| June 3, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.7" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 1999 | Bluegill | 550 | 10.86" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 1999 | Largemouth Bass | 99 | 9.26" | Utah DWR |
| March 26, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 402 | 15.51" | Utah DWR |
| May 21, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8.74" | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Huntington G F Ponds last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Huntington G F Ponds was last stocked May 10, 2023 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Huntington G F Ponds?
Huntington G F Ponds is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, and Bluegill.
What time of year is Huntington G F Ponds stocked?
Huntington G F Ponds is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Huntington G F Ponds stocked?
Huntington G F Ponds has been stocked about 2 times a year — 45 recorded stockings between 1998 and 2023.
How many fish have been stocked in Huntington G F Ponds?
About 28,530 fish have been stocked in Huntington G F Ponds across 45 recorded events since 1998, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Huntington G F Ponds?
Fish stocked in Huntington G F Ponds average about 10.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Huntington G F Ponds?
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 Huntington G F Ponds?
Freshly stocked trout in Huntington G F Ponds 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.