James Lake Fish Stocking
Utah · 1980–2024 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), James Lake was last stocked July 3, 2024 with Brook Trout. James Lake has 26 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2024, with about 5,471 fish stocked over that period.
When James Lake is stocked
James Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 19 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near James Lake, freshest activity first.
Wall Lake
1 miSUMMIT County · 3 species · 27 records
Last stocked July 2025
Divide Lake No 1
0 miSUMMIT County · 1 species · 26 records
Last stocked June 2025
Faith Lake
1 miSUMMIT County · 1 species · 14 records
Last stocked June 2025
Clyde Lake
0 miSUMMIT County · 1 species · 19 records
Last stocked June 2025
Watson Lake
1 miSUMMIT County · 1 species · 30 records
Last stocked June 2025
Twin Lake Lower
1 mi2 species · 24 records
Last stocked July 2024
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 3, 2024 | Brook Trout | 204 | 2.9" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2022 | Brook Trout | 204 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| July 30, 2020 | Brook Trout | 198 | 2.47" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 2018 | Brook Trout | 200 | 2.88" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 2016 | Brook Trout | 200 | 2.16" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 2014 | Brook Trout | 199 | 1.78" | Utah DWR |
| June 25, 2012 | Brook Trout | 195 | 2.3" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2010 | Brook Trout | 196 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
Show 18 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2009 | Brook Trout | 0 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2008 | Brook Trout | 200 | 2.92" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2008 | Brook Trout | 0 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2008 | Brook Trout | 200 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 2006 | Brook Trout | 204 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2006 | Brook Trout | 200 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2004 | Brook Trout | 196 | 2.48" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2002 | Brook Trout | 199 | 2.54" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 1998 | Brook Trout | 208 | 2.46" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 1996 | Brook Trout | 205 | 2.3" | Utah DWR |
| September 6, 1995 | Cutthroat Trout | 855 | 1.68" | Utah DWR |
| July 5, 1994 | Brook Trout | 195 | 2.82" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 1992 | Brook Trout | 196 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 5, 1990 | Brook Trout | 197 | 3.02" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 1988 | Brook Trout | 212 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 1986 | Brook Trout | 209 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 1984 | Brook Trout | 200 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 1980 | Brook Trout | 199 | — | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was James Lake last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), James Lake was last stocked July 3, 2024 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in James Lake?
James Lake is stocked with Brook Trout and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is James Lake stocked?
James Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is James Lake stocked?
James Lake is stocked intermittently — 26 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2024.
How many fish have been stocked in James Lake?
About 5,471 fish have been stocked in James Lake across 26 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in James Lake?
Fish stocked in James Lake average about 2.6 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.