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Jensen Nature Park Pond Fish Stocking

DAVIS County, Utah · 1970–2026 on record

Source: Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report· updated 2026-06-01

According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Jensen Nature Park Pond was last stocked June 1, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Jensen Nature Park Pond has 445 stocking records on file, spanning 1970–2026, with about 490,050 fish stocked over that period.

June 1, 2026
Last stocked
490,050
Fish stocked
12
Species
445
Stocking records

When Jensen Nature Park Pond is stocked

Jensen Nature Park Pond is typically stocked year-round, most often in April — 67 stocking events in that peak month.

How Jensen Nature Park Pond's stockings spread across the calendar year.

Angler's Field Guide

Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Jensen Nature Park Pond

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 Jensen Nature Park 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 Jensen Nature Park Pond was last stocked June 1, 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 Jensen Nature Park 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.

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.

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 Jensen Nature Park Pond

Field-tested tackle and presentations matched to the species stocked here.

Hatchery Trout FavoriteBerkley

Berkley PowerBait Floating Trout Dough

Hatchery-raised trout are conditioned to pelleted scents; scented dough floated 12–18 inches off bottom consistently triggers strikes.

Top Casting LurePanther Martin

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.

Essential RiggingEagle Claw

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.

Catfish EssentialGamakatsu

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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Nearby stocked waters

Other stocked waters near Jensen Nature Park Pond, freshest activity first.

Stocking history

Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.

DateSpeciesNumberSizeSource
June 1, 2026Rainbow Trout50010.77"Utah DWR
May 19, 2026Rainbow Trout6999.46"Utah DWR
May 4, 2026Rainbow Trout1,2009.55"Utah DWR
April 22, 2026Rainbow Trout5019.43"Utah DWR
April 7, 2026Rainbow Trout6009.69"Utah DWR
April 7, 2026Rainbow Trout18020.27"Utah DWR
March 16, 2026Rainbow Trout4999.46"Utah DWR
January 13, 2026Brown Trout38214.44"Utah DWR
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DateSpeciesNumberSizeSource
November 10, 2025Rainbow Trout7999.46"Utah DWR
October 15, 2025Rainbow Trout1,0019.69"Utah DWR
October 9, 2025Tiger Trout16310.7"Utah DWR
October 9, 2025Tiger Trout23310.7"Utah DWR
September 29, 2025Rainbow Trout2,0009.43"Utah DWR
June 19, 2025Channel Catfish3,4806"Utah DWR
June 5, 2025Channel Catfish3,4806.6"Utah DWR
June 4, 2025Rainbow Trout4999.87"Utah DWR
May 19, 2025Rainbow Trout5019.69"Utah DWR
April 28, 2025Rainbow Trout2019.64"Utah DWR
April 28, 2025Wiper3527.24"Utah DWR
April 14, 2025Rainbow Trout8159.63"Utah DWR
April 10, 2025Rainbow Trout40017.1"Utah DWR
April 1, 2025Rainbow Trout5999.5"Utah DWR
March 17, 2025Rainbow Trout6869.5"Utah DWR
March 4, 2025Rainbow Trout6029.43"Utah DWR
February 15, 2025Rainbow Trout5999.43"Utah DWR
January 30, 2025Rainbow Trout25519.26"Utah DWR
November 18, 2024Rainbow Trout7999.75"Utah DWR
October 22, 2024Rainbow Trout9999.75"Utah DWR
October 16, 2024Tiger Trout41411.16"Utah DWR
September 24, 2024Rainbow Trout2,0009.93"Utah DWR
June 3, 2024Rainbow Trout49910.44"Utah DWR
May 23, 2024Wiper3008.22"Utah DWR
May 20, 2024Rainbow Trout5009.75"Utah DWR
April 29, 2024Rainbow Trout5029.57"Utah DWR
April 15, 2024Rainbow Trout5169.52"Utah DWR
April 1, 2024Rainbow Trout6009.52"Utah DWR
March 18, 2024Rainbow Trout6849.52"Utah DWR
March 4, 2024Rainbow Trout5999.68"Utah DWR
February 28, 2024Rainbow Trout30017.1"Utah DWR
February 21, 2024Rainbow Trout59911.16"Utah DWR
January 22, 2024Brook Trout32015.21"Utah DWR
November 13, 2023Rainbow Trout8019.62"Utah DWR
October 23, 2023Rainbow Trout1,0019.32"Utah DWR
September 25, 2023Rainbow Trout2,0019.42"Utah DWR
August 24, 2023Channel Catfish1,00013.57"Utah DWR
June 5, 2023Rainbow Trout4999.44"Utah DWR
June 1, 2023Channel Catfish70013.57"Utah DWR
May 31, 2023Tiger Trout5409.41"Utah DWR
May 24, 2023Cutthroat Trout30017.88"Utah DWR
May 22, 2023Rainbow Trout5009.45"Utah DWR

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Frequently asked

When was Jensen Nature Park Pond last stocked?

According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Jensen Nature Park Pond was last stocked June 1, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.

What fish species are stocked in Jensen Nature Park Pond?

Jensen Nature Park Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Tiger Trout, Channel Catfish, Wiper, Brook Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Lake Trout, Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Black Bullhead, and Yellow Perch.

What time of year is Jensen Nature Park Pond stocked?

Jensen Nature Park Pond is typically stocked year-round, most often in April.

How often is Jensen Nature Park Pond stocked?

Jensen Nature Park Pond has been stocked about 8 times a year — 445 recorded stockings between 1970 and 2026.

How many fish have been stocked in Jensen Nature Park Pond?

About 490,050 fish have been stocked in Jensen Nature Park Pond across 445 recorded events since 1970, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.

What size are the fish stocked in Jensen Nature Park Pond?

Fish stocked in Jensen Nature Park Pond average about 11.5 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.

Do you need a fishing license to fish Jensen Nature Park 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 Jensen Nature Park Pond?

Freshly stocked trout in Jensen Nature Park 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.