Knight Ideal Pond Fish Stocking
CARBON County, Utah · 2015–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Knight Ideal Pond was last stocked June 8, 2026 with Channel Catfish. Knight Ideal Pond has 61 stocking records on file, spanning 2015–2026, with about 57,132 fish stocked over that period.
When Knight Ideal Pond is stocked
Knight Ideal Pond is typically stocked in spring and summer, most often in June — 17 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Knight Ideal Pond
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in CARBON County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Knight Ideal 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 Knight Ideal Pond was last stocked June 8, 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 Knight Ideal 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.
Channel Catfish Profile Tips
Popular with bait anglers using cut bait, worms, or prepared 'stink bait'; often stocked specifically for summer evening fishing.
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.
Recommended Tackle for Knight Ideal 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 8, 2026 | Channel Catfish | 300 | 6.8" | Utah DWR |
| June 4, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 498 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| April 30, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 9.97" | Utah DWR |
| September 16, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 11.54" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,250 | 9.74" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2025 | Channel Catfish | 4,897 | 7.24" | Utah DWR |
| April 8, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 497 | 11.94" | Utah DWR |
| October 11, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,002 | 11.86" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 20, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 1, 2023 | Channel Catfish | 888 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 11, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| September 27, 2022 | Largemouth Bass | 600 | 3.36" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2022 | Channel Catfish | 692 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,400 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 5, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 10.36" | Utah DWR |
| October 7, 2021 | Bluehead Sucker | 1,861 | 2.21" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| April 28, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 644 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| September 30, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 11.05" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.37" | Utah DWR |
| May 6, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 989 | 10.37" | Utah DWR |
| October 17, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 720 | 11.39" | Utah DWR |
| October 7, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,020 | 11.17" | Utah DWR |
| September 24, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,008 | 10.95" | Utah DWR |
| July 2, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,250 | 9.82" | Utah DWR |
| June 3, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 10.16" | Utah DWR |
| May 21, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.68" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,008 | 10.16" | Utah DWR |
| January 8, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.76" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2018 | Largemouth Bass | 600 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| June 13, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 510 | 10.84" | Utah DWR |
| May 15, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 506 | 10.17" | Utah DWR |
| April 27, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 10.3" | Utah DWR |
| March 28, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 9.07" | Utah DWR |
| September 29, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.17" | Utah DWR |
| September 29, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 7.94" | Utah DWR |
| September 7, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 1,607 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
| September 1, 2017 | Largemouth Bass | 406 | 2.35" | Utah DWR |
| June 13, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 1,003 | 7.51" | Utah DWR |
| June 13, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 990 | 11.24" | Utah DWR |
| May 9, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 10.07" | Utah DWR |
| September 22, 2016 | Bluegill | 2,400 | 2.92" | Utah DWR |
| August 30, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 11.26" | Utah DWR |
| August 25, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,003 | 11.04" | Utah DWR |
| August 10, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 10.83" | Utah DWR |
| July 11, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.46" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,012 | 9.98" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 495 | 10.13" | Utah DWR |
| May 17, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,012 | 9.98" | Utah DWR |
| April 27, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.71" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Knight Ideal Pond last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Knight Ideal Pond was last stocked June 8, 2026 with Channel Catfish.
What fish species are stocked in Knight Ideal Pond?
Knight Ideal Pond is stocked with Channel Catfish, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, Bluehead Sucker, and Bluegill.
What time of year is Knight Ideal Pond stocked?
Knight Ideal Pond is typically stocked in spring and summer, most often in June.
How often is Knight Ideal Pond stocked?
Knight Ideal Pond has been stocked about 5 times a year — 61 recorded stockings between 2015 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Knight Ideal Pond?
About 57,132 fish have been stocked in Knight Ideal Pond across 61 recorded events since 2015, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Knight Ideal Pond?
Fish stocked in Knight Ideal Pond average about 9.5 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Knight Ideal 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 Knight Ideal Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Knight Ideal 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.