Labaron Reservoir Fish Stocking
BEAVER County, Utah · 1980–2025 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Labaron Reservoir was last stocked July 16, 2025 with Tiger Trout. Labaron Reservoir has 252 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2025, with about 278,086 fish stocked over that period.
When Labaron Reservoir is stocked
Labaron Reservoir is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 91 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Labaron Reservoir
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in BEAVER County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Labaron Reservoir, 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 Labaron Reservoir was last stocked July 16, 2025, 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 Labaron Reservoir:
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.
Tiger Trout Profile Tips
Known for hitting lures and flies aggressively; a favorite for anglers seeking a distinctive, hard-fighting stocked trout.
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.
Recommended Tackle for Labaron Reservoir
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 Labaron Reservoir, freshest activity first.
Anderson Meadow
2 miBEAVER County · 3 species · 248 records
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Kents Lake Middle
3 miBEAVER County · 5 species · 334 records
Last stocked June 2026
Merchant Valley Reservoir
5 miBEAVER County · 2 species · 93 records
Last stocked June 2026
Kents Lake Lower
4 miBEAVER County · 4 species · 119 records
Last stocked June 2026
Little Reservoir
5 miBEAVER County · 3 species · 313 records
Last stocked April 2026
Kents Lake Upper
3 miBEAVER County · 3 species · 53 records
Last stocked October 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 16, 2025 | Tiger Trout | 251 | 3.03" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 2025 | Brook Trout | 1,002 | 3.27" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 255 | 2.91" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 2024 | Brook Trout | 1,034 | 2.89" | Utah DWR |
| July 19, 2023 | Brook Trout | 1,009 | 2.88" | Utah DWR |
| July 19, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 255 | 2.98" | Utah DWR |
| July 13, 2022 | Tiger Trout | 250 | 2.81" | Utah DWR |
| July 13, 2022 | Brook Trout | 1,000 | 3.07" | Utah DWR |
Show 42 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 23, 2021 | Arctic Grayling | 1,011 | 2.65" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 2021 | Brook Trout | 1,003 | 2.56" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 2021 | Tiger Trout | 260 | 2.68" | Utah DWR |
| September 28, 2020 | Arctic Grayling | 1,008 | 2.81" | Utah DWR |
| July 23, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 990 | 10.29" | Utah DWR |
| July 23, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,822 | 10.49" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,680 | 9.98" | Utah DWR |
| September 24, 2019 | Arctic Grayling | 500 | 2.29" | Utah DWR |
| July 31, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,050 | 10.58" | Utah DWR |
| July 17, 2019 | Brook Trout | 1,003 | 3.09" | Utah DWR |
| July 11, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 2,956 | 10.1" | Utah DWR |
| October 9, 2018 | Arctic Grayling | 510 | 3.25" | Utah DWR |
| July 11, 2018 | Brook Trout | 1,000 | 3.03" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 464 | 10.67" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,030 | 10.67" | Utah DWR |
| May 21, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,522 | 10.22" | Utah DWR |
| September 18, 2017 | Arctic Grayling | 500 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
| July 20, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 1,700 | 10.43" | Utah DWR |
| June 20, 2017 | Brook Trout | 1,009 | 2.31" | Utah DWR |
| June 20, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 1,799 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| July 13, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 2,720 | 10.32" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2016 | Brook Trout | 1,003 | 2.19" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,816 | 10.05" | Utah DWR |
| August 24, 2015 | Arctic Grayling | 493 | 2.4" | Utah DWR |
| July 22, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 1,518 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| July 13, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 1,506 | 9.53" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2015 | Brook Trout | 506 | 2.52" | Utah DWR |
| June 22, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 1,502 | 9.43" | Utah DWR |
| August 27, 2014 | Arctic Grayling | 510 | 2.27" | Utah DWR |
| August 6, 2014 | Brook Trout | 512 | 2.76" | Utah DWR |
| August 4, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 1,104 | 9.35" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 8.9" | Utah DWR |
| June 17, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 2,435 | 8.71" | Utah DWR |
| September 24, 2013 | Arctic Grayling | 494 | 3.13" | Utah DWR |
| July 29, 2013 | Brook Trout | 1,109 | 2.74" | Utah DWR |
| July 22, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 948 | 9.31" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 1,502 | 8.97" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 1,541 | 8.27" | Utah DWR |
| July 17, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 1,418 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 1,484 | 10.09" | Utah DWR |
| June 18, 2012 | Brook Trout | 1,022 | 2.8" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Labaron Reservoir last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Labaron Reservoir was last stocked July 16, 2025 with Tiger Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Labaron Reservoir?
Labaron Reservoir is stocked with Tiger Trout, Brook Trout, Arctic Grayling, and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Labaron Reservoir stocked?
Labaron Reservoir is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Labaron Reservoir stocked?
Labaron Reservoir has been stocked about 5 times a year — 252 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Labaron Reservoir?
About 278,086 fish have been stocked in Labaron Reservoir across 252 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Labaron Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Labaron Reservoir average about 8.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Labaron Reservoir?
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 Labaron Reservoir?
Freshly stocked trout in Labaron Reservoir 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.