Little Deer Creek Fish Stocking
WASATCH County, Utah · 1980–2025 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Little Deer Creek was last stocked August 13, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout. Little Deer Creek has 132 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2025, with about 101,901 fish stocked over that period.
When Little Deer Creek is stocked
Little Deer Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 58 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Little Deer Creek
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in WASATCH County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Little Deer Creek, 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 Little Deer Creek was last stocked August 13, 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 Little Deer Creek:
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.
Cutthroat Trout Profile Tips
Known for being relatively easy to catch on dry flies, making it a favorite of western fly anglers; many subspecies are managed under catch-and-release rules to protect native populations.
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 Little Deer Creek
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 Little Deer Creek, freshest activity first.
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Tibble Fork Reservoir
6 miUTAH County · 2 species · 614 records
Last stocked July 2026
Wasatch Mountain State Park P
8 miWASATCH County · 5 species · 183 records
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3 miWASATCH County · 5 species · 1756 records
Last stocked June 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 13, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 6,023 | 2.24" | Utah DWR |
| September 24, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,001 | 2.4" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 617 | 2.3" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 554 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| October 13, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,716 | 2.43" | Utah DWR |
| October 12, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,709 | 2.27" | Utah DWR |
| October 2, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 701 | 2.56" | Utah DWR |
| November 20, 2018 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 2.61" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 16, 2017 | Cutthroat Trout | 430 | 8.73" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 8.9" | Utah DWR |
| June 25, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| May 31, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | 8.35" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 8.21" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8.22" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 1,260 | 9.73" | Utah DWR |
| June 17, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 1,009 | 9.72" | Utah DWR |
| June 3, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 1,061 | 9.47" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 995 | 10.21" | Utah DWR |
| June 19, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 1,121 | 9.5" | Utah DWR |
| June 4, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 1,088 | 9.6" | Utah DWR |
| July 25, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 330 | 9.69" | Utah DWR |
| July 11, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 975 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 557 | 9.66" | Utah DWR |
| June 20, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 1,050 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 530 | 9.81" | Utah DWR |
| July 11, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 384 | 9.99" | Utah DWR |
| July 5, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 597 | 9.74" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 604 | 9.7" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 829 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| June 14, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 576 | 9.53" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 538 | 9.78" | Utah DWR |
| July 21, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 489 | 10.11" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 600 | 9.73" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 10.02" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 631 | 10.45" | Utah DWR |
| June 22, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.02" | Utah DWR |
| July 26, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 378 | 10.5" | Utah DWR |
| July 11, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 614 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 531 | 10.35" | Utah DWR |
| June 17, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 445 | 10.32" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 478 | 10.22" | Utah DWR |
| June 3, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 854 | 9.99" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 434 | 9.45" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 588 | 9.9" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 478 | 10.02" | Utah DWR |
| June 17, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9.97" | Utah DWR |
| June 11, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| June 4, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 10.12" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 277 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Little Deer Creek last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Little Deer Creek was last stocked August 13, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Little Deer Creek?
Little Deer Creek is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Little Deer Creek stocked?
Little Deer Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Little Deer Creek stocked?
Little Deer Creek has been stocked about 3 times a year — 132 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Little Deer Creek?
About 101,901 fish have been stocked in Little Deer Creek across 132 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Little Deer Creek?
Fish stocked in Little Deer Creek average about 9.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Little Deer Creek?
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 Little Deer Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Little Deer Creek 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.