Little Dell Reservoir Fish Stocking
SALT LAKE County, Utah · 2002–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Little Dell Reservoir was last stocked June 25, 2026 with Brook Trout. Little Dell Reservoir has 87 stocking records on file, spanning 2002–2026, with about 649,924 fish stocked over that period.
When Little Dell Reservoir is stocked
Little Dell Reservoir is typically stocked in spring and summer, most often in June — 38 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Little Dell Reservoir
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in SALT LAKE County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Little Dell 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 Little Dell Reservoir was last stocked June 25, 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 Little Dell 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.
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.
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.
Recommended Tackle for Little Dell 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 Little Dell Reservoir, freshest activity first.
Camp Kostopaulus
5 miSALT LAKE County · 1 species · 100 records
Last stocked May 2026
East Canyon Reservoir
11 miMORGAN County · 6 species · 635 records
Last stocked April 2026
Mt Dell Creek
3 miSALT LAKE County · 2 species · 19 records
Last stocked September 2025
Parleys Creek
4 miSALT LAKE County · 1 species · 14 records
Last stocked September 2025
Blanche Lake
12 miSALT LAKE County · 3 species · 50 records
Last stocked September 2025
Red Butte Creek
5 miSALT LAKE County · 1 species · 17 records
Last stocked August 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 25, 2026 | Brook Trout | 6,960 | 3.3" | Utah DWR |
| May 27, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,147 | 6.43" | Utah DWR |
| May 20, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 9,030 | 6.93" | Utah DWR |
| May 20, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,509 | 6.93" | Utah DWR |
| May 13, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,603 | 6.58" | Utah DWR |
| May 13, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,591 | 6.62" | Utah DWR |
| October 29, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 352 | 3.22" | Utah DWR |
| October 14, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,573 | 3.37" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 14, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 23,079 | 3.51" | Utah DWR |
| August 12, 2025 | Brook Trout | 9,124 | 3.81" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2025 | Brook Trout | 4,986 | 3.85" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2025 | Brook Trout | 1,241 | 3.3" | Utah DWR |
| May 2, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,720 | 6.23" | Utah DWR |
| May 2, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,720 | 6.23" | Utah DWR |
| May 2, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 575 | 6.29" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,175 | 6.29" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,175 | 6.29" | Utah DWR |
| November 6, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,328 | 2.59" | Utah DWR |
| November 6, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,560 | 2.7" | Utah DWR |
| November 6, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 13,541 | 2.7" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 2024 | Brook Trout | 6,226 | 3.83" | Utah DWR |
| June 11, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,298 | 7.25" | Utah DWR |
| June 11, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,875 | 7.25" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,213 | 7.37" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,213 | 7.37" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,213 | 7.37" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,213 | 7.37" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,213 | 7.37" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,213 | 7.37" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,213 | 7.37" | Utah DWR |
| June 13, 2022 | Brook Trout | 6,080 | 2.54" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,858 | 6.5" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 356 | 6.22" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,310 | 6.76" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,772 | 6.76" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,819 | 6.53" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,819 | 6.53" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,871 | 6.49" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,871 | 6.49" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2021 | Brook Trout | 6,480 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,950 | 5.25" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,950 | 5.25" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,444 | 5.25" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,938 | 5.25" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,938 | 5.25" | Utah DWR |
| November 5, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,131 | 2.4" | Utah DWR |
| November 5, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 8,433 | 3.29" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,173 | 5.97" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,584 | 6" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,494 | 5.99" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Little Dell Reservoir last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Little Dell Reservoir was last stocked June 25, 2026 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Little Dell Reservoir?
Little Dell Reservoir is stocked with Brook Trout and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Little Dell Reservoir stocked?
Little Dell Reservoir is typically stocked in spring and summer, most often in June.
How often is Little Dell Reservoir stocked?
Little Dell Reservoir has been stocked about 3 times a year — 87 recorded stockings between 2002 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Little Dell Reservoir?
About 649,924 fish have been stocked in Little Dell Reservoir across 87 recorded events since 2002, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Little Dell Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Little Dell Reservoir average about 5.3 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Little Dell 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 Little Dell Reservoir?
Freshly stocked trout in Little Dell 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.