Little Montes River Fish Stocking
Utah · 2004–2024 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Little Montes River was last stocked November 20, 2024 with Brook Trout. Little Montes River has 78 stocking records on file, spanning 2004–2024, with about 93,757 fish stocked over that period.
When Little Montes River is stocked
Little Montes River is typically stocked year-round, most often in May — 19 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Little Montes River
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Little Montes River, 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 Montes River was last stocked November 20, 2024, 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 Montes River:
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.
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.
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 Montes River
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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Last stocked April 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 20, 2024 | Brook Trout | 282 | 13.71" | Utah DWR |
| October 13, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 894 | 12.1" | Utah DWR |
| September 5, 2024 | Channel Catfish | 400 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| September 5, 2024 | Channel Catfish | 400 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| May 16, 2024 | Grass Carp | 55 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| April 10, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 17.1" | Utah DWR |
| October 21, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 889 | 11.37" | Utah DWR |
| October 13, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 12.08" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 1, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 201 | 9.13" | Utah DWR |
| May 31, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 126 | 12.56" | Utah DWR |
| May 4, 2023 | Grass Carp | 76 | 7.76" | Utah DWR |
| April 25, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 11.21" | Utah DWR |
| November 15, 2022 | Channel Catfish | 177 | 5.22" | Utah DWR |
| November 8, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 11.73" | Utah DWR |
| October 4, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 884 | 12.25" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2022 | Channel Catfish | 696 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 31, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 160 | 12.39" | Utah DWR |
| March 30, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 350 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| November 2, 2021 | Channel Catfish | 174 | 4.62" | Utah DWR |
| October 14, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 898 | 13.14" | Utah DWR |
| October 7, 2021 | Bluehead Sucker | 1,000 | 2.21" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2021 | Channel Catfish | 460 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2021 | Bluegill | 4 | 8.67" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2021 | Largemouth Bass | 56 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 27, 2021 | Channel Catfish | 461 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| April 14, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 17.1" | Utah DWR |
| November 12, 2020 | Brook Trout | 105 | 13.19" | Utah DWR |
| November 12, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 197 | 17.33" | Utah DWR |
| November 2, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,099 | 10.24" | Utah DWR |
| September 23, 2020 | Bluegill | 500 | 2.62" | Utah DWR |
| June 11, 2020 | Channel Catfish | 460 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| October 2, 2019 | Largemouth Bass | 60 | 14.62" | Utah DWR |
| September 30, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 2,199 | 11.51" | Utah DWR |
| September 11, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 159 | 16.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 324 | 21" | Utah DWR |
| May 9, 2018 | Bluegill | 100 | 6.06" | Utah DWR |
| May 9, 2018 | Largemouth Bass | 20 | 17.1" | Utah DWR |
| October 31, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 3,200 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| September 14, 2016 | Channel Catfish | 1,383 | 3.47" | Utah DWR |
| September 2, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 199 | 9.97" | Utah DWR |
| May 20, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 1,002 | 8.35" | Utah DWR |
| April 10, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 3,196 | 7.49" | Utah DWR |
| June 17, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 1,600 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 20, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 1,599 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 1,599 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 599 | 9.55" | Utah DWR |
| May 15, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.55" | Utah DWR |
| March 22, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 61 | 23.86" | Utah DWR |
| March 22, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 80 | 24.04" | Utah DWR |
| June 13, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 1,599 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Little Montes River last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Little Montes River was last stocked November 20, 2024 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Little Montes River?
Little Montes River is stocked with Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, Channel Catfish, Grass Carp, Bluehead Sucker, Bluegill, and Largemouth Bass.
What time of year is Little Montes River stocked?
Little Montes River is typically stocked year-round, most often in May.
How often is Little Montes River stocked?
Little Montes River has been stocked about 4 times a year — 78 recorded stockings between 2004 and 2024.
How many fish have been stocked in Little Montes River?
About 93,757 fish have been stocked in Little Montes River across 78 recorded events since 2004, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Little Montes River?
Fish stocked in Little Montes River average about 11.3 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Little Montes River?
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 Montes River?
Freshly stocked trout in Little Montes River 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.