Lost Creek Reservoir Fish Stocking
MORGAN County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Lost Creek Reservoir was last stocked June 24, 2026 with Splake. Lost Creek Reservoir has 365 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 14,605,915 fish stocked over that period.
When Lost Creek Reservoir is stocked
Lost Creek Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 158 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Lost Creek Reservoir
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in MORGAN County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Lost Creek 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 Lost Creek Reservoir was last stocked June 24, 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 Lost Creek 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.
Kokanee & Salmon Tactics
Troll small dodgers followed by micro-hoochies or wedding ring spinners tipped with shoepeg corn. Use downriggers or lead-core line to reach cooler thermocline depths (typically 20–50 ft in summer).
Splake Profile Tips
Managed purely as a put-and-take hatchery fishery — splake do not naturally reproduce.
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 Lost Creek 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.
Mack's Lure Classic Wedding Ring Spinner
A classic Western trolling lure designed to be tipped with shoepeg corn and run behind a dodger in deep thermoclines.
As an Amazon Associate, StockedWaters earns from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. Recommendations are chosen for hatchery-conditioned fish behavior and ethical rigging. We may receive a referral commission if you buy through these links. Read our editorial policy & standards.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Lost Creek Reservoir, freshest activity first.
Weber River
18 miWEBER County · 7 species · 2119 records
Last stocked July 2026
Bear River
19 miSUMMIT County · 4 species · 217 records
Last stocked June 2026
Stoddard Slough
19 miMORGAN County · 1 species · 183 records
Last stocked June 2026
Echo Reservoir
17 miSUMMIT County · 6 species · 465 records
Last stocked May 2026
Causey Reservoir
12 miWEBER County · 7 species · 214 records
Last stocked May 2026
Heiner's Pond #2
9 mi1 species · 1 records
Last stocked April 2014
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 24, 2026 | Splake | 3,527 | 2.71" | Utah DWR |
| May 19, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 427 | 11.73" | Utah DWR |
| May 18, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,395 | 11.73" | Utah DWR |
| May 18, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,395 | 11.73" | Utah DWR |
| May 18, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,395 | 11.73" | Utah DWR |
| May 18, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,395 | 11.73" | Utah DWR |
| May 11, 2026 | Tiger Trout | 2,744 | 9.26" | Utah DWR |
| April 27, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,900 | 10.03" | Utah DWR |
Show 42 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 27, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,540 | 10.03" | Utah DWR |
| April 27, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,205 | 10.03" | Utah DWR |
| April 22, 2026 | Kokanee | 22,554 | 2.95" | Utah DWR |
| August 18, 2025 | Splake | 5,089 | 3.66" | Utah DWR |
| July 31, 2025 | Wiper | 2,198 | 1.99" | Utah DWR |
| May 15, 2025 | Tiger Trout | 2,000 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 15, 2025 | Tiger Trout | 1,500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 15, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 600 | 11.86" | Utah DWR |
| May 15, 2025 | Tiger Trout | 1,500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,350 | 11.86" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,350 | 11.86" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,350 | 11.86" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2025 | Kokanee | 20,575 | 3.19" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,350 | 11.86" | Utah DWR |
| May 13, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,800 | 9.68" | Utah DWR |
| May 8, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,000 | 9.68" | Utah DWR |
| July 17, 2024 | Splake | 5,033 | 3.03" | Utah DWR |
| May 16, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 3,024 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| May 8, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,399 | 9.98" | Utah DWR |
| May 6, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,070 | 9.98" | Utah DWR |
| May 6, 2024 | Kokanee | 19,594 | 3.3" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,501 | 12.31" | Utah DWR |
| April 30, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 4,500 | 12.6" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2023 | Splake | 4,959 | 3.27" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2023 | Splake | 5,090 | 2.97" | Utah DWR |
| May 23, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 3,225 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| May 23, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 600 | 11.6" | Utah DWR |
| May 22, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,200 | 11.6" | Utah DWR |
| May 22, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,625 | 12.44" | Utah DWR |
| May 22, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,600 | 12.44" | Utah DWR |
| May 15, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 8,060 | 10.02" | Utah DWR |
| May 9, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,030 | 10.02" | Utah DWR |
| June 22, 2022 | Splake | 3,437 | 3.41" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,838 | 10.35" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,419 | 10.35" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,354 | 10.35" | Utah DWR |
| April 25, 2022 | Tiger Trout | 3,001 | 8.91" | Utah DWR |
| April 25, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 5,831 | 11.39" | Utah DWR |
| April 25, 2022 | Kokanee | 12,461 | 2.99" | Utah DWR |
| September 27, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 4,573 | 11.73" | Utah DWR |
| July 13, 2021 | Splake | 4,164 | 3.51" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,250 | 10.38" | Utah DWR |
Showing 50 of 365 stocking records.
Frequently asked
When was Lost Creek Reservoir last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Lost Creek Reservoir was last stocked June 24, 2026 with Splake.
What fish species are stocked in Lost Creek Reservoir?
Lost Creek Reservoir is stocked with Splake, Rainbow Trout, Tiger Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Kokanee, and Wiper.
What time of year is Lost Creek Reservoir stocked?
Lost Creek Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Lost Creek Reservoir stocked?
Lost Creek Reservoir has been stocked about 8 times a year — 365 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Lost Creek Reservoir?
About 14,605,915 fish have been stocked in Lost Creek Reservoir across 365 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Lost Creek Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Lost Creek Reservoir average about 7.2 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Lost Creek 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 Lost Creek Reservoir?
Freshly stocked trout in Lost Creek 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.