Mt Dell Creek Fish Stocking
SALT LAKE County, Utah · 1980–2025 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Mt Dell Creek was last stocked September 23, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout. Mt Dell Creek has 19 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2025, with about 20,396 fish stocked over that period.
When Mt Dell Creek is stocked
Mt Dell Creek is typically stocked in summer and fall, most often in June — 8 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Mt Dell Creek
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 Mt Dell 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 Mt Dell Creek was last stocked September 23, 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 Mt Dell 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 Mt Dell 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 Mt Dell Creek, freshest activity first.
Little Dell Reservoir
3 miSALT LAKE County · 2 species · 87 records
Last stocked June 2026
Camp Kostopaulus
6 miSALT LAKE County · 1 species · 100 records
Last stocked May 2026
East Canyon Reservoir
8 miMORGAN County · 6 species · 635 records
Last stocked April 2026
Parleys Creek
6 miSALT LAKE County · 1 species · 14 records
Last stocked September 2025
Red Butte Creek
7 miSALT LAKE County · 1 species · 17 records
Last stocked August 2025
Red Butte Reservoir
7 miSALT LAKE County · 4 species · 38 records
Last stocked August 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 23, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,012 | 3.28" | Utah DWR |
| October 7, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,010 | 2.89" | Utah DWR |
| October 31, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,000 | 3.18" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 911 | 2.51" | Utah DWR |
| October 27, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,002 | 2.18" | Utah DWR |
| October 12, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,001 | 2.27" | Utah DWR |
| November 7, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,222 | 2.88" | Utah DWR |
| November 7, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 741 | 2.85" | Utah DWR |
Show 11 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 9, 1988 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.05" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 496 | 9.34" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 490 | — | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 508 | — | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 1982 | Rainbow Trout | 495 | — | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 1981 | Rainbow Trout | 288 | — | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 1981 | Rainbow Trout | 252 | — | Utah DWR |
| May 27, 1981 | Rainbow Trout | 460 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 2, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 186 | — | Utah DWR |
| June 13, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 290 | — | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 532 | — | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Mt Dell Creek last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Mt Dell Creek was last stocked September 23, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Mt Dell Creek?
Mt Dell Creek is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Mt Dell Creek stocked?
Mt Dell Creek is typically stocked in summer and fall, most often in June.
How often is Mt Dell Creek stocked?
Mt Dell Creek is stocked intermittently — 19 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Mt Dell Creek?
About 20,396 fish have been stocked in Mt Dell Creek across 19 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Mt Dell Creek?
Fish stocked in Mt Dell Creek average about 4.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Mt Dell 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 Mt Dell Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Mt Dell 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.