Mt Pleasant Pond Fish Stocking
SANPETE County, Utah · 1986–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Mt Pleasant Pond was last stocked June 4, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Mt Pleasant Pond has 288 stocking records on file, spanning 1986–2026, with about 212,617 fish stocked over that period.
When Mt Pleasant Pond is stocked
Mt Pleasant Pond is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 89 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Mt Pleasant Pond
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in SANPETE County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Mt Pleasant Pond, 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 Pleasant Pond was last stocked June 4, 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 Mt Pleasant Pond:
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.
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.
Tiger Trout Profile Tips
Known for hitting lures and flies aggressively; a favorite for anglers seeking a distinctive, hard-fighting stocked trout.
Recommended Tackle for Mt Pleasant Pond
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 Pleasant Pond, freshest activity first.
Huntington Reservoir
9 miSANPETE County · 3 species · 47 records
Last stocked July 2026
Millers Flat Reservoir
9 miSANPETE County · 2 species · 162 records
Last stocked July 2026
Potters No 2
11 miEMERY County · 2 species · 274 records
Last stocked June 2026
Benchs Pond
10 miSANPETE County · 2 species · 338 records
Last stocked June 2026
Cleveland Reservoir
10 miEMERY County · 1 species · 169 records
Last stocked May 2026
Fairview Lake
9 miSANPETE County · 1 species · 214 records
Last stocked April 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 4, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 495 | 11.86" | Utah DWR |
| June 1, 2026 | Tiger Trout | 248 | 10.12" | Utah DWR |
| May 21, 2026 | Brown Trout | 1,200 | 3.8" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2026 | Tiger Trout | 760 | 9.09" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 503 | 11.04" | Utah DWR |
| April 16, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 512 | 9.21" | Utah DWR |
| March 23, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 506 | 10.52" | Utah DWR |
| March 12, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 11, 2025 | Tiger Trout | 375 | 12.2" | Utah DWR |
| September 11, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 495 | 13.15" | Utah DWR |
| August 11, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.49" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2025 | Brown Trout | 1,630 | 5.45" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 10.01" | Utah DWR |
| May 21, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 494 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| May 21, 2025 | Tiger Trout | 252 | 10.9" | Utah DWR |
| April 22, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 510 | 11.9" | Utah DWR |
| April 22, 2025 | Tiger Trout | 450 | 10.29" | Utah DWR |
| March 27, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 494 | 10.79" | Utah DWR |
| September 10, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 520 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| August 28, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 499 | 11.46" | Utah DWR |
| August 28, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 499 | 11.46" | Utah DWR |
| July 17, 2024 | Brown Trout | 1,540 | 5.73" | Utah DWR |
| June 12, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 496 | 9.21" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 252 | 10.07" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| April 23, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 446 | 9.53" | Utah DWR |
| April 16, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 495 | 10.52" | Utah DWR |
| April 8, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| September 12, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 252 | 10.99" | Utah DWR |
| September 12, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 12.13" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 506 | 10.91" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 10.96" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2023 | Brown Trout | 1,210 | 4.93" | Utah DWR |
| May 25, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,008 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| April 26, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| April 26, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 449 | 10.19" | Utah DWR |
| April 17, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 12.13" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 12.13" | Utah DWR |
| July 11, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 22, 2022 | Brown Trout | 1,206 | 5.02" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| April 20, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| April 4, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| September 13, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 22, 2021 | Brown Trout | 1,620 | 5.46" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 13, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 506 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Mt Pleasant Pond last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Mt Pleasant Pond was last stocked June 4, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Mt Pleasant Pond?
Mt Pleasant Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Tiger Trout, and Brown Trout.
What time of year is Mt Pleasant Pond stocked?
Mt Pleasant Pond is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Mt Pleasant Pond stocked?
Mt Pleasant Pond has been stocked about 7 times a year — 288 recorded stockings between 1986 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Mt Pleasant Pond?
About 212,617 fish have been stocked in Mt Pleasant Pond across 288 recorded events since 1986, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Mt Pleasant Pond?
Fish stocked in Mt Pleasant Pond average about 9.7 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Mt Pleasant Pond?
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 Pleasant Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Mt Pleasant Pond 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.