Mud Creek Fish Stocking
Utah · 1990–2008 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Mud Creek was last stocked October 8, 2008 with Cutthroat Trout. Mud Creek has 21 stocking records on file, spanning 1990–2008, with about 46,296 fish stocked over that period.
When Mud Creek is stocked
Mud Creek is typically stocked in fall, most often in June — 6 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Mud Creek
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 Mud 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 Mud Creek was last stocked October 8, 2008, 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 Mud 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.
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).
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.
Kokanee Profile Tips
Usually caught by trolling small lures or bait behind flashers at depth; a major fall spectacle when spawning runs turn red in tributary streams.
Recommended Tackle for Mud 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.
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.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Mud Creek, freshest activity first.
Halls Fork
5 miUTAH County · 1 species · 6 records
Last stocked June 2026
Strawberry Reservoir
5 miWASATCH County · 4 species · 4147 records
Last stocked June 2026
Strawberry River Upper
4 miWASATCH County · 4 species · 184 records
Last stocked October 2025
Shingle Mill Creek
6 mi1 species · 4 records
Last stocked September 2024
Clyde Creek
1 mi4 species · 21 records
Last stocked July 1997
Coop Creek
5 mi3 species · 15 records
Last stocked July 1997
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 8, 2008 | Cutthroat Trout | 25,259 | 2.65" | Utah DWR |
| October 8, 2008 | Cutthroat Trout | 11,977 | 2.47" | Utah DWR |
| June 17, 1997 | Kokanee | 2,300 | 2.52" | Utah DWR |
| October 8, 1996 | Cutthroat Trout | 517 | 2.06" | Utah DWR |
| August 12, 1996 | Speckled Dace | 25 | 2.4" | Utah DWR |
| November 7, 1995 | Cutthroat Trout | 258 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| November 7, 1995 | Cutthroat Trout | 139 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| November 7, 1995 | Cutthroat Trout | 89 | 3" | Utah DWR |
Show 13 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 27, 1995 | Mottled Sculpin | 80 | 3.4" | Utah DWR |
| October 14, 1993 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,665 | 2.15" | Utah DWR |
| October 12, 1993 | Cutthroat Trout | 197 | 2.2" | Utah DWR |
| October 12, 1993 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,122 | 2.06" | Utah DWR |
| June 18, 1993 | Cutthroat Trout | 300 | 6.91" | Utah DWR |
| June 18, 1993 | Cutthroat Trout | 300 | 6.91" | Utah DWR |
| June 18, 1993 | Cutthroat Trout | 313 | 6.91" | Utah DWR |
| May 27, 1992 | Cutthroat Trout | 309 | 6.32" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 1991 | Cutthroat Trout | 199 | 7.05" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 1991 | Cutthroat Trout | 400 | 7.05" | Utah DWR |
| November 16, 1990 | Cutthroat Trout | 97 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| November 16, 1990 | Cutthroat Trout | 145 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| November 14, 1990 | Cutthroat Trout | 605 | 2.87" | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Mud Creek last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Mud Creek was last stocked October 8, 2008 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Mud Creek?
Mud Creek is stocked with Cutthroat Trout, Kokanee, Speckled Dace, and Mottled Sculpin.
What time of year is Mud Creek stocked?
Mud Creek is typically stocked in fall, most often in June.
How often is Mud Creek stocked?
Mud Creek is stocked intermittently — 21 recorded stockings between 1990 and 2008.
How many fish have been stocked in Mud Creek?
About 46,296 fish have been stocked in Mud Creek across 21 recorded events since 1990, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Mud Creek?
Fish stocked in Mud Creek average about 4.5 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Mud 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 Mud Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Mud 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.