Otter Creek Mid Branch Fish Stocking
Utah · 1980–2016 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Otter Creek Mid Branch was last stocked October 20, 2016 with Cutthroat Trout. Otter Creek Mid Branch has 50 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2016, with about 41,972 fish stocked over that period.
When Otter Creek Mid Branch is stocked
Otter Creek Mid Branch is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 25 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Otter Creek Mid Branch
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 Otter Creek Mid Branch, 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 Otter Creek Mid Branch was last stocked October 20, 2016, 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 Otter Creek Mid Branch:
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 Otter Creek Mid Branch
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 Otter Creek Mid Branch, freshest activity first.
Laketown Reservoir
6 miRICH County · 3 species · 54 records
Last stocked July 2026
Birch Creek Reservoir
15 miRICH County · 2 species · 85 records
Last stocked June 2026
Little Creek Reservoir
4 miRICH County · 1 species · 198 records
Last stocked April 2026
Big Creek
9 mi4 species · 121 records
Last stocked September 2022
Randolph Creek
8 mi2 species · 15 records
Last stocked May 2021
Otter Creek S Branch
1 mi2 species · 2 records
Last stocked June 2018
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 20, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,867 | 2.9" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 998 | 9.76" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 508 | 9.85" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 562 | 9.3" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 1,189 | 9.32" | Utah DWR |
| June 1, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 1,073 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 979 | 9.86" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 1,043 | 9.89" | Utah DWR |
Show 42 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 15, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 475 | 9.95" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 543 | 9.73" | Utah DWR |
| June 3, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 897 | 9.55" | Utah DWR |
| July 17, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 784 | 9.85" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 542 | 9.76" | Utah DWR |
| May 30, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 673 | 9.68" | Utah DWR |
| July 18, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 707 | 9.98" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 441 | 10.35" | Utah DWR |
| June 14, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 391 | 10.78" | Utah DWR |
| May 18, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 482 | 10.03" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 591 | 9.68" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 411 | 10.02" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 505 | 9.43" | Utah DWR |
| May 18, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 600 | 9.81" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.02" | Utah DWR |
| May 18, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 1,049 | 9.12" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 580 | 10.35" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 481 | 9.74" | Utah DWR |
| May 20, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 938 | 9.82" | Utah DWR |
| July 3, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.38" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | 9.57" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 10.35" | Utah DWR |
| May 25, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 498 | 10.05" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 1988 | Rainbow Trout | 1,002 | 9.25" | Utah DWR |
| May 12, 1988 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 9.24" | Utah DWR |
| May 12, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 1,011 | 8.61" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 378 | — | Utah DWR |
| May 5, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 1,649 | — | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 844 | — | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 1,155 | — | Utah DWR |
| May 10, 1984 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | — | Utah DWR |
| May 8, 1984 | Rainbow Trout | 1,002 | — | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 1983 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 1982 | Rainbow Trout | 520 | — | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 1982 | Rainbow Trout | 495 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 1981 | Rainbow Trout | 2,015 | — | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 1981 | Rainbow Trout | 595 | — | Utah DWR |
| May 19, 1981 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | — | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 990 | — | Utah DWR |
| May 20, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 1,005 | — | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Otter Creek Mid Branch last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Otter Creek Mid Branch was last stocked October 20, 2016 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Otter Creek Mid Branch?
Otter Creek Mid Branch is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Otter Creek Mid Branch stocked?
Otter Creek Mid Branch is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Otter Creek Mid Branch stocked?
Otter Creek Mid Branch has been stocked about 1 times a year — 50 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2016.
How many fish have been stocked in Otter Creek Mid Branch?
About 41,972 fish have been stocked in Otter Creek Mid Branch across 50 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Otter Creek Mid Branch?
Fish stocked in Otter Creek Mid Branch average about 9.5 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Otter Creek Mid Branch?
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 Otter Creek Mid Branch?
Freshly stocked trout in Otter Creek Mid Branch 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.