Pine Lake Fish Stocking
GARFIELD County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Pine Lake was last stocked June 10, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Pine Lake has 249 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 654,899 fish stocked over that period.
When Pine Lake is stocked
Pine Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 114 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Pine Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in GARFIELD County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Pine Lake, 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 Pine Lake was last stocked June 10, 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 Pine Lake:
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 Pine Lake
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 Pine Lake, freshest activity first.
Otter Lake Emw
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Round Willow Bottom
13 miGARFIELD County · 4 species · 63 records
Last stocked July 2026
Long Willow Bottoms
13 miGARFIELD County · 3 species · 61 records
Last stocked July 2026
Dougherty Basin Ncl
14 miGARFIELD County · 2 species · 58 records
Last stocked July 2026
Barker Reservoir Ncl
14 miGARFIELD County · 3 species · 115 records
Last stocked July 2026
Barker Reservoir Lower Ncl
15 miGARFIELD County · 6 species · 107 records
Last stocked July 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 10, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 2,494 | 9.47" | Utah DWR |
| May 6, 2026 | Tiger Trout | 1,501 | 9.67" | Utah DWR |
| April 15, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,510 | 9.83" | Utah DWR |
| September 9, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,007 | 1.96" | Utah DWR |
| June 11, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,035 | 10.18" | Utah DWR |
| April 30, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,617 | 12.01" | Utah DWR |
| April 30, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,690 | 9.34" | Utah DWR |
| April 30, 2025 | Tiger Trout | 1,515 | 9.38" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 30, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,687 | 9.38" | Utah DWR |
| September 18, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,015 | 1.64" | Utah DWR |
| June 19, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 3,200 | 9.7" | Utah DWR |
| June 12, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 1,512 | 8.99" | Utah DWR |
| April 25, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 3,120 | 10.09" | Utah DWR |
| September 14, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,068 | 1.97" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,200 | 12.24" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,820 | 9.94" | Utah DWR |
| May 25, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 886 | 9.47" | Utah DWR |
| May 25, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 623 | 8.7" | Utah DWR |
| May 11, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 3,010 | 10.85" | Utah DWR |
| September 13, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,034 | 2.04" | Utah DWR |
| June 22, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,004 | 10.07" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2022 | Tiger Trout | 954 | 8.56" | Utah DWR |
| May 24, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,023 | 11.74" | Utah DWR |
| April 19, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 3,002 | 10.01" | Utah DWR |
| September 9, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,020 | 2.13" | Utah DWR |
| June 18, 2021 | Tiger Trout | 1,530 | 9.88" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,995 | 10.75" | Utah DWR |
| May 25, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,900 | 10.75" | Utah DWR |
| April 28, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 2,123 | 11.8" | Utah DWR |
| September 8, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,123 | 2.02" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2020 | Brook Trout | 1,009 | 2.55" | Utah DWR |
| June 18, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 3,372 | 9.98" | Utah DWR |
| May 7, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 3,630 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| May 7, 2020 | Tiger Trout | 1,530 | 10.16" | Utah DWR |
| September 11, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,452 | 1.55" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2019 | Tiger Trout | 1,501 | 11.25" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2019 | Brook Trout | 1,003 | 2.84" | Utah DWR |
| June 4, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,461 | 9.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 9, 2019 | Tiger Trout | 1,500 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 3,558 | 9.93" | Utah DWR |
| September 11, 2018 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,429 | 2.07" | Utah DWR |
| August 20, 2018 | Brook Trout | 2,018 | 3.76" | Utah DWR |
| June 25, 2018 | Brook Trout | 1,001 | 2.84" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 2,132 | 10.38" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,110 | 10.3" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,230 | 9.89" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 2,530 | 10.2" | Utah DWR |
| April 27, 2018 | Tiger Trout | 1,444 | 9.85" | Utah DWR |
| September 10, 2017 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,880 | 1.81" | Utah DWR |
| July 27, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 497 | 10.17" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Pine Lake last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Pine Lake was last stocked June 10, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Pine Lake?
Pine Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Tiger Trout, Cutthroat Trout, and Brook Trout.
What time of year is Pine Lake stocked?
Pine Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Pine Lake stocked?
Pine Lake has been stocked about 5 times a year — 249 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Pine Lake?
About 654,899 fish have been stocked in Pine Lake across 249 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Pine Lake?
Fish stocked in Pine Lake average about 8.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Pine Lake?
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 Pine Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Pine Lake 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.