Provo River Fish Stocking
SUMMIT County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Provo River was last stocked June 10, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Provo River has 1,298 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 1,174,737 fish stocked over that period.
When Provo River is stocked
Provo River is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 210 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Provo River
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in SUMMIT County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Provo River, 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 Provo River 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 Provo River:
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.
Catfish Rigging
Fish a Carolina slip-sinker bottom rig with a 1/2 to 1 oz egg sinker, swivel, and 1/0–3/0 circle hook. Baits such as chicken liver, cut baitfish (shad), nightcrawlers, and stink baits produce best during early morning, dusk, or night in deeper holes.
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.
Channel Catfish Profile Tips
Popular with bait anglers using cut bait, worms, or prepared 'stink bait'; often stocked specifically for summer evening fishing.
Recommended Tackle for Provo River
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.
Heavy Duty Offset Circle Hooks (1/0–3/0)
Circle hooks naturally turn into the corner of a catfish's jaw as it turns, preventing gut-hooking and improving hookup rates.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Provo River, freshest activity first.
Mill Hollow Reservoir
8 miWASATCH County · 4 species · 650 records
Last stocked July 2026
Beaver Creek
10 miSUMMIT County · 3 species · 667 records
Last stocked July 2026
Jordanelle Reservoir
11 miWASATCH County · 8 species · 710 records
Last stocked July 2026
Bench Creek
3 miWASATCH County · 1 species · 3 records
Last stocked September 2025
Provo River Upper S Fork
9 miWASATCH County · 1 species · 10 records
Last stocked September 2025
Yellowpine Lower
12 mi1 species · 45 records
Last stocked July 2024
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 10, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
| June 19, 2025 | Channel Catfish | 1,625 | 7.27" | Utah DWR |
| June 17, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| July 15, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 270 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| July 18, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 256 | 11.26" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 248 | 11.6" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 8, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| July 26, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| July 11, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 252 | 10.07" | Utah DWR |
| July 5, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 257 | 10.07" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 253 | 9.21" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 256 | 9.21" | Utah DWR |
| July 27, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 101 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 105 | 9.32" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 102 | 9.32" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 9.29" | Utah DWR |
| August 3, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 228 | 8.94" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 299 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| June 17, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| August 7, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 10.52" | Utah DWR |
| July 22, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 10.12" | Utah DWR |
| July 30, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 9.77" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 246 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| June 18, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 9.65" | Utah DWR |
| August 7, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.68" | Utah DWR |
| July 25, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.03" | Utah DWR |
| August 9, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.74" | Utah DWR |
| July 28, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 248 | 10.74" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 254 | 10.86" | Utah DWR |
| June 20, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| August 5, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| July 20, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 252 | 11" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.83" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| August 6, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| July 21, 2014 | Trout (unspecified) | 250 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| July 3, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
| June 18, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 10.11" | Utah DWR |
| June 11, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 498 | 9.97" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 9.69" | Utah DWR |
| June 11, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 257 | 9.57" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Provo River last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Provo River was last stocked June 10, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Provo River?
Provo River is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Channel Catfish, Trout (unspecified), June Sucker, and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Provo River stocked?
Provo River is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Provo River stocked?
Provo River has been stocked about 28 times a year — 1,298 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Provo River?
About 1,174,737 fish have been stocked in Provo River across 1,298 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Provo River?
Fish stocked in Provo River average about 9.5 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Provo River?
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 Provo River?
Freshly stocked trout in Provo River 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.