Salt Creek Fish Stocking
JUAB County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Salt Creek was last stocked June 16, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Salt Creek has 300 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 245,158 fish stocked over that period.
When Salt Creek is stocked
Salt Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 106 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Salt Creek
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in JUAB County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Salt 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 Salt Creek was last stocked June 16, 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 Salt 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.
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.
Brown Trout Profile Tips
Known for being wary and selective, brown trout are a prized target for fly anglers, especially larger, nocturnal-feeding fish.
Recommended Tackle for Salt 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.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Salt Creek, freshest activity first.
Chalk Creek
10 miSUMMIT County · 3 species · 150 records
Last stocked June 2026
Payson Reservoir
13 miUTAH County · 3 species · 531 records
Last stocked June 2026
Mcclellan Reservoir
13 miUTAH County · 2 species · 262 records
Last stocked June 2026
Maple Lake
14 miUTAH County · 4 species · 431 records
Last stocked June 2026
Burraston Ponds
8 miJUAB County · 5 species · 701 records
Last stocked June 2026
Pole Canyon Park Pond
14 miUTAH County · 5 species · 136 records
Last stocked June 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 16, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| May 21, 2026 | Brown Trout | 499 | 3.8" | Utah DWR |
| April 14, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| August 14, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 255 | 11.07" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2025 | Brown Trout | 571 | 5.45" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.49" | Utah DWR |
| April 16, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 497 | 11.94" | Utah DWR |
| March 27, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,005 | 11.67" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 17, 2024 | Brown Trout | 700 | 5.73" | Utah DWR |
| July 15, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 248 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 3, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 252 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| May 22, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 253 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| April 16, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 506 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| March 18, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| August 1, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2023 | Brown Trout | 550 | 4.93" | Utah DWR |
| June 22, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | 9.21" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| April 10, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| October 25, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,050 | 11.86" | Utah DWR |
| October 25, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,050 | 11.86" | Utah DWR |
| September 14, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 253 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| September 14, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 506 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 248 | 9.12" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | 9.12" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 22, 2022 | Brown Trout | 520 | 5.02" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| May 23, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 23, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 5, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 591 | 10.36" | Utah DWR |
| May 5, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 591 | 10.36" | Utah DWR |
| April 11, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| March 17, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| March 17, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| November 2, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 900 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| November 2, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 900 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| October 27, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,017 | 2.18" | Utah DWR |
| July 26, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 840 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| July 26, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 840 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| July 21, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 560 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| July 21, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 560 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| June 22, 2021 | Brown Trout | 810 | 5.46" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Salt Creek last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Salt Creek was last stocked June 16, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Salt Creek?
Salt Creek is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Salt Creek stocked?
Salt Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Salt Creek stocked?
Salt Creek has been stocked about 6 times a year — 300 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Salt Creek?
About 245,158 fish have been stocked in Salt Creek across 300 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Salt Creek?
Fish stocked in Salt Creek average about 9.6 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Salt 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 Salt Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Salt 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.