Sevier River Fish Stocking
SEVIER County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Sevier River was last stocked May 7, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Sevier River has 374 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 2,290,973 fish stocked over that period.
When Sevier River is stocked
Sevier River is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 116 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Sevier River
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in SEVIER County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Sevier 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 Sevier River was last stocked May 7, 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 Sevier 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.
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 Sevier 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 Sevier River, freshest activity first.
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Last stocked June 2026
Merchant Valley Reservoir
13 miBEAVER County · 2 species · 93 records
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Kents Lake Lower
11 miBEAVER County · 4 species · 119 records
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Little Reservoir
13 miBEAVER County · 3 species · 313 records
Last stocked April 2026
Kents Lake Upper
10 miBEAVER County · 3 species · 53 records
Last stocked October 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 19,992 | 4.45" | Utah DWR |
| May 6, 2026 | Brown Trout | 20,061 | 3.28" | Utah DWR |
| May 4, 2026 | Brown Trout | 5,015 | 3.28" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 7,452 | 3.12" | Utah DWR |
| April 16, 2026 | Brown Trout | 15,563 | 2.76" | Utah DWR |
| March 10, 2026 | Brown Trout | 14,653 | 1.71" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 20,001 | 2.86" | Utah DWR |
| June 3, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 7,580 | 3.69" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 4,691 | 4.31" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2025 | Brown Trout | 20,160 | 3.08" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2025 | Brown Trout | 5,040 | 3.08" | Utah DWR |
| April 16, 2025 | Brown Trout | 15,416 | 2.73" | Utah DWR |
| February 3, 2025 | Brown Trout | 30,012 | 1.02" | Utah DWR |
| February 3, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 15,709 | 1.53" | Utah DWR |
| February 3, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 16,128 | 1.62" | Utah DWR |
| July 22, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 19,993 | 3.18" | Utah DWR |
| May 22, 2024 | Brown Trout | 20,500 | 3.75" | Utah DWR |
| May 22, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 8,415 | 3.64" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2024 | Brown Trout | 5,096 | 3.46" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 2024 | Brown Trout | 20,384 | 3.46" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 20,130 | 3.16" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2023 | Brown Trout | 20,600 | 2.95" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2023 | Brown Trout | 5,150 | 2.95" | Utah DWR |
| April 18, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 7,480 | 3.83" | Utah DWR |
| April 18, 2023 | Brown Trout | 15,038 | 2.62" | Utah DWR |
| September 20, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 6,705 | 2.2" | Utah DWR |
| September 20, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,023 | 2.2" | Utah DWR |
| May 31, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 24,092 | 2.78" | Utah DWR |
| May 11, 2022 | Brown Trout | 15,408 | 3.45" | Utah DWR |
| May 9, 2022 | Brown Trout | 5,136 | 3.45" | Utah DWR |
| May 9, 2022 | Brown Trout | 20,544 | 3.45" | Utah DWR |
| March 10, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 7,500 | 3.4" | Utah DWR |
| February 8, 2022 | Brown Trout | 25,850 | 1.38" | Utah DWR |
| August 16, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,960 | 1.73" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,265 | 2.69" | Utah DWR |
| May 6, 2021 | Brown Trout | 5,090 | 4.3" | Utah DWR |
| May 6, 2021 | Brown Trout | 20,534 | 4.3" | Utah DWR |
| April 12, 2021 | Brown Trout | 15,640 | 2.68" | Utah DWR |
| April 12, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 6,660 | 4.81" | Utah DWR |
| September 16, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 8,910 | 2.13" | Utah DWR |
| September 16, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 8,910 | 2.13" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,503 | 10.18" | Utah DWR |
| June 1, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 20,015 | 3.2" | Utah DWR |
| May 12, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,519 | 10.32" | Utah DWR |
| April 22, 2020 | Brown Trout | 14,988 | 3.25" | Utah DWR |
| April 20, 2020 | Brown Trout | 5,073 | 3.25" | Utah DWR |
| April 20, 2020 | Brown Trout | 20,291 | 3.25" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 20,050 | 3.64" | Utah DWR |
| June 4, 2019 | Brown Trout | 24,145 | 3.91" | Utah DWR |
| June 4, 2019 | Brown Trout | 7,902 | 3.91" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Sevier River last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Sevier River was last stocked May 7, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Sevier River?
Sevier River is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Channel Catfish, and Brook Trout.
What time of year is Sevier River stocked?
Sevier River is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Sevier River stocked?
Sevier River has been stocked about 8 times a year — 374 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Sevier River?
About 2,290,973 fish have been stocked in Sevier River across 374 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Sevier River?
Fish stocked in Sevier River average about 6.3 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Sevier 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 Sevier River?
Freshly stocked trout in Sevier 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.