Shingle Creek East Fish Stocking
Utah · 1980–2024 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Shingle Creek East was last stocked July 8, 2024 with Tiger Trout. Shingle Creek East has 23 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2024, with about 9,040 fish stocked over that period.
When Shingle Creek East is stocked
Shingle Creek East is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 19 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Shingle Creek East
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 Shingle Creek East, 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 Shingle Creek East was last stocked July 8, 2024, 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 Shingle Creek East:
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.
Tiger Trout Profile Tips
Known for hitting lures and flies aggressively; a favorite for anglers seeking a distinctive, hard-fighting stocked trout.
Splake Profile Tips
Managed purely as a put-and-take hatchery fishery — splake do not naturally reproduce.
Recommended Tackle for Shingle Creek East
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 Shingle Creek East, freshest activity first.
Castle Lake
2 miSUMMIT County · 3 species · 23 records
Last stocked September 2025
Junior Lake
3 miSUMMIT County · 2 species · 28 records
Last stocked September 2025
Fire Lake
3 miSUMMIT County · 2 species · 21 records
Last stocked September 2025
Island Lake
4 miSUMMIT County · 2 species · 26 records
Last stocked September 2025
Big Elk Reservoir
2 miSUMMIT County · 2 species · 24 records
Last stocked July 2025
Erickson Lake North W26
1 miSUMMIT County · 1 species · 23 records
Last stocked June 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 255 | 2.78" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 2022 | Tiger Trout | 257 | 2.65" | Utah DWR |
| July 31, 2020 | Tiger Trout | 414 | 2.4" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 2018 | Tiger Trout | 332 | 2.34" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2016 | Tiger Trout | 396 | 3.62" | Utah DWR |
| June 12, 2014 | Tiger Trout | 399 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| July 4, 2012 | Tiger Trout | 399 | 3.16" | Utah DWR |
| July 13, 2010 | Tiger Trout | 410 | 2.34" | Utah DWR |
Show 15 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2009 | Tiger Trout | 0 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 2008 | Tiger Trout | 396 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2008 | Tiger Trout | 400 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2008 | Tiger Trout | 0 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2006 | Splake | 401 | 3.74" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2006 | Splake | 400 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 1998 | Splake | 450 | 3.71" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 1994 | Splake | 567 | 3.96" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 1994 | Splake | 0 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 1994 | Splake | 473 | 3.96" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 1992 | Splake | 502 | 4.38" | Utah DWR |
| July 5, 1990 | Splake | 399 | 0" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 1987 | Splake | 428 | 3.81" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 1983 | Brook Trout | 713 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 1980 | Brook Trout | 1,049 | — | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Shingle Creek East last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Events (1979–2024 archive), Shingle Creek East was last stocked July 8, 2024 with Tiger Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Shingle Creek East?
Shingle Creek East is stocked with Tiger Trout, Splake, and Brook Trout.
What time of year is Shingle Creek East stocked?
Shingle Creek East is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Shingle Creek East stocked?
Shingle Creek East is stocked intermittently — 23 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2024.
How many fish have been stocked in Shingle Creek East?
About 9,040 fish have been stocked in Shingle Creek East across 23 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Shingle Creek East?
Fish stocked in Shingle Creek East average about 3.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Shingle Creek East?
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 Shingle Creek East?
Freshly stocked trout in Shingle Creek East 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.