Short Lake Fish Stocking
GARFIELD County, Utah · 1982–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Short Lake was last stocked July 13, 2026 with Cutthroat Trout. Short Lake has 24 stocking records on file, spanning 1982–2026, with about 9,201 fish stocked over that period.
When Short Lake is stocked
Short Lake is typically stocked in fall, most often in September — 20 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Short Lake, freshest activity first.
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Pleasant Creek Lake Bts
3 miGARFIELD County · 2 species · 60 records
Last stocked July 2026
Big Lake Bts
3 miGARFIELD County · 3 species · 60 records
Last stocked July 2026
Ledge Lake Bts
1 miGARFIELD County · 1 species · 46 records
Last stocked July 2026
Half Moon Lake Bts
1 miGARFIELD County · 2 species · 67 records
Last stocked July 2026
East Lake Bts
1 miGARFIELD County · 2 species · 53 records
Last stocked July 2026
By species
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 13, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 300 | 2.6" | Utah DWR |
| August 20, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 300 | 2.65" | Utah DWR |
| September 18, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 200 | 1.79" | Utah DWR |
| September 26, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 320 | 2.07" | Utah DWR |
| September 20, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 300 | 2.32" | Utah DWR |
| September 23, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 299 | 2.12" | Utah DWR |
| September 25, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 274 | 1.73" | Utah DWR |
| October 1, 2018 | Cutthroat Trout | 300 | 2.43" | Utah DWR |
Show 16 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 19, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 309 | 1.82" | Utah DWR |
| September 18, 2015 | Cutthroat Trout | 305 | 1.92" | Utah DWR |
| September 10, 2014 | Cutthroat Trout | 408 | 1.85" | Utah DWR |
| September 16, 2013 | Cutthroat Trout | 429 | 2.05" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2012 | Cutthroat Trout | 301 | 2.14" | Utah DWR |
| September 20, 2011 | Cutthroat Trout | 510 | 1.83" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| September 13, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 288 | 1.54" | Utah DWR |
| September 13, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 212 | 2.1" | Utah DWR |
| September 16, 2009 | Cutthroat Trout | 498 | 2.09" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2009 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| September 23, 2008 | Cutthroat Trout | 502 | 2.13" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2008 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| September 18, 2007 | Cutthroat Trout | 497 | 2.2" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2007 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| August 16, 1982 | Cutthroat Trout | 649 | — | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Short Lake last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Short Lake was last stocked July 13, 2026 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Short Lake?
Short Lake is stocked with Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Short Lake stocked?
Short Lake is typically stocked in fall, most often in September.
How often is Short Lake stocked?
Short Lake is stocked intermittently — 24 recorded stockings between 1982 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Short Lake?
About 9,201 fish have been stocked in Short Lake across 24 recorded events since 1982, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Short Lake?
Fish stocked in Short Lake average about 2.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.