Silver Lake Fish Stocking
UTAH County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Silver Lake was last stocked July 20, 2026 with Cutthroat Trout. Silver Lake has 467 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 724,052 fish stocked over that period.
When Silver Lake is stocked
Silver Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 178 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Silver Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in UTAH County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Silver Lake, 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 Silver Lake was last stocked July 20, 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 Silver Lake:
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.
Cutthroat Trout Profile Tips
Known for being relatively easy to catch on dry flies, making it a favorite of western fly anglers; many subspecies are managed under catch-and-release rules to protect native populations.
Brook Trout Profile Tips
A favorite of high-country and small-stream anglers; often more willing to strike than brown or rainbow trout in the same water.
Recommended Tackle for Silver Lake
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 Silver Lake, freshest activity first.
Mary Ellen Gulch Creek
4 miUTAH County · 1 species · 9 records
Last stocked November 2025
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Last stocked September 2025
White Pine Lake
6 miSALT LAKE County · 1 species · 26 records
Last stocked September 2025
Red Pine Lake Upper
6 miSALT LAKE County · 1 species · 27 records
Last stocked September 2025
Mary Lake
1 miSALT LAKE County · 1 species · 40 records
Last stocked June 2025
Catherine Lake
1 miSALT LAKE County · 1 species · 32 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 20, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,001 | 2.8" | Utah DWR |
| September 10, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,011 | 3.71" | Utah DWR |
| June 25, 2025 | Brook Trout | 1,300 | 3.01" | Utah DWR |
| September 24, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,018 | 2.41" | Utah DWR |
| July 31, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | 10.46" | Utah DWR |
| July 11, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 10.15" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2024 | Brook Trout | 1,295 | 2.92" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2024 | Brook Trout | 1,991 | 2.92" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 26, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 10.15" | Utah DWR |
| June 18, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,498 | 9.76" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 6,008 | 2.28" | Utah DWR |
| August 14, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| August 9, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2023 | Brook Trout | 2,002 | 2.68" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2023 | Brook Trout | 1,300 | 2.68" | Utah DWR |
| July 3, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 10.38" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,998 | 10.19" | Utah DWR |
| September 19, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,000 | 2.43" | Utah DWR |
| July 19, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,002 | 9.81" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,342 | 9.36" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2022 | Brook Trout | 1,320 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2022 | Brook Trout | 2,040 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,984 | 10.43" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,672 | 9.45" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2021 | Arctic Grayling | 3,010 | 2.65" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 2.46" | Utah DWR |
| August 3, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| July 20, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 243 | 15.22" | Utah DWR |
| July 20, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 11.48" | Utah DWR |
| July 20, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 243 | 15.22" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,002 | 10.37" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2021 | Brook Trout | 2,001 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
| June 21, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 10.13" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 2,001 | 9.7" | Utah DWR |
| October 7, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,002 | 2.15" | Utah DWR |
| September 22, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,002 | 2.13" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2020 | Arctic Grayling | 3,006 | 2.81" | Utah DWR |
| August 4, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 8.94" | Utah DWR |
| July 30, 2020 | Brook Trout | 2,013 | 2.47" | Utah DWR |
| July 30, 2020 | Brook Trout | 1,502 | 2.47" | Utah DWR |
| July 15, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,002 | 9.21" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| October 2, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,008 | 2.56" | Utah DWR |
| October 1, 2019 | Arctic Grayling | 6,997 | 2.39" | Utah DWR |
| August 7, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 752 | 11.3" | Utah DWR |
| August 7, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 752 | 11.3" | Utah DWR |
| August 7, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,501 | 9.78" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Silver Lake last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Silver Lake was last stocked July 20, 2026 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Silver Lake?
Silver Lake is stocked with Cutthroat Trout, Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Arctic Grayling.
What time of year is Silver Lake stocked?
Silver Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Silver Lake stocked?
Silver Lake has been stocked about 10 times a year — 467 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Silver Lake?
About 724,052 fish have been stocked in Silver Lake across 467 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Silver Lake?
Fish stocked in Silver Lake average about 8.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Silver Lake?
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 Silver Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Silver Lake 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.