Skylers Pond Fish Stocking
CACHE County, Utah · 2004–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Skylers Pond was last stocked May 20, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Skylers Pond has 155 stocking records on file, spanning 2004–2026, with about 90,087 fish stocked over that period.
When Skylers Pond is stocked
Skylers Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 56 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Skylers Pond
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in CACHE County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Skylers Pond, 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 Skylers Pond was last stocked May 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 Skylers Pond:
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.
Bass & Panfish Approach
Target visible structure such as docks, weed lines, and fallen trees. Small 1/32 to 1/16 oz jig heads with soft plastic grubs or live worms under a float work well for crappie and bluegill; soft plastic worms or spinnerbaits work well for bass.
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.
Channel Catfish Profile Tips
Popular with bait anglers using cut bait, worms, or prepared 'stink bait'; often stocked specifically for summer evening fishing.
Recommended Tackle for Skylers Pond
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 Skylers Pond, freshest activity first.
Logan River
7 miCACHE County · 5 species · 2246 records
Last stocked July 2026
Pelican Pond
4 miCACHE County · 2 species · 2 records
Last stocked June 2026
Smithfield Creek
12 miCACHE County · 3 species · 147 records
Last stocked June 2026
Blacksmith Fork
13 miCACHE County · 1 species · 250 records
Last stocked June 2026
Wellsville Reservoir
8 miCACHE County · 8 species · 359 records
Last stocked June 2026
Hyrum Reservoir
7 miCACHE County · 12 species · 682 records
Last stocked May 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.91" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 11.73" | Utah DWR |
| October 8, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | 10.53" | Utah DWR |
| May 7, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 10.89" | Utah DWR |
| April 22, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 10.83" | Utah DWR |
| November 4, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 401 | 10.55" | Utah DWR |
| October 22, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | 10.55" | Utah DWR |
| September 24, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 9.9" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 22, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 11.39" | Utah DWR |
| April 18, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 17.1" | Utah DWR |
| October 14, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.17" | Utah DWR |
| June 12, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 299 | 11.42" | Utah DWR |
| May 22, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 301 | 11.04" | Utah DWR |
| April 26, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 600 | 10.96" | Utah DWR |
| October 25, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 11.37" | Utah DWR |
| May 12, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 10.19" | Utah DWR |
| April 28, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 9.72" | Utah DWR |
| April 20, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 9.05" | Utah DWR |
| October 19, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 11.63" | Utah DWR |
| September 21, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| April 20, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 497 | 8.74" | Utah DWR |
| April 6, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | 7.97" | Utah DWR |
| October 20, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 10.12" | Utah DWR |
| September 30, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 600 | 10.3" | Utah DWR |
| May 7, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.03" | Utah DWR |
| September 9, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 950 | 9.32" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | 13.76" | Utah DWR |
| April 4, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 9.34" | Utah DWR |
| October 18, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,100 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| October 10, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.17" | Utah DWR |
| April 16, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8.92" | Utah DWR |
| September 27, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 113 | 9.91" | Utah DWR |
| September 6, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 923 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 450 | 8.86" | Utah DWR |
| April 6, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 507 | 8.71" | Utah DWR |
| September 13, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| September 6, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 598 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| May 30, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.03" | Utah DWR |
| April 4, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 7.78" | Utah DWR |
| October 13, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 8.35" | Utah DWR |
| September 23, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 1,099 | 8.59" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 229 | 10.83" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 494 | 7.43" | Utah DWR |
| October 7, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8.7" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 498 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 6, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 599 | 9.59" | Utah DWR |
| April 8, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.34" | Utah DWR |
| October 29, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 518 | 9.18" | Utah DWR |
| October 9, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 497 | 8.54" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Skylers Pond last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Skylers Pond was last stocked May 20, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Skylers Pond?
Skylers Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Channel Catfish, Bluegill, and Largemouth Bass.
What time of year is Skylers Pond stocked?
Skylers Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Skylers Pond stocked?
Skylers Pond has been stocked about 7 times a year — 155 recorded stockings between 2004 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Skylers Pond?
About 90,087 fish have been stocked in Skylers Pond across 155 recorded events since 2004, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Skylers Pond?
Fish stocked in Skylers Pond average about 10.6 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Skylers Pond?
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 Skylers Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Skylers Pond 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.