Steed Pond Fish Stocking
DAVIS County, Utah · 1981–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Steed Pond was last stocked May 19, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Steed Pond has 253 stocking records on file, spanning 1981–2026, with about 132,803 fish stocked over that period.
When Steed Pond is stocked
Steed Pond is typically stocked year-round, most often in September — 42 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Steed Pond
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in DAVIS County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Steed 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 Steed Pond was last stocked May 19, 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 Steed 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 Steed 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 Steed Pond, freshest activity first.
Adams Reservoir
7 miDAVIS County · 9 species · 185 records
Last stocked July 2026
Meadow Creek P
4 miWEBER County · 12 species · 601 records
Last stocked June 2026
Jensen Nature Park Pond
4 miDAVIS County · 12 species · 445 records
Last stocked June 2026
Hobbs Reservoir
7 miDAVIS County · 6 species · 56 records
Last stocked May 2026
Glassmans Pond
6 miWEBER County · 8 species · 294 records
Last stocked May 2026
Ft Buenaventura P
7 miWEBER County · 4 species · 110 records
Last stocked April 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 661 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| May 4, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 660 | 9.55" | Utah DWR |
| April 22, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 551 | 9.43" | Utah DWR |
| April 7, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 330 | 9.69" | Utah DWR |
| October 28, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9.69" | Utah DWR |
| October 8, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9.43" | Utah DWR |
| September 25, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| September 5, 2025 | Channel Catfish | 350 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
Show 42 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 19, 2025 | Channel Catfish | 2,320 | 6" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2025 | Channel Catfish | 2,900 | 6.6" | Utah DWR |
| April 28, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 374 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| April 28, 2025 | Wiper | 198 | 7.24" | Utah DWR |
| April 1, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 301 | 9.5" | Utah DWR |
| March 17, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 301 | 9.5" | Utah DWR |
| March 4, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 426 | 9.43" | Utah DWR |
| February 15, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9.43" | Utah DWR |
| October 30, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| October 16, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| September 23, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 365 | 9.93" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2024 | Channel Catfish | 150 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| May 23, 2024 | Wiper | 150 | 8.22" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 376 | 9.57" | Utah DWR |
| April 15, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 299 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| April 1, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 299 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| March 18, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 299 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| March 4, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 425 | 9.68" | Utah DWR |
| February 27, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 238 | 14.33" | Utah DWR |
| February 21, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| October 24, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.62" | Utah DWR |
| October 16, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.5" | Utah DWR |
| September 20, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.42" | Utah DWR |
| September 7, 2023 | Channel Catfish | 405 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| August 24, 2023 | Channel Catfish | 500 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2023 | Channel Catfish | 298 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 1, 2023 | Channel Catfish | 200 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| May 3, 2023 | Wiper | 251 | 6.96" | Utah DWR |
| May 2, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 374 | 9.44" | Utah DWR |
| April 17, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 301 | 9.43" | Utah DWR |
| April 5, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 99 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
| March 27, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 425 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
| March 27, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
| March 21, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| March 17, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| October 24, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| October 11, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| September 26, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 349 | 9.51" | Utah DWR |
| September 15, 2022 | Channel Catfish | 250 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| September 12, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 9.48" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2022 | Channel Catfish | 434 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 13, 2022 | Wiper | 501 | 7.8" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Steed Pond last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Steed Pond was last stocked May 19, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Steed Pond?
Steed Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Channel Catfish, Wiper, Cutthroat Trout, Largemouth Bass, Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Trout (unspecified), and Bluegill.
What time of year is Steed Pond stocked?
Steed Pond is typically stocked year-round, most often in September.
How often is Steed Pond stocked?
Steed Pond has been stocked about 6 times a year — 253 recorded stockings between 1981 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Steed Pond?
About 132,803 fish have been stocked in Steed Pond across 253 recorded events since 1981, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Steed Pond?
Fish stocked in Steed Pond average about 11.9 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Steed 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 Steed Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Steed 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.