Strawberry Reservoir Fish Stocking
WASATCH County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Strawberry Reservoir was last stocked June 16, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Strawberry Reservoir has 4,147 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 115,783,302 fish stocked over that period.
When Strawberry Reservoir is stocked
Strawberry Reservoir is typically stocked in summer and fall, most often in June — 173 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Strawberry Reservoir
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in WASATCH County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Strawberry Reservoir, 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 Strawberry Reservoir was last stocked June 16, 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 Strawberry Reservoir:
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.
Kokanee & Salmon Tactics
Troll small dodgers followed by micro-hoochies or wedding ring spinners tipped with shoepeg corn. Use downriggers or lead-core line to reach cooler thermocline depths (typically 20–50 ft in summer).
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.
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.
Recommended Tackle for Strawberry Reservoir
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.
Mack's Lure Classic Wedding Ring Spinner
A classic Western trolling lure designed to be tipped with shoepeg corn and run behind a dodger in deep thermoclines.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Strawberry Reservoir, freshest activity first.
Strawberry River Upper
7 miWASATCH County · 4 species · 184 records
Last stocked October 2025
Willow Creek
5 mi3 species · 44 records
Last stocked October 2022
Mud Creek
5 mi4 species · 21 records
Last stocked October 2008
Trout Creek Main Fork
6 mi2 species · 17 records
Last stocked October 2008
Clyde Creek
6 mi4 species · 21 records
Last stocked July 1997
Bryants Fork S Fork
4 mi3 species · 5 records
Last stocked June 1997
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 16, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 5,889 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 9,516 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,510 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| June 16, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,300 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 5,580 | 10.03" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 9,412 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 9,015 | 10.03" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,510 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
Show 42 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 9, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 14,386 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 54,044 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 5,496 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| May 27, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 2,160 | 10.57" | Utah DWR |
| May 26, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 22,410 | 10.57" | Utah DWR |
| May 6, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 11,072 | 7.54" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2026 | Kokanee | 45,510 | 2.95" | Utah DWR |
| April 23, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,661 | 7.84" | Utah DWR |
| April 23, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,967 | 7.49" | Utah DWR |
| April 22, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 9,854 | 7.32" | Utah DWR |
| April 16, 2026 | Kokanee | 200,925 | 3.17" | Utah DWR |
| April 15, 2026 | Kokanee | 200,925 | 3.17" | Utah DWR |
| March 11, 2026 | Kokanee | 23,222 | 2.19" | Utah DWR |
| March 9, 2026 | Kokanee | 150,000 | 2" | Utah DWR |
| November 15, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 470 | 10.21" | Utah DWR |
| October 21, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 833 | 10.29" | Utah DWR |
| October 21, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 719 | 9.97" | Utah DWR |
| October 8, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 7,317 | 9.91" | Utah DWR |
| October 8, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 9,837 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| October 8, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 9,576 | 9.97" | Utah DWR |
| October 8, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 9,504 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| October 7, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 5,635 | 10.25" | Utah DWR |
| October 7, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 19,602 | 9.95" | Utah DWR |
| October 7, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,951 | 10.51" | Utah DWR |
| October 7, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 8,460 | 10.39" | Utah DWR |
| October 7, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 10,466 | 10.69" | Utah DWR |
| October 6, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 6,992 | 10.06" | Utah DWR |
| October 6, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,733 | 10.45" | Utah DWR |
| October 6, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 18,739 | 9.77" | Utah DWR |
| October 6, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 9,468 | 9.72" | Utah DWR |
| October 6, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 18,001 | 9.9" | Utah DWR |
| October 1, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 340 | 11.37" | Utah DWR |
| October 1, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 15,024 | 3.12" | Utah DWR |
| October 1, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 54,462 | 3.12" | Utah DWR |
| October 1, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,445 | 11.37" | Utah DWR |
| September 29, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,402 | 11.33" | Utah DWR |
| September 29, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,170 | 11.33" | Utah DWR |
| September 24, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,376 | 11.33" | Utah DWR |
| September 24, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,376 | 11.33" | Utah DWR |
| September 24, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,376 | 11.33" | Utah DWR |
| September 23, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 9,862 | 11.88" | Utah DWR |
| September 10, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 8,578 | 10.26" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Strawberry Reservoir last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Strawberry Reservoir was last stocked June 16, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Strawberry Reservoir?
Strawberry Reservoir is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Cutthroat Trout, and Kokanee.
What time of year is Strawberry Reservoir stocked?
Strawberry Reservoir is typically stocked in summer and fall, most often in June.
How often is Strawberry Reservoir stocked?
Strawberry Reservoir has been stocked about 88 times a year — 4,147 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Strawberry Reservoir?
About 115,783,302 fish have been stocked in Strawberry Reservoir across 4,147 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Strawberry Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Strawberry Reservoir average about 6.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Strawberry Reservoir?
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 Strawberry Reservoir?
Freshly stocked trout in Strawberry Reservoir 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.