Sunset Pond Fish Stocking
SALT LAKE County, Utah · 2002–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Sunset Pond was last stocked May 27, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Sunset Pond has 265 stocking records on file, spanning 2002–2026, with about 108,765 fish stocked over that period.
When Sunset Pond is stocked
Sunset Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 86 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Sunset Pond
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in SALT LAKE County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Sunset 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 Sunset Pond was last stocked May 27, 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 Sunset 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 Sunset 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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Last stocked May 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| April 27, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 248 | 9.69" | Utah DWR |
| April 23, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 9.43" | Utah DWR |
| April 13, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| April 7, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 9.69" | Utah DWR |
| April 3, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| March 19, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 90 | 14.94" | Utah DWR |
| March 19, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 10 | 18.74" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 19, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 9.69" | Utah DWR |
| March 16, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 9.46" | Utah DWR |
| September 5, 2025 | Channel Catfish | 50 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2025 | Channel Catfish | 563 | 8.22" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 10.01" | Utah DWR |
| April 29, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| April 22, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 9.64" | Utah DWR |
| April 22, 2025 | Wiper | 168 | 7.74" | Utah DWR |
| April 14, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| April 8, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| March 25, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | 9.5" | Utah DWR |
| March 17, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 9.5" | Utah DWR |
| October 3, 2024 | Bluegill | 700 | 2.92" | Utah DWR |
| October 3, 2024 | Largemouth Bass | 100 | 2.92" | Utah DWR |
| October 3, 2024 | Grass Carp | 15 | 6.3" | Utah DWR |
| September 5, 2024 | Channel Catfish | 300 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| June 20, 2024 | Channel Catfish | 120 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2024 | Channel Catfish | 50 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| May 17, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 351 | 9.75" | Utah DWR |
| May 1, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 151 | 17.81" | Utah DWR |
| April 30, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 9.57" | Utah DWR |
| April 23, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 9.57" | Utah DWR |
| April 15, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| April 8, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 9.43" | Utah DWR |
| April 1, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| March 25, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 9.55" | Utah DWR |
| March 18, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| September 22, 2023 | Bluegill | 188 | 2.55" | Utah DWR |
| September 22, 2023 | Largemouth Bass | 140 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| September 7, 2023 | Channel Catfish | 100 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| August 24, 2023 | Channel Catfish | 100 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2023 | Channel Catfish | 300 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 1, 2023 | Channel Catfish | 150 | 13.57" | Utah DWR |
| May 31, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 9.53" | Utah DWR |
| May 8, 2023 | Wiper | 170 | 7.83" | Utah DWR |
| May 3, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 9.44" | Utah DWR |
| April 24, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 249 | 9.44" | Utah DWR |
| April 17, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 9.43" | Utah DWR |
| April 10, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 252 | 10.27" | Utah DWR |
| March 29, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
| March 27, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
| March 21, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Sunset Pond last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Sunset Pond was last stocked May 27, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Sunset Pond?
Sunset Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Channel Catfish, Wiper, Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, and Grass Carp.
What time of year is Sunset Pond stocked?
Sunset Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Sunset Pond stocked?
Sunset Pond has been stocked about 11 times a year — 265 recorded stockings between 2002 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Sunset Pond?
About 108,765 fish have been stocked in Sunset Pond across 265 recorded events since 2002, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Sunset Pond?
Fish stocked in Sunset Pond average about 10.4 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Sunset 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 Sunset Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Sunset 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.