Teapot Lake Fish Stocking
SUMMIT County, Utah · 1980–2026 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Teapot Lake was last stocked July 16, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Teapot Lake has 613 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 340,682 fish stocked over that period.
When Teapot Lake is stocked
Teapot Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 197 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Teapot Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in SUMMIT County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Teapot 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 Teapot Lake was last stocked July 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 Teapot 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.
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.
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 Teapot 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 Teapot Lake, freshest activity first.
Lilly Lake
0 miSUMMIT County · 4 species · 515 records
Last stocked July 2026
Trial Lake
1 miSUMMIT County · 5 species · 900 records
Last stocked July 2026
Washington Lake
1 miSUMMIT County · 6 species · 453 records
Last stocked July 2026
Lost Lake
0 miSUMMIT County · 4 species · 199 records
Last stocked June 2026
Faith Lake
1 miSUMMIT County · 1 species · 14 records
Last stocked June 2025
Clegg Lake
1 miSUMMIT County · 1 species · 35 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 16, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 10.5" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | 9.82" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2026 | Brook Trout | 496 | 2.99" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 312 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 240 | 10.14" | Utah DWR |
| June 3, 2026 | Tiger Trout | 348 | 9.89" | Utah DWR |
| September 4, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 401 | 10.96" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 18, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 448 | 12.95" | Utah DWR |
| August 6, 2025 | Tiger Trout | 250 | 11.26" | Utah DWR |
| August 4, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 224 | 12.95" | Utah DWR |
| August 4, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 224 | 12.95" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 451 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 451 | 10.44" | Utah DWR |
| July 11, 2025 | Brook Trout | 1,359 | 3.6" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2025 | Tiger Trout | 349 | 11.08" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 450 | 10.77" | Utah DWR |
| July 3, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 452 | 10.52" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 2025 | Tiger Trout | 347 | 11.08" | Utah DWR |
| June 17, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 452 | 10.6" | Utah DWR |
| August 28, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 505 | 11.02" | Utah DWR |
| August 19, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 213 | 10.55" | Utah DWR |
| August 14, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 311 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| August 12, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 511 | 10.55" | Utah DWR |
| August 5, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 207 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| July 31, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 212 | 10.56" | Utah DWR |
| July 29, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 322 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 2024 | Brook Trout | 502 | 3.78" | Utah DWR |
| July 15, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 212 | 10.21" | Utah DWR |
| July 15, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 625 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2024 | Brook Trout | 510 | 2.9" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| July 3, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| July 2, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| June 20, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 499 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| June 19, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 503 | 12.25" | Utah DWR |
| August 28, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | 12.13" | Utah DWR |
| August 21, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | 12.13" | Utah DWR |
| August 14, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 501 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| August 7, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 315 | 12.13" | Utah DWR |
| August 1, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 502 | 9.52" | Utah DWR |
| July 25, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 254 | 11.99" | Utah DWR |
| July 18, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 400 | 9.21" | Utah DWR |
| July 17, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 11.26" | Utah DWR |
| July 17, 2023 | Brook Trout | 494 | 2.68" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 11.16" | Utah DWR |
| July 3, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 254 | 11.26" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 11.6" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 501 | 9.41" | Utah DWR |
| August 29, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 10.28" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Teapot Lake last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Teapot Lake was last stocked July 16, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Teapot Lake?
Teapot Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, Tiger Trout, Cutthroat Trout, and Arctic Grayling.
What time of year is Teapot Lake stocked?
Teapot Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Teapot Lake stocked?
Teapot Lake has been stocked about 13 times a year — 613 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Teapot Lake?
About 340,682 fish have been stocked in Teapot Lake across 613 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Teapot Lake?
Fish stocked in Teapot Lake average about 9.4 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Teapot 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 Teapot Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Teapot 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.