Three Creeks Reservoir Fish Stocking
BEAVER County, Utah · 1980–2025 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Three Creeks Reservoir was last stocked June 12, 2025 with Rainbow Trout. Three Creeks Reservoir has 58 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2025, with about 76,866 fish stocked over that period.
When Three Creeks Reservoir is stocked
Three Creeks Reservoir is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 31 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Three Creeks Reservoir
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in BEAVER County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Three Creeks 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 Three Creeks Reservoir was last stocked June 12, 2025, 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 Three Creeks 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.
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.
Tiger Trout Profile Tips
Known for hitting lures and flies aggressively; a favorite for anglers seeking a distinctive, hard-fighting stocked trout.
Recommended Tackle for Three Creeks 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.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Three Creeks Reservoir, freshest activity first.
Merchant Valley Reservoir
2 miBEAVER County · 2 species · 93 records
Last stocked June 2026
Kents Lake Middle
5 miBEAVER County · 5 species · 334 records
Last stocked June 2026
Kents Lake Lower
5 miBEAVER County · 4 species · 119 records
Last stocked June 2026
Little Reservoir
5 miBEAVER County · 3 species · 313 records
Last stocked April 2026
Kents Lake Upper
5 miBEAVER County · 3 species · 53 records
Last stocked October 2025
North Creek S Fork
5 miBEAVER County · 1 species · 5 records
Last stocked September 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 12, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 506 | 10.18" | Utah DWR |
| June 14, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 496 | 8.73" | Utah DWR |
| June 12, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.95" | Utah DWR |
| July 21, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 516 | 10.2" | Utah DWR |
| June 8, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,004 | 10.19" | Utah DWR |
| May 25, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 10.97" | Utah DWR |
| July 23, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 675 | 10.29" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 840 | 10.07" | Utah DWR |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 5, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 10.27" | Utah DWR |
| June 19, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.99" | Utah DWR |
| July 19, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 998 | 9.63" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 1,010 | 9.96" | Utah DWR |
| July 11, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 992 | 10.1" | Utah DWR |
| June 22, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,005 | 10.46" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 987 | 9.25" | Utah DWR |
| June 17, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 996 | 8.96" | Utah DWR |
| June 3, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 1,003 | 8.38" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 904 | 10.22" | Utah DWR |
| June 15, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 1,097 | 10.22" | Utah DWR |
| June 7, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 1,283 | 9.53" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 1,332 | 10.17" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 2,600 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 2,600 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 1,260 | 10.57" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 1,260 | 10.57" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 1,302 | 10.68" | Utah DWR |
| May 28, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 2,600 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 2,600 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 792 | 9.54" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 780 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| June 29, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 780 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 781 | 9.77" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 780 | 10" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | 9.4" | Utah DWR |
| June 10, 2003 | Rainbow Trout | 2,001 | 9.62" | Utah DWR |
| May 29, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 2,006 | 9.35" | Utah DWR |
| June 6, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 1,509 | 9.72" | Utah DWR |
| June 9, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 2,007 | 9.88" | Utah DWR |
| June 5, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 2,016 | 9.54" | Utah DWR |
| May 23, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 2,003 | 9.87" | Utah DWR |
| May 24, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 1,959 | 9.77" | Utah DWR |
| June 13, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 2,016 | 10.05" | Utah DWR |
| June 3, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 1,992 | 9.76" | Utah DWR |
| May 27, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 2,024 | 9.84" | Utah DWR |
| June 4, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 1,016 | 9.82" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.79" | Utah DWR |
| May 14, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 9.32" | Utah DWR |
| May 15, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 1,495 | 9.62" | Utah DWR |
| June 1, 1988 | Rainbow Trout | 1,515 | 9.69" | Utah DWR |
| June 2, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 1,504 | 9.25" | Utah DWR |
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Frequently asked
When was Three Creeks Reservoir last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Three Creeks Reservoir was last stocked June 12, 2025 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Three Creeks Reservoir?
Three Creeks Reservoir is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Tiger Trout.
What time of year is Three Creeks Reservoir stocked?
Three Creeks Reservoir is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Three Creeks Reservoir stocked?
Three Creeks Reservoir has been stocked about 1 times a year — 58 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Three Creeks Reservoir?
About 76,866 fish have been stocked in Three Creeks Reservoir across 58 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Three Creeks Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Three Creeks Reservoir average about 9.9 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Three Creeks 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 Three Creeks Reservoir?
Freshly stocked trout in Three Creeks 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.