Twelve Mile Creek Fish Stocking
SANPETE County, Utah · 1980–2025 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Twelve Mile Creek was last stocked September 10, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout. Twelve Mile Creek has 8 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2025, with about 25,509 fish stocked over that period.
When Twelve Mile Creek is stocked
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Twelve Mile Creek
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in SANPETE County, Utah.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Twelve Mile Creek, 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 Twelve Mile Creek was last stocked September 10, 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 Twelve Mile Creek:
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.
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.
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.
Recommended Tackle for Twelve Mile Creek
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 Twelve Mile Creek, freshest activity first.
East Parley's
7 miSANPETE County · 1 species · 32 records
Last stocked June 2026
Vic's Pond
7 miSANPETE County · 1 species · 9 records
Last stocked June 2026
Bee Tree
7 miSANPETE County · 1 species · 37 records
Last stocked June 2026
Riches Pond
8 miSANPETE County · 1 species · 32 records
Last stocked June 2026
Lower Wpa
8 miSANPETE County · 1 species · 35 records
Last stocked June 2026
Palisade Reservoir
7 miSANPETE County · 8 species · 323 records
Last stocked June 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 10, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,998 | 1.97" | Utah DWR |
| September 16, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 6,129 | 1.93" | Utah DWR |
| September 20, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 8,100 | 2.12" | Utah DWR |
| August 26, 1985 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,029 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 1982 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | — | Utah DWR |
| June 26, 1981 | Rainbow Trout | 752 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 18, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | — | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 451 | — | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Twelve Mile Creek last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Twelve Mile Creek was last stocked September 10, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Twelve Mile Creek?
Twelve Mile Creek is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Rainbow Trout.
How often is Twelve Mile Creek stocked?
Twelve Mile Creek is stocked intermittently — 8 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Twelve Mile Creek?
About 25,509 fish have been stocked in Twelve Mile Creek across 8 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Twelve Mile Creek?
Fish stocked in Twelve Mile Creek average about 2.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Twelve Mile Creek?
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 Twelve Mile Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Twelve Mile Creek 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.