Watson Lake Fish Stocking
SUMMIT County, Utah · 1980–2025 on record
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Watson Lake was last stocked June 25, 2025 with Brook Trout. Watson Lake has 30 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2025, with about 15,047 fish stocked over that period.
When Watson Lake is stocked
Watson Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 20 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
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By species
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 25, 2025 | Brook Trout | 300 | 3.01" | Utah DWR |
| July 3, 2024 | Brook Trout | 296 | 2.9" | Utah DWR |
| July 14, 2023 | Brook Trout | 299 | 2.68" | Utah DWR |
| June 27, 2022 | Brook Trout | 300 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 2021 | Brook Trout | 299 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
| July 30, 2020 | Brook Trout | 297 | 2.47" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 2018 | Brook Trout | 599 | 2.88" | Utah DWR |
| June 28, 2016 | Brook Trout | 601 | 2.16" | Utah DWR |
Show 22 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 19, 2014 | Brook Trout | 632 | 2.4" | Utah DWR |
| June 25, 2012 | Brook Trout | 608 | 2.3" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2010 | Brook Trout | 598 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2009 | Brook Trout | 0 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 8, 2008 | Brook Trout | 600 | 2.92" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2008 | Brook Trout | 0 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 1, 2008 | Brook Trout | 600 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2007 | Brook Trout | 600 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 7, 2006 | Brook Trout | 600 | 2.75" | Utah DWR |
| June 30, 2006 | Brook Trout | 600 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 6, 2004 | Brook Trout | 603 | 2.48" | Utah DWR |
| June 24, 2002 | Brook Trout | 612 | 2.54" | Utah DWR |
| July 16, 1998 | Brook Trout | 606 | 2.46" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 1996 | Brook Trout | 595 | 2.3" | Utah DWR |
| July 5, 1994 | Brook Trout | 598 | 2.82" | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 1992 | Brook Trout | 598 | 3" | Utah DWR |
| July 12, 1990 | Brook Trout | 595 | 2.84" | Utah DWR |
| June 23, 1988 | Brook Trout | 609 | 2.79" | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 1986 | Brook Trout | 605 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 9, 1984 | Brook Trout | 592 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 13, 1982 | Brook Trout | 607 | — | Utah DWR |
| July 10, 1980 | Brook Trout | 598 | — | Utah DWR |
Frequently asked
When was Watson Lake last stocked?
According to Utah DWR — Fish Stocking Report, Watson Lake was last stocked June 25, 2025 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Watson Lake?
Watson Lake is stocked with Brook Trout.
What time of year is Watson Lake stocked?
Watson Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Watson Lake stocked?
Watson Lake is stocked intermittently — 30 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Watson Lake?
About 15,047 fish have been stocked in Watson Lake across 30 recorded events since 1980, per Utah fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Watson Lake?
Fish stocked in Watson Lake average about 2.7 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.