Silver Lake Flat Reservoir (American Fork Canyon) fishing
Silver Lake Flat Reservoir (American Fork Canyon) was last stocked on July 22, 2026 with 4,000 brook trout (3.0 in. average), according to the Utah DWR fish stocking report. It is a reservoir in Utah County, Utah. From 2021 to 2026, DWR stocked 94,597 fish here, the 5th most of 58 stocked waters in Utah County.
Silver Lake Flat Reservoir (American Fork Canyon) stocking report, last 12 months
| July 22, 2026 | Brook trout | 4,000 | 3.0 in. |
| July 20, 2026 | Cutthroat trout | 5,010 | 2.8 in. |
| July 13, 2026 | Rainbow trout | 900 | 11.2 in. |
| June 29, 2026 | Rainbow trout | 900 | 11.2 in. |
| June 18, 2026 | Rainbow trout | 899 | 11.5 in. |
| June 2, 2026 | Rainbow trout | 999 | 11.2 in. |
| May 12, 2026 | Rainbow trout | 999 | 11.0 in. |
| May 4, 2026 | Arctic grayling | 298 | 8.5 in. |
Source: Utah DWR fish stocking report. Stocking data fetched Sept. 25, 2026; newest record dated Sept. 23, 2026. DWR posts stockings after they happen and does not publish schedules.
When is Silver Lake Flat Reservoir (American Fork Canyon) stocked?
Based on DWR stocking records, 2021 to 2025. Stocked in 5 of those 5 years.
2025 stocking: 8 records, first on May 27, last on Sept. 10.
DWR does not publish stocking schedules. Patterns are based on past stocking records and are not a promise of future stocking. Weather, water conditions and hatchery supply change plans. How we read patterns.
Silver Lake Flat Reservoir (American Fork Canyon) stocking profile
- First record in the DWR report: May 13, 2002. Since then DWR has logged 151 stockings here in 24 different years, 336,832 fish in all.
- Species stocked 2021 to 2026, by share of fish: cutthroat trout 34% (31,792 fish), rainbow trout 30% (28,767 fish), brook trout 28% (26,830 fish) and arctic grayling 8% (7,208 fish).
- Busiest months in the record: June (38% of records) and July (31% of records).
- Stocked fish averaged 5.5 in. from 2021 to 2026 (per-record averages ranged from 2.3 to 12.9 in.).
- Fish stocked 2021 to 2026: 94,597, the 5th most of 58 stocked waters in Utah County and 66th of 1,068 statewide.
- Nearest other water with a page: Silver Lake (American Fork Canyon), 1.5 mi away.
Computed from Utah DWR stocking records (fish counts and average lengths as DWR reports them). Past stocking is history, not a schedule.
Silver Lake Flat Reservoir (American Fork Canyon) stocking history by year
| Year | Records | Fish | Avg. length | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 | 14,005 | 5.8 in. | Brook trout, Cutthroat trout, Rainbow trout, Arctic grayling |
| 2025 | 8 | 16,518 | 5.6 in. | Cutthroat trout, Rainbow trout, Arctic grayling, Brook trout |
| 2024 | 6 | 14,730 | 5.2 in. | Cutthroat trout, Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2023 | 6 | 14,486 | 5.7 in. | Cutthroat trout, Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2022 | 5 | 14,750 | 5.5 in. | Cutthroat trout, Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2021 | 8 | 20,108 | 5.2 in. | Cutthroat trout, Arctic grayling, Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2020 | 9 | 17,812 | 6.2 in. | Arctic grayling, Rainbow trout |
| 2019 | 12 | 26,478 | 5.1 in. | Cutthroat trout, Arctic grayling, Rainbow trout |
| 2018 | 8 | 7,998 | 10.5 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2017 | 2 | 4,002 | 9.0 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2016 | 11 | 39,234 | 8.0 in. | Rainbow trout, Arctic grayling, Cutthroat trout |
| 2014 | 3 | 8,869 | 9.5 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2013 | 4 | 14,102 | 7.9 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2012 | 5 | 11,801 | 7.3 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2011 | 4 | 10,055 | 9.6 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2010 | 8 | 16,658 | 7.1 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2009 | 7 | 15,950 | 6.9 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2008 | 7 | 10,765 | 8.2 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2007 | 8 | 9,000 | 7.6 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2006 | 3 | 9,000 | 7.7 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2005 | 4 | 9,008 | 7.2 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2004 | 5 | 9,499 | 8.7 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2003 | 5 | 11,003 | 7.4 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2002 | 5 | 11,001 | 7.1 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
All stocking records 2021 to Sept. 24, 2025 (33)
| Sept. 10, 2025 | Cutthroat trout | 6,747 | 3.7 in. |
| June 30, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 1,950 | 10.3 in. |
| June 30, 2025 | Arctic grayling | 473 | 7.1 in. |
| June 30, 2025 | Arctic grayling | 438 | 8.0 in. |
| June 30, 2025 | Brook trout | 4,008 | 3.0 in. |
| June 24, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 900 | 10.3 in. |
| June 4, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 1,000 | 10.3 in. |
| May 27, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 1,002 | 9.6 in. |
| Sept. 24, 2024 | Cutthroat trout | 6,036 | 2.3 in. |
| July 16, 2024 | Rainbow trout | 900 | 12.3 in. |
| July 8, 2024 | Rainbow trout | 901 | 12.0 in. |
| July 1, 2024 | Brook trout | 3,994 | 2.9 in. |
| June 24, 2024 | Rainbow trout | 900 | 9.9 in. |
| June 18, 2024 | Rainbow trout | 1,999 | 10.2 in. |
| Sept. 19, 2023 | Cutthroat trout | 4,998 | 2.3 in. |
| Aug. 23, 2023 | Brook trout | 781 | 3.6 in. |
| Aug. 10, 2023 | Rainbow trout | 901 | 12.8 in. |
| July 20, 2023 | Rainbow trout | 1,801 | 12.4 in. |
| July 14, 2023 | Brook trout | 4,004 | 2.7 in. |
| June 27, 2023 | Rainbow trout | 2,001 | 12.1 in. |
| Sept. 19, 2022 | Cutthroat trout | 5,000 | 2.4 in. |
| June 30, 2022 | Rainbow trout | 2,349 | 11.8 in. |
| June 27, 2022 | Brook trout | 5,040 | 2.8 in. |
| June 14, 2022 | Rainbow trout | 1,360 | 11.8 in. |
| May 18, 2022 | Rainbow trout | 1,001 | 11.3 in. |
| Sept. 21, 2021 | Cutthroat trout | 4,001 | 2.5 in. |
| Sept. 21, 2021 | Arctic grayling | 5,999 | 2.6 in. |
| July 19, 2021 | Rainbow trout | 901 | 12.9 in. |
| July 7, 2021 | Rainbow trout | 902 | 12.5 in. |
| June 29, 2021 | Brook trout | 5,003 | 2.8 in. |
| June 21, 2021 | Rainbow trout | 901 | 12.9 in. |
| June 8, 2021 | Rainbow trout | 1,001 | 12.3 in. |
| May 24, 2021 | Rainbow trout | 1,400 | 12.1 in. |
Fishing rules
The 2026 Utah Fishing Guidebook lists no water-specific rules for Silver Lake Flat Reservoir (American Fork Canyon) under that name, so statewide rules apply unless DWR posts a change. Some waters are covered by a group entry (for example a drainage or its tributaries).
Rules summarized in our own words from the 2026 Utah Fishing Guidebook. DWR can change rules mid-year: check the current guidebook and its updates at wildlife.utah.gov/guidebooks before fishing. See statewide limits.
Access and facilities
- Other activities
- Hiking, OHV or 4WD trails, Swimming, Wildlife watching
- Facilities
- Restrooms, Trails/shoreline paths
- Camping
- Primitive tent camping
Facility list from DWR Fish Utah. Check with the land manager before you go; facilities close seasonally.
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Silver Lake Flat Reservoir (American Fork Canyon) questions
When is Silver Lake Flat Reservoir (American Fork Canyon) stocked?
DWR does not publish stocking schedules. Past records show Silver Lake Flat Reservoir (American Fork Canyon) was stocked in mid to late May (3 of the last 5 years), early to mid June (4 of the last 5 years), late June (5 of the last 5 years), mid July (3 of the last 5 years) and early to mid September (3 of the last 5 years). The most recent stocking in the DWR report is dated July 22, 2026.
What fish are in Silver Lake Flat Reservoir (American Fork Canyon)?
DWR lists arctic grayling, brook trout, cutthroat trout and rainbow trout as likely catches. Since 2021 DWR has stocked rainbow trout, brook trout, cutthroat trout and arctic grayling.
What are the fishing limits at Silver Lake Flat Reservoir (American Fork Canyon)?
The 2026 guidebook lists no water-specific rules under this name, so statewide limits apply unless DWR posts a change. See our statewide limits page and check the guidebook.
Stocking: Utah DWR fish stocking report, fetched Sept. 25, 2026. Size, program, species and facilities: DWR Fish Utah. Location: Utah DWR, USGS NHD. Rules: 2026 Utah Fishing Guidebook. Page built Sept. 24, 2026. Found an error? [email protected]. Verify rules with DWR before fishing.