Tropic Reservoir fishing
Tropic Reservoir was last stocked on May 7, 2026 with 1,999 tiger trout (9.3 in. average), according to the Utah DWR fish stocking report. It is a reservoir in Garfield County, Utah. From 2021 to 2026, DWR stocked 34,575 fish here, the 8th most of 65 stocked waters in Garfield County.
Latest fishing report
Fall outlook: the reservoir dropped very low this summer, likely hurting fish survival. Catchable rainbows and tigers added during spring and early summer should still offer some fishing.
Our summary of the Utah DWR fishing report dated Aug. 18, 2026, in our own words. Read the original on DWR Fish Utah.
Tropic Reservoir stocking report, last 12 months
| May 7, 2026 | Tiger trout | 1,999 | 9.3 in. |
| April 20, 2026 | Rainbow trout | 2,016 | 9.6 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 Tropic Reservoir stocked?
Based on DWR stocking records, 2021 to 2025. Stocked in 5 of those 5 years.
2025 stocking: 3 records, first on April 29, last on April 30.
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.
Tropic Reservoir stocking profile
- First record in the DWR report: April 22, 2002. Since then DWR has logged 99 stockings here in 25 different years, 225,846 fish in all.
- Species stocked 2021 to 2026, by share of fish: rainbow trout 52% (17,894 fish), tiger trout 47% (16,182 fish) and tiger muskie 1% (499 fish).
- Busiest months in the record: April (34% of records) and May (27% of records).
- Stocked fish averaged 9.8 in. from 2021 to 2026 (per-record averages ranged from 5.8 to 11.3 in.).
- Fish stocked 2021 to 2026: 34,575, the 8th most of 65 stocked waters in Garfield County and 149th of 1,068 statewide.
- Nearest other water with a page: East Fork Sevier River (Upper), 8.1 mi away.
Computed from Utah DWR stocking records (fish counts and average lengths as DWR reports them). Past stocking is history, not a schedule.
Tropic Reservoir stocking history by year
| Year | Records | Fish | Avg. length | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 4,015 | 9.5 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2025 | 3 | 7,019 | 9.8 in. | Rainbow trout, Tiger trout |
| 2024 | 3 | 7,526 | 9.5 in. | Tiger muskie, Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2023 | 4 | 7,008 | 10.6 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2022 | 4 | 6,135 | 9.5 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2021 | 2 | 2,872 | 9.8 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2020 | 3 | 7,082 | 10.2 in. | Rainbow trout, Tiger trout |
| 2019 | 3 | 7,000 | 9.2 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2018 | 3 | 8,507 | 8.2 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2017 | 3 | 8,507 | 7.9 in. | Rainbow trout, Tiger trout |
| 2016 | 3 | 8,578 | 7.5 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2015 | 3 | 8,530 | 7.3 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2014 | 3 | 11,050 | 6.2 in. | Tiger trout, Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2013 | 3 | 11,581 | 5.9 in. | Tiger trout, Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2012 | 8 | 11,066 | 7.1 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2011 | 5 | 10,856 | 6.8 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2010 | 6 | 12,855 | 7.1 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2009 | 5 | 12,971 | 6.9 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2008 | 6 | 16,596 | 6.6 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2007 | 6 | 16,722 | 6.2 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2006 | 5 | 9,688 | 6.5 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2005 | 5 | 9,678 | 6.6 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2004 | 5 | 8,001 | 7.8 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2003 | 3 | 6,001 | 9.6 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2002 | 3 | 6,002 | 9.3 in. | Rainbow trout |
All stocking records 2021 to Sept. 24, 2025 (16)
| April 30, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 3,504 | 10.2 in. |
| April 29, 2025 | Tiger trout | 1,818 | 9.4 in. |
| April 29, 2025 | Tiger trout | 1,697 | 9.4 in. |
| June 20, 2024 | Tiger muskie | 499 | 5.8 in. |
| May 29, 2024 | Tiger trout | 3,507 | 9.1 in. |
| April 25, 2024 | Rainbow trout | 3,520 | 10.4 in. |
| Aug. 21, 2023 | Tiger trout | 1,000 | 11.3 in. |
| Aug. 10, 2023 | Tiger trout | 1,250 | 11.3 in. |
| Aug. 10, 2023 | Tiger trout | 1,250 | 11.3 in. |
| May 11, 2023 | Rainbow trout | 3,508 | 10.0 in. |
| June 17, 2022 | Tiger trout | 512 | 8.7 in. |
| June 6, 2022 | Tiger trout | 1,363 | 8.6 in. |
| June 3, 2022 | Tiger trout | 754 | 9.0 in. |
| April 20, 2022 | Rainbow trout | 3,506 | 10.0 in. |
| May 20, 2021 | Tiger trout | 1,032 | 9.2 in. |
| April 15, 2021 | Rainbow trout | 1,840 | 10.1 in. |
Fishing rules
The 2026 Utah Fishing Guidebook lists no water-specific rules for Tropic Reservoir 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, Mountain biking, OHV or 4WD trails, Wildlife watching
- Facilities
- Drinking water, Fire rings, Restrooms, Gray water disposal, Picnic tables, Trails/shoreline paths
- Boating
- Boat ramp, Hand launch
- Camping
- Primitive tent camping, RV camping
- Accessible
- Limited wheelchair access
Facility list from DWR Fish Utah. Check with the land manager before you go; facilities close seasonally.
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Tropic Reservoir questions
When is Tropic Reservoir stocked?
DWR does not publish stocking schedules. Past records show Tropic Reservoir was stocked in mid to late April (4 of the last 5 years) and mid to late May (3 of the last 5 years). The most recent stocking in the DWR report is dated May 7, 2026.
What fish are in Tropic Reservoir?
DWR lists rainbow trout as likely catches and brown trout, tiger muskie and tiger trout as possible. Since 2021 DWR has stocked tiger trout, rainbow trout and tiger muskie.
What are the fishing limits at Tropic Reservoir?
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.