East Fork Virgin River fishing
East Fork Virgin River was last stocked on May 21, 2026 with 1,028 tiger trout (10.1 in. average), according to the Utah DWR fish stocking report. It is a river or stream in Kane County, Utah. From 2021 to 2026, DWR stocked 12,823 fish here, the 6th most of 9 stocked waters in Kane County.
East Fork Virgin River stocking report, last 12 months
| May 21, 2026 | Tiger trout | 1,028 | 10.1 in. |
| April 27, 2026 | Tiger trout | 1,495 | 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 East Fork Virgin River stocked?
Stocked in 2 of the last 5 years (2021 to 2025). We show a pattern only when a water was stocked in at least 3 of the last 5 years, so this page shows the stocking history only.
DWR does not publish stocking schedules. How we read stocking patterns.
East Fork Virgin River stocking profile
- First record in the DWR report: May 14, 2002. Since then DWR has logged 20 stockings here in 11 different years, 28,787 fish in all.
- Species stocked 2021 to 2026, by share of fish: brown trout 80% (10,300 fish) and tiger trout 20% (2,523 fish).
- Busiest months in the record: June (50% of records) and May (20% of records).
- Stocked fish averaged 4.3 in. from 2021 to 2026 (per-record averages ranged from 3.0 to 10.1 in.).
- Fish stocked 2021 to 2026: 12,823, the 6th most of 9 stocked waters in Kane County and 286th of 1,068 statewide.
- Nearest other water with a page: Aspen Mirror Lake, 11.7 mi away.
Computed from Utah DWR stocking records (fish counts and average lengths as DWR reports them). Past stocking is history, not a schedule.
East Fork Virgin River stocking history by year
| Year | Records | Fish | Avg. length | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 2,523 | 9.8 in. | Tiger trout |
| 2023 | 1 | 5,150 | 3.0 in. | Brown trout |
| 2022 | 1 | 5,150 | 3.0 in. | Brown trout |
| 2009 | 2 | 2,034 | 4.2 in. | Brown trout |
| 2008 | 2 | 1,840 | 5.0 in. | Brown trout |
| 2007 | 2 | 2,025 | 4.7 in. | Brown trout |
| 2006 | 2 | 2,000 | 4.9 in. | Brown trout |
| 2005 | 2 | 2,014 | 5.5 in. | Brown trout |
| 2004 | 2 | 2,036 | 3.6 in. | Brown trout |
| 2003 | 2 | 2,002 | 3.1 in. | Brown trout |
| 2002 | 2 | 2,013 | 3.3 in. | Brown trout |
All stocking records 2021 to Sept. 24, 2025 (2)
| May 1, 2023 | Brown trout | 5,150 | 3.0 in. |
| April 19, 2022 | Brown trout | 5,150 | 3.0 in. |
Fishing rules
The 2026 Utah Fishing Guidebook lists no water-specific rules for East Fork Virgin River 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.
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East Fork Virgin River questions
When was East Fork Virgin River last stocked?
The most recent stocking in the DWR report is dated May 21, 2026: 1,028 tiger trout.
What fish are in East Fork Virgin River?
Since 2021 DWR has stocked tiger trout and brown trout.
What are the fishing limits at East Fork Virgin River?
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. 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.