Recapture Reservoir fishing
Recapture Reservoir was last stocked on May 4, 2023 with 4,000 black crappie (3.1 in. average), according to the Utah DWR fish stocking report. It is a reservoir in San Juan County, Utah. From 2021 to 2026, DWR stocked 4,000 fish here, the 14th most of 16 stocked waters in San Juan County.
Latest fishing report
Fall outlook: expect good to great fishing for many species. With a full reservoir and plenty of flooded brush, work submerged trees for crappie and largemouth. Northern pike wait on rocky flats and points and feed heavily in late fall before the water chills.
Our summary of the Utah DWR fishing report dated Sept. 4, 2026, in our own words. Read the original on DWR Fish Utah.
Recapture Reservoir stocking report, last 12 months
No stocking recorded in the last 12 months. The most recent record is dated May 4, 2023.
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 Recapture Reservoir stocked?
Stocked in 1 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.
Recapture Reservoir stocking profile
- First record in the DWR report: May 4, 2023. Since then DWR has logged 1 stocking here in 1 year, 4,000 fish in all.
- Species stocked 2021 to 2026, by share of fish: black crappie 100% (4,000 fish).
- Stocked fish averaged 3.1 in. from 2021 to 2026.
- Fish stocked 2021 to 2026: 4,000, the 14th most of 16 stocked waters in San Juan County and 493rd of 1,068 statewide.
- Nearest other water with a page: Blanding Reservoir No. 3, 2.5 mi away.
Computed from Utah DWR stocking records (fish counts and average lengths as DWR reports them). Past stocking is history, not a schedule.
Recapture Reservoir stocking history by year
| Year | Records | Fish | Avg. length | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 4,000 | 3.1 in. | Black crappie |
All stocking records 2021 to Sept. 24, 2025 (1)
| May 4, 2023 | Black crappie | 4,000 | 3.1 in. |
Fishing rules
The 2026 Utah Fishing Guidebook lists no water-specific rules for Recapture 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.
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Recapture Reservoir questions
When was Recapture Reservoir last stocked?
The most recent stocking in the DWR report is dated May 4, 2023: 4,000 black crappie.
What fish are in Recapture Reservoir?
DWR lists black bullhead, bluegill, green sunfish, largemouth bass and northern pike as likely catches and black crappie as possible. Since 2021 DWR has stocked black crappie.
What are the fishing limits at Recapture 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.