Scout Lake (Z-12) fishing
Scout Lake (Z-12) was last stocked on July 8, 2026 with 750 rainbow trout (11.0 in. average), according to the Utah DWR fish stocking report. It is a lake in Duchesne County, Utah. From 2021 to 2026, DWR stocked 9,246 fish here, the 25th most of 258 stocked waters in Duchesne County.
Scout Lake (Z-12) stocking report, last 12 months
| July 8, 2026 | Rainbow trout | 750 | 11.0 in. |
| June 23, 2026 | Brook trout | 1,000 | 3.0 in. |
| June 23, 2026 | Rainbow trout | 950 | 9.8 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 Scout Lake (Z-12) stocked?
Based on DWR stocking records, 2021 to 2025. Stocked in 4 of those 5 years.
2025 stocking: 4 records, first on June 24, last on July 8.
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.
Scout Lake (Z-12) stocking profile
- First record in the DWR report: June 17, 2002. Since then DWR has logged 128 stockings here in 24 different years, 70,990 fish in all.
- Species stocked 2021 to 2026, by share of fish: brook trout 54% (5,012 fish) and rainbow trout 46% (4,234 fish).
- Busiest months in the record: July (73% of records) and June (13% of records).
- Stocked fish averaged 6.4 in. from 2021 to 2026 (per-record averages ranged from 2.7 to 11.2 in.).
- Fish stocked 2021 to 2026: 9,246, the 25th most of 258 stocked waters in Duchesne County and 331st of 1,068 statewide.
- Nearest other water with a page: Lofty Lake (W-41), 0.7 mi away.
- Other water with this name: Scout Lake in Iron County, 234.3 mi away. DWR lists them as separate waters (DWR water ids II224 and VI374C).
Computed from Utah DWR stocking records (fish counts and average lengths as DWR reports them). Past stocking is history, not a schedule.
Scout Lake (Z-12) stocking history by year
| Year | Records | Fish | Avg. length | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 2,700 | 7.6 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2025 | 4 | 2,727 | 7.7 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2024 | 2 | 1,810 | 6.6 in. | Brook trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2023 | 1 | 1,001 | 2.7 in. | Brook trout |
| 2022 | 1 | 1,008 | 2.8 in. | Brook trout |
| 2020 | 1 | 1,006 | 2.5 in. | Brook trout |
| 2019 | 7 | 2,831 | 8.7 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2018 | 9 | 4,137 | 8.1 in. | Rainbow trout, Tiger trout, Brook trout |
| 2017 | 7 | 3,343 | 8.1 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2016 | 7 | 3,364 | 8.3 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2015 | 7 | 3,139 | 8.6 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2014 | 7 | 3,114 | 8.4 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2013 | 6 | 4,345 | 6.3 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2012 | 8 | 4,591 | 6.7 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2011 | 3 | 1,439 | 9.2 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2010 | 7 | 4,339 | 6.9 in. | Rainbow trout, Tiger trout, Brook trout |
| 2009 | 6 | 3,997 | 6.6 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2008 | 8 | 4,342 | 7.0 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2007 | 7 | 3,785 | 8.0 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2006 | 5 | 2,968 | 6.8 in. | Rainbow trout, Brook trout |
| 2005 | 5 | 2,501 | 10.5 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2004 | 5 | 3,001 | 9.9 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2003 | 5 | 2,503 | 9.7 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2002 | 7 | 2,999 | 9.6 in. | Rainbow trout |
All stocking records 2021 to Sept. 24, 2025 (8)
| July 8, 2025 | Brook trout | 1,003 | 2.8 in. |
| July 8, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 850 | 10.8 in. |
| June 24, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 437 | 10.1 in. |
| June 24, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 437 | 10.1 in. |
| July 2, 2024 | Brook trout | 1,000 | 2.9 in. |
| June 25, 2024 | Rainbow trout | 810 | 11.2 in. |
| July 13, 2023 | Brook trout | 1,001 | 2.7 in. |
| June 29, 2022 | Brook trout | 1,008 | 2.8 in. |
Fishing rules
The 2026 Utah Fishing Guidebook lists no water-specific rules for Scout Lake (Z-12) 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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Scout Lake (Z-12) questions
When is Scout Lake (Z-12) stocked?
DWR does not publish stocking schedules. Past records show Scout Lake (Z-12) was stocked in late June (3 of the last 5 years) and early to mid July (3 of the last 5 years). The most recent stocking in the DWR report is dated July 8, 2026.
What fish are in Scout Lake (Z-12)?
Since 2021 DWR has stocked rainbow trout and brook trout.
What are the fishing limits at Scout Lake (Z-12)?
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.