Vernon Reservoir fishing
Vernon Reservoir was last stocked on June 10, 2026 with 994 rainbow trout (9.8 in. average), according to the Utah DWR fish stocking report. It is a 35-acre reservoir in Tooele County, Utah. From 2021 to 2026, DWR stocked 53,344 fish here, the 3rd most of 8 stocked waters in Tooele County.
Latest fishing report
Drought water loss and fire damage in the watershed prompted temporary liberalized limits.
Emergency rules from July 2 to Oct. 1 allow eight trout of any species and spearfishing for all sportfish.
This report is more than 60 days old. Conditions have likely changed.
Our summary of the Utah DWR fishing report dated July 2, 2026, in our own words. Read the original on DWR Fish Utah.
Vernon Reservoir stocking report, last 12 months
| June 10, 2026 | Rainbow trout | 994 | 9.8 in. |
| June 8, 2026 | Rainbow trout | 999 | 9.8 in. |
| May 13, 2026 | Rainbow trout | 2,006 | 11.4 in. |
| March 16, 2026 | Rainbow trout | 494 | 10.3 in. |
| March 16, 2026 | Rainbow trout | 494 | 10.3 in. |
| Nov. 13, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 1,000 | 11.3 in. |
| Nov. 13, 2025 | Tiger trout | 2,000 | 6.2 in. |
| Nov. 13, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 1,000 | 11.3 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 Vernon Reservoir stocked?
Based on DWR stocking records, 2021 to 2025. Stocked in 5 of those 5 years.
2025 stocking: 8 records, first on March 18, last on Nov. 13.
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.
Vernon Reservoir stocking profile
- First record in the DWR report: April 9, 2002. Since then DWR has logged 152 stockings here in 25 different years, 241,618 fish in all.
- Species stocked 2021 to 2026, by share of fish: rainbow trout 74% (39,271 fish) and tiger trout 26% (14,073 fish).
- Busiest months in the record: April (24% of records) and May (23% of records).
- Stocked fish averaged 9.1 in. from 2021 to 2026 (per-record averages ranged from 4.5 to 12.3 in.). The yearly average was 8.5 in. in 2021 and 9.5 in. in 2025.
- Fish stocked 2021 to 2026: 53,344, the 3rd most of 8 stocked waters in Tooele County and 108th of 1,068 statewide.
- Nearest other water with a page: Deseret Reservoir (Rainbow Reservoir), 23.6 mi away.
Computed from Utah DWR stocking records (fish counts and average lengths as DWR reports them). Past stocking is history, not a schedule.
Vernon Reservoir stocking history by year
| Year | Records | Fish | Avg. length | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 4,987 | 10.5 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2025 | 8 | 9,036 | 9.5 in. | Rainbow trout, Tiger trout |
| 2024 | 8 | 9,983 | 9.4 in. | Rainbow trout, Tiger trout |
| 2023 | 5 | 9,282 | 8.9 in. | Rainbow trout, Tiger trout |
| 2022 | 4 | 7,058 | 8.6 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2021 | 8 | 12,998 | 8.5 in. | Rainbow trout, Tiger trout |
| 2020 | 7 | 9,247 | 7.8 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2019 | 6 | 8,418 | 8.3 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2018 | 5 | 9,218 | 8.5 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2017 | 5 | 9,381 | 8.3 in. | Rainbow trout, Tiger trout |
| 2016 | 6 | 12,138 | 7.9 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2015 | 5 | 9,177 | 7.7 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2014 | 6 | 9,357 | 7.7 in. | Rainbow trout, Tiger trout |
| 2013 | 3 | 9,205 | 7.2 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2012 | 11 | 9,205 | 7.9 in. | Rainbow trout, Tiger trout |
| 2011 | 2 | 9,159 | 8.4 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2010 | 4 | 10,025 | 8.2 in. | Tiger trout, Rainbow trout |
| 2009 | 6 | 20,423 | 6.4 in. | Rainbow trout, Tiger trout, Brown trout |
| 2008 | 7 | 11,017 | 8.5 in. | Rainbow trout, Tiger trout |
| 2007 | 6 | 7,001 | 10.6 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2006 | 6 | 6,141 | 10.3 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2005 | 5 | 6,003 | 10.1 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2004 | 7 | 11,003 | 9.7 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2003 | 9 | 10,972 | 10.0 in. | Rainbow trout |
| 2002 | 8 | 11,184 | 9.7 in. | Rainbow trout |
All stocking records 2021 to Sept. 24, 2025 (30)
| June 2, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 810 | 9.5 in. |
| April 10, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 1,008 | 9.2 in. |
| April 10, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 1,008 | 9.2 in. |
| March 18, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 1,105 | 11.2 in. |
| March 18, 2025 | Rainbow trout | 1,105 | 11.2 in. |
| Oct. 22, 2024 | Rainbow trout | 750 | 11.9 in. |
| Oct. 22, 2024 | Rainbow trout | 1,200 | 11.9 in. |
| Sept. 24, 2024 | Tiger trout | 3,025 | 6.2 in. |
| May 29, 2024 | Rainbow trout | 800 | 10.7 in. |
| April 18, 2024 | Rainbow trout | 1,000 | 10.5 in. |
| April 18, 2024 | Rainbow trout | 1,000 | 10.5 in. |
| March 21, 2024 | Rainbow trout | 1,104 | 10.1 in. |
| March 21, 2024 | Rainbow trout | 1,104 | 10.1 in. |
| Oct. 16, 2023 | Rainbow trout | 1,275 | 11.9 in. |
| Oct. 16, 2023 | Tiger trout | 2,995 | 5.9 in. |
| June 14, 2023 | Rainbow trout | 800 | 10.8 in. |
| April 24, 2023 | Rainbow trout | 2,106 | 9.8 in. |
| April 24, 2023 | Rainbow trout | 2,106 | 9.8 in. |
| Oct. 18, 2022 | Tiger trout | 3,060 | 6.8 in. |
| May 17, 2022 | Rainbow trout | 1,001 | 10.4 in. |
| April 18, 2022 | Rainbow trout | 999 | 9.8 in. |
| April 4, 2022 | Rainbow trout | 1,998 | 9.8 in. |
| Nov. 8, 2021 | Rainbow trout | 2,982 | 4.5 in. |
| Nov. 8, 2021 | Rainbow trout | 1,512 | 12.3 in. |
| Nov. 1, 2021 | Rainbow trout | 1,512 | 12.3 in. |
| Oct. 5, 2021 | Tiger trout | 2,993 | 6.0 in. |
| July 12, 2021 | Rainbow trout | 999 | 11.2 in. |
| June 16, 2021 | Rainbow trout | 800 | 10.8 in. |
| May 4, 2021 | Rainbow trout | 1,000 | 10.8 in. |
| April 14, 2021 | Rainbow trout | 1,200 | 10.0 in. |
Fishing rules
The 2026 Utah Fishing Guidebook lists no water-specific rules for Vernon 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, Wildlife watching
- Facilities
- Picnic tables, Restrooms
- Boating
- Boat ramp
- Camping
- Primitive tent camping, RV camping
Facility list from DWR Fish Utah. Check with the land manager before you go; facilities close seasonally.
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Vernon Reservoir questions
When is Vernon Reservoir stocked?
DWR does not publish stocking schedules. Past records show Vernon Reservoir was stocked in late March to early April (3 of the last 5 years), mid April (3 of the last 5 years), early to mid June (3 of the last 5 years) and early to mid October (3 of the last 5 years). The most recent stocking in the DWR report is dated June 10, 2026.
What fish are in Vernon Reservoir?
DWR lists brown trout, rainbow trout and tiger trout as likely catches. Since 2021 DWR has stocked rainbow trout and tiger trout.
What are the fishing limits at Vernon 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.