Is Paragonah Reservoir stocked?
Yes. The latest verified 2026 row in this scope is June 3, 2026 Tiger Trout.
Last updated: June 24, 2026. Verify current DWR stocking rows, regulations, and access before keeping fish.
Latest verified stocking: June 3, 2026 Tiger Trout.
Current Fishing Report: Paragonah (Red Creek) Reservoir has a verified June 3, 2026 Tiger Trout DWR stocking row. Treat it as a current trout-planning signal, then verify the official table before driving.
This Iron County mountain reservoir is a trout-first water where access, wind, and road conditions can change the plan. Start with the Utah fish stocking report, then keep a backup trout water ready if conditions shift.
Paragonah (Red Creek) Reservoir tactic plan: Match the reservoir's scud-rich food base. Small olive, tan, or orange scud patterns, balanced leeches, mini jigs, and slow-stripped woolly buggers are good starting points for rainbow, brown, and tiger trout.
Spring and fall are the best windows for shoreline casting and float-tube fishing. In bright summer conditions, work deeper water, shaded banks, and subtle drop-offs. If trout are cruising but not committing, downsize leaders and use slower retrieves with long pauses.
Gear tip: A float tube or small craft gives better access than bank-only fishing at Paragonah. Pack light spinning tackle with 4- to 6-pound line or a 4- to 6-weight fly rod, and bring layers because the 7,400-foot elevation can change conditions quickly.
Verify current trout limits and any special waterbody notes in the Utah Fishing Guidebook before keeping fish.
Confirm road and shoreline access before leaving, especially after storms or freeze-thaw periods.
Yes. The latest verified 2026 row in this scope is June 3, 2026 Tiger Trout.
Start with stocked tiger trout patterns, then adjust for rainbow and brown trout if conditions fit.