Pumps For Stock Tank Pools

Adding a pump to your stock tank pool is one of the best ways to keep that water fresh, sparkling, and clean all summer long. Stock tank pools may look low-maintenance, but without proper water circulation, you’ll be dealing with algae, cloudy water, and maybe even mosquitoes before you know it. A pump for stock tank pools moves water around, pushes it through a filter (if you have one), and helps spread out chemicals so your pool stays inviting on those hot days. No matter if your stock tank pool is a cozy 100-gallon dip or one of those big 8-foot wide tanks perfect for the whole family, choosing the right size pool pump is key. Look for options like submersible pumps made for small above-ground pools or standard cartridge filter pumps—you don’t need anything fancy, just something tough enough to handle country living. Plenty of folks use basic utility pumps or even with pumps from old above-ground pool setups. For most backyard stock tank pools, a 1000-1500 GPH (gallons per hour) pump does the trick, turning over all the water in your tank every few hours. It’s a good idea to grab a pump with hoses sized for your tank fittings—most are 1¼” or 1½”. Installation is usually pretty simple: pop two holes in the side of your tank for inlet and outlet black bulkhead fittings, hook up your hoses and plug it in. Want to take things up a notch? Add a sand or cartridge filter inline and say goodbye to leaves or dirt getting in the way of your swim time. At Tractor Supply, we’ve got all kinds of pumps and filter options rugged enough for outdoor setups and easy enough that anyone can keep their stock tank pool clean without a lot of fuss.