AMC Settling Pond #3 Fish Stocking
Montana · 1980–2026 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, AMC Settling Pond #3 was last stocked June 16, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. AMC Settling Pond #3 has 90 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2026, with about 655,390 fish stocked over that period.
When AMC Settling Pond #3 is stocked
AMC Settling Pond #3 is typically stocked in spring and summer, most often in June — 23 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for AMC Settling Pond #3
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Montana.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into AMC Settling Pond #3, they typically congregate in schools near public access points, boat ramps, or inlets for the first 24 to 48 hours while adjusting to natural water conditions.
Since AMC Settling Pond #3 was last stocked June 16, 2026, anglers visiting within 1 to 2 weeks of a reported event generally experience the highest activity before fish disperse into deeper cover.
State Regulations & Licensing
- •Fishing License: A valid Montana freshwater fishing license is required for anglers age 16 and older.Purchase Montana license online →
- •Official Rules & Limits: Bag limits, bait restrictions, and seasonal boundaries are set by Montana fish & wildlife agency.Official Montana regulations guidebook →
- •Ethical Conservation: Use barbless hooks and keep fish submerged in water during unhooking.Trout Thermal Advisory: When water temperatures rise above 68°F (20°C), released trout face severe mortality from thermal exhaustion. Target warmwater species or fish early in the morning when lakes and streams warm up.
Recommended Tackle & Presentations
Techniques tailored to the species stocked in AMC Settling Pond #3:
Stocked Trout Tactics
Use light 4–6 lb monofilament or fluorocarbon line. Float scented dough bait (PowerBait) 12–18" off bottom using a sliding slip-sinker rig with a size 14–16 treble hook. For active casting, throw 1/16 to 1/8 oz inline spinners (Panther Martin, Rooster Tail) or small spoons (Kastmaster) along drop-offs.
Rainbow Trout Profile Tips
The most commonly targeted stocked trout in the country, taken on bait, spinners, and flies alike; a common first fish for new anglers.
Cutthroat Trout Profile Tips
Known for being relatively easy to catch on dry flies, making it a favorite of western fly anglers; many subspecies are managed under catch-and-release rules to protect native populations.
Recommended Tackle for AMC Settling Pond #3
Field-tested tackle and presentations matched to the species stocked here.
Berkley PowerBait Floating Trout Dough
Hatchery-raised trout are conditioned to pelleted scents; scented dough floated 12–18 inches off bottom consistently triggers strikes.
Panther Martin Classic Teardrop Inline Spinner
The heavy convex blade spins instantly upon retrieval, sending vibration through the water that triggers aggressive reaction bites along drop-offs.
Sliding Sinker & Treble Hook Rigging Kit
Sliding egg sinkers allow cautious trout to run with bait without feeling line drag, while size 14–16 treble hooks keep dough bait securely pinned.
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 16, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 9,396 | 3.63" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 14, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,000 | 4.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 16, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 9,565 | 5.27" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 23, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 10,088 | 3.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 16, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,184 | 4.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 17, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 10,969 | 5.42" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 11, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 10,179 | 3.29" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 6, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,360 | 3.62" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 3, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,620 | 3.62" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 20, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 12,596 | 5.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 10,098 | 3.18" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 27, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,720 | 4.45" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 27, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,000 | 2.19" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 22, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 7,035 | 6.29" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 22, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 7,266 | 4.17" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 9,000 | 3.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,250 | 4.38" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 29, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 10,107 | 6.06" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 3.47" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 16, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,000 | 4.79" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 15, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 12,372 | 4.95" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 12,669 | 3.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 30, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,000 | 3.95" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 10,640 | 5.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 27, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 3.23" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 18, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,000 | 4.77" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 18, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 10,280 | 6.24" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 10,500 | 3.57" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 27, 2018 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,340 | 4.92" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 19, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 10,360 | 5.59" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 27, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 3.61" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 21, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 11,133 | 4.18" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 28, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 9,000 | 3.13" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,000 | 4.28" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 21, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 6.22" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 10, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 10,021 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2015 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,000 | 4.11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 11, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 4,764 | 5.69" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 17, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 4,764 | 3.59" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 17, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 12,100 | 5.14" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2013 | Brown Trout | 5,003 | 3.72" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 18, 2013 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,000 | 4.33" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 13, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 5.41" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 4.21" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 24, 2012 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,600 | 4.58" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 18, 2012 | Brown Trout | 5,029 | 2.93" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 19, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 4.32" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 27, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 8,416 | 4.15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 27, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 8,416 | 4.15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 2, 2011 | Brown Trout | 5,002 | 3.83" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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Frequently asked
When was AMC Settling Pond #3 last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, AMC Settling Pond #3 was last stocked June 16, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in AMC Settling Pond #3?
AMC Settling Pond #3 is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Cutthroat Trout, and Brown Trout.
What time of year is AMC Settling Pond #3 stocked?
AMC Settling Pond #3 is typically stocked in spring and summer, most often in June.
How often is AMC Settling Pond #3 stocked?
AMC Settling Pond #3 has been stocked about 2 times a year — 90 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in AMC Settling Pond #3?
About 655,390 fish have been stocked in AMC Settling Pond #3 across 90 recorded events since 1980, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in AMC Settling Pond #3?
Fish stocked in AMC Settling Pond #3 average about 4.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish AMC Settling Pond #3?
Yes, all anglers age 16 and older generally need a valid Montana freshwater fishing license. Always review current regulations from Montana fish & wildlife agency for site-specific rules, bag limits, or stamps.
How do you catch stocked trout in AMC Settling Pond #3?
Freshly stocked trout in AMC Settling Pond #3 typically respond well to floating dough bait (such as PowerBait) floated 12–18 inches off bottom on light 4–6 lb leader, live nightcrawlers under a bobber, and small inline spinners or spoons retrieved along shorelines and drop-offs.