Antelope Creek Fish Stocking
Montana · 1933–1953 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Antelope Creek was last stocked June 26, 1953 with Brook Trout. Antelope Creek has 20 stocking records on file, spanning 1933–1953, with about 133,760 fish stocked over that period.
When Antelope Creek is stocked
Antelope Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 9 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Antelope Creek
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 Antelope Creek, 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 Antelope Creek was last stocked June 26, 1953, 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 Antelope Creek:
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.
Brook Trout Profile Tips
A favorite of high-country and small-stream anglers; often more willing to strike than brown or rainbow trout in the same water.
Recommended Tackle for Antelope Creek
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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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Antelope Creek, freshest activity first.
Crazy Lake
6 mi2 species · 11 records
Last stocked July 2022
Smeller Lake
6 mi2 species · 16 records
Last stocked July 2020
Druckmiller Lake
8 mi3 species · 12 records
Last stocked July 2019
Cascade Lake
9 mi2 species · 6 records
Last stocked July 2019
Twin Lake, Upper
9 mi1 species · 4 records
Last stocked July 2008
Cave Lake
11 mi1 species · 4 records
Last stocked September 2003
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 26, 1953 | Brook Trout | 5,100 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 26, 1953 | Brook Trout | 5,100 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 1953 | Brook Trout | 8,700 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 28, 1952 | Brook Trout | 3,750 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 28, 1952 | Brook Trout | 3,750 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 7, 1951 | Brook Trout | 1,500 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 1950 | Brook Trout | 5,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 1950 | Brook Trout | 5,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 12 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 1949 | Brook Trout | 6,750 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 1949 | Brook Trout | 6,750 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 1949 | Brook Trout | 1,200 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 1949 | Brook Trout | 1,200 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 1948 | Brook Trout | 6,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 1948 | Brook Trout | 6,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 1940 | Brook Trout | 11,280 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 1940 | Brook Trout | 11,280 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 29, 1938 | Brook Trout | 5,200 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 29, 1938 | Brook Trout | 5,200 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 9, 1933 | Brook Trout | 17,500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 9, 1933 | Brook Trout | 17,500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Antelope Creek last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Antelope Creek was last stocked June 26, 1953 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Antelope Creek?
Antelope Creek is stocked with Brook Trout.
What time of year is Antelope Creek stocked?
Antelope Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Antelope Creek stocked?
Antelope Creek is stocked intermittently — 20 recorded stockings between 1933 and 1953.
How many fish have been stocked in Antelope Creek?
About 133,760 fish have been stocked in Antelope Creek across 20 recorded events since 1933, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Antelope Creek?
Fish stocked in Antelope Creek average about 2.3 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Antelope Creek?
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 Antelope Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Antelope Creek 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.