Benton Gulch Fish Stocking
Montana · 1928–1950 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Benton Gulch was last stocked August 30, 1950 with Cutthroat Trout. Benton Gulch has 13 stocking records on file, spanning 1928–1950, with about 185,000 fish stocked over that period.
When Benton Gulch is stocked
Benton Gulch is typically stocked in fall, most often in September — 9 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Benton Gulch, freshest activity first.
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 30, 1950 | Cutthroat Trout | 25,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 30, 1950 | Cutthroat Trout | 25,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 13, 1949 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 13, 1949 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 6, 1947 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 6, 1947 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 20, 1945 | Rainbow Trout | 5,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 20, 1945 | Rainbow Trout | 5,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 5 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 5, 1944 | Cutthroat Trout | 22,500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 5, 1944 | Cutthroat Trout | 22,500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 24, 1942 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 24, 1942 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 21, 1928 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Benton Gulch last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Benton Gulch was last stocked August 30, 1950 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Benton Gulch?
Benton Gulch is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Benton Gulch stocked?
Benton Gulch is typically stocked in fall, most often in September.
How often is Benton Gulch stocked?
Benton Gulch is stocked intermittently — 13 recorded stockings between 1928 and 1950.
How many fish have been stocked in Benton Gulch?
About 185,000 fish have been stocked in Benton Gulch across 13 recorded events since 1928, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Benton Gulch?
Fish stocked in Benton Gulch average about 1.6 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.