Butcherknife Gulch Fish Stocking
Montana · 1947–1951 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Butcherknife Gulch was last stocked June 20, 1951 with Rainbow Trout. Butcherknife Gulch has 4 stocking records on file, spanning 1947–1951, with about 66,288 fish stocked over that period.
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 20, 1951 | Rainbow Trout | 5,160 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 1951 | Rainbow Trout | 5,160 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 2, 1947 | Cutthroat Trout | 27,984 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 2, 1947 | Cutthroat Trout | 27,984 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Butcherknife Gulch last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Butcherknife Gulch was last stocked June 20, 1951 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Butcherknife Gulch?
Butcherknife Gulch is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Cutthroat Trout.
How often is Butcherknife Gulch stocked?
Butcherknife Gulch is stocked intermittently — 4 recorded stockings between 1947 and 1951.
How many fish have been stocked in Butcherknife Gulch?
About 66,288 fish have been stocked in Butcherknife Gulch across 4 recorded events since 1947, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Butcherknife Gulch?
Fish stocked in Butcherknife Gulch average about 1.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.