Candee Pond Fish Stocking
Montana · 1968–2025 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Candee Pond was last stocked May 17, 2025 with Rainbow Trout. Candee Pond has 29 stocking records on file, spanning 1968–2025, with about 58,430 fish stocked over that period.
When Candee Pond is stocked
Candee Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 16 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Candee Pond
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 Candee Pond, 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 Candee Pond was last stocked May 17, 2025, 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 Candee Pond:
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.
Recommended Tackle for Candee Pond
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 Candee Pond, freshest activity first.
Verschoot Reservoir
14 mi1 species · 18 records
Last stocked June 2021
Marottek Reservoir
5 mi1 species · 3 records
Last stocked June 2011
Lee Pond
2 mi3 species · 5 records
Last stocked July 2007
Fatzinger Reservoir
2 mi5 species · 8 records
Last stocked May 1991
Tolksdorf Reservoir
10 mi3 species · 23 records
Last stocked May 1980
Poplar River
11 mi3 species · 20 records
Last stocked June 1975
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 17, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 3.17" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2.92" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 11, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 3.25" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 12, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 3.21" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2.48" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 8, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2.09" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 17, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2.08" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2.72" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 21 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 8, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 2,026 | 4.13" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 28, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 1,984 | 3.28" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 26, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 2,120 | 3.21" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 28, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 3.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 4, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 16, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 1982 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 1979 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 11, 1977 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 29, 1975 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 9, 1973 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 26, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 3, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 1970 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 1969 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 6, 1968 | Rainbow Trout | 1,300 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Candee Pond last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Candee Pond was last stocked May 17, 2025 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Candee Pond?
Candee Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Candee Pond stocked?
Candee Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Candee Pond stocked?
Candee Pond is stocked intermittently — 29 recorded stockings between 1968 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Candee Pond?
About 58,430 fish have been stocked in Candee Pond across 29 recorded events since 1968, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Candee Pond?
Fish stocked in Candee Pond average about 2.9 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Candee Pond?
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 Candee Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Candee Pond 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.