Cat Lake Fish Stocking
Montana · 1969–2024 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Cat Lake was last stocked August 6, 2024 with Cutthroat Trout. Cat Lake has 14 stocking records on file, spanning 1969–2024, with about 25,202 fish stocked over that period.
When Cat Lake is stocked
Cat Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 7 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Cat Lake, freshest activity first.
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By species
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 6, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 1.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 24, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 519 | 2.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 8, 2012 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 27, 2006 | Cutthroat Trout | 450 | 1.83" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 31, 2003 | Cutthroat Trout | 646 | 1.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 25, 2000 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,018 | 1.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 31, 1997 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,019 | 1.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 22, 1994 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 6 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 22, 1991 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,000 | 1.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 27, 1987 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,024 | 1.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 24, 1984 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 2, 1980 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,078 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 9, 1975 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,200 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 21, 1969 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,248 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Cat Lake last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Cat Lake was last stocked August 6, 2024 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Cat Lake?
Cat Lake is stocked with Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Cat Lake stocked?
Cat Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Cat Lake stocked?
Cat Lake is stocked intermittently — 14 recorded stockings between 1969 and 2024.
How many fish have been stocked in Cat Lake?
About 25,202 fish have been stocked in Cat Lake across 14 recorded events since 1969, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Cat Lake?
Fish stocked in Cat Lake average about 1.3 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.