Cave Lake Fish Stocking
Montana · 1980–2003 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Cave Lake was last stocked September 22, 2003 with Golden Trout. Cave Lake has 4 stocking records on file, spanning 1980–2003, with about 7,722 fish stocked over that period.
Nearby stocked waters
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 22, 2003 | Golden Trout | 410 | 1.25" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 22, 1992 | Golden Trout | 1,012 | 1.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 15, 1984 | Golden Trout | 5,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 10, 1980 | Golden Trout | 1,300 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Cave Lake last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Cave Lake was last stocked September 22, 2003 with Golden Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Cave Lake?
Cave Lake is stocked with Golden Trout.
How often is Cave Lake stocked?
Cave Lake is stocked intermittently — 4 recorded stockings between 1980 and 2003.
How many fish have been stocked in Cave Lake?
About 7,722 fish have been stocked in Cave Lake across 4 recorded events since 1980, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Cave Lake?
Fish stocked in Cave Lake average about 1.2 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.