Chain Lake 1 Fish Stocking
Montana · 1969–2021 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Chain Lake 1 was last stocked August 19, 2021 with Cutthroat Trout. Chain Lake 1 has 12 stocking records on file, spanning 1969–2021, with about 8,606 fish stocked over that period.
When Chain Lake 1 is stocked
Chain Lake 1 is typically stocked in summer, most often in August — 8 stocking events in that peak month.
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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 19, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 1.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 23, 2017 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 7, 2009 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 13, 2005 | Cutthroat Trout | 497 | 1.32" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 25, 2001 | Cutthroat Trout | 504 | 1.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 31, 1997 | Cutthroat Trout | 494 | 1.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 11, 1993 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,035 | 1.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 15, 1989 | Cutthroat Trout | 990 | 1.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 4 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 6, 1985 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2, 1982 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 3, 1977 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,024 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 20, 1969 | Cutthroat Trout | 562 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Chain Lake 1 last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Chain Lake 1 was last stocked August 19, 2021 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Chain Lake 1?
Chain Lake 1 is stocked with Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Chain Lake 1 stocked?
Chain Lake 1 is typically stocked in summer, most often in August.
How often is Chain Lake 1 stocked?
Chain Lake 1 is stocked intermittently — 12 recorded stockings between 1969 and 2021.
How many fish have been stocked in Chain Lake 1?
About 8,606 fish have been stocked in Chain Lake 1 across 12 recorded events since 1969, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Chain Lake 1?
Fish stocked in Chain Lake 1 average about 1.4 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.