Copper Mountain Park Pond Fish Stocking
Montana · 2020–2025 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Copper Mountain Park Pond was last stocked June 16, 2025 with Rainbow Trout. Copper Mountain Park Pond has 12 stocking records on file, spanning 2020–2025, with about 2,373 fish stocked over that period.
When Copper Mountain Park Pond is stocked
Copper Mountain Park Pond is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 5 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Copper Mountain Park 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 Copper Mountain Park 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 Copper Mountain Park Pond was last stocked June 16, 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 Copper Mountain Park 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 Copper Mountain Park 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 Copper Mountain Park Pond, freshest activity first.
Skyline Pond
3 mi1 species · 32 records
Last stocked May 2026
Delmoe Lake
9 mi2 species · 66 records
Last stocked September 2025
Homestake Lake
8 mi2 species · 97 records
Last stocked June 2025
Browns Gulch
7 mi3 species · 31 records
Last stocked July 1954
Trail Creek
7 mi3 species · 99 records
Last stocked July 1954
North Fork Divide Creek
10 mi2 species · 13 records
Last stocked May 1953
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 16, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 228 | 7.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 126 | 8.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 270 | 7.74" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 22, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 259 | 8.77" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 8.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 5, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 9.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 9, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 8.67" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 4 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 22, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 9.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 14, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 8.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 22, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 90 | 12.36" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 13, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 9.91" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Copper Mountain Park Pond last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Copper Mountain Park Pond was last stocked June 16, 2025 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Copper Mountain Park Pond?
Copper Mountain Park Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Copper Mountain Park Pond stocked?
Copper Mountain Park Pond is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Copper Mountain Park Pond stocked?
Copper Mountain Park Pond has been stocked about 2 times a year — 12 recorded stockings between 2020 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Copper Mountain Park Pond?
About 2,373 fish have been stocked in Copper Mountain Park Pond across 12 recorded events since 2020, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Copper Mountain Park Pond?
Fish stocked in Copper Mountain Park Pond average about 8.9 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Copper Mountain Park 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 Copper Mountain Park Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Copper Mountain Park 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.