Cottonwood Lake, Lower Fish Stocking
Montana · 1942–2006 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Cottonwood Lake, Lower was last stocked June 21, 2006 with Cutthroat Trout. Cottonwood Lake, Lower has 2 stocking records on file, spanning 1942–2006, with about 12,540 fish stocked over that period.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 21, 2006 | Cutthroat Trout | 540 | 5.67" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 6, 1942 | Cutthroat Trout | 12,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Cottonwood Lake, Lower last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Cottonwood Lake, Lower was last stocked June 21, 2006 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Cottonwood Lake, Lower?
Cottonwood Lake, Lower is stocked with Cutthroat Trout.
How often is Cottonwood Lake, Lower stocked?
Cottonwood Lake, Lower is stocked intermittently — 2 recorded stockings between 1942 and 2006.
How many fish have been stocked in Cottonwood Lake, Lower?
About 12,540 fish have been stocked in Cottonwood Lake, Lower across 2 recorded events since 1942, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Cottonwood Lake, Lower?
Fish stocked in Cottonwood Lake, Lower average about 3.8 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.