Cut Bank Club Pond Fish Stocking
Montana · 1967–1989 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Cut Bank Club Pond was last stocked June 22, 1989 with Rainbow Trout. Cut Bank Club Pond has 4 stocking records on file, spanning 1967–1989, with about 13,312 fish stocked over that period.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Cut Bank Club 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 Cut Bank Club 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 Cut Bank Club Pond was last stocked June 22, 1989, 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 Cut Bank Club 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.
Cutthroat Trout Profile Tips
Known for being relatively easy to catch on dry flies, making it a favorite of western fly anglers; many subspecies are managed under catch-and-release rules to protect native populations.
Recommended Tackle for Cut Bank Club 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 Cut Bank Club Pond, freshest activity first.
Cameron Lake
35 mi1 species · 77 records
Last stocked June 2026
Mission Lake
29 mi6 species · 179 records
Last stocked May 2026
Lake Shel-oole
27 mi2 species · 50 records
Last stocked September 2021
Cut Bank Creek
26 mi4 species · 285 records
Last stocked July 2009
Badger Creek
31 mi3 species · 127 records
Last stocked August 1991
Two Medicine River
26 mi2 species · 72 records
Last stocked September 1989
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 22, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 1989 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 25, 1967 | Rainbow Trout | 5,280 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 25, 1967 | Rainbow Trout | 532 | 10" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Cut Bank Club Pond last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Cut Bank Club Pond was last stocked June 22, 1989 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Cut Bank Club Pond?
Cut Bank Club Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Cutthroat Trout.
How often is Cut Bank Club Pond stocked?
Cut Bank Club Pond is stocked intermittently — 4 recorded stockings between 1967 and 1989.
How many fish have been stocked in Cut Bank Club Pond?
About 13,312 fish have been stocked in Cut Bank Club Pond across 4 recorded events since 1967, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Cut Bank Club Pond?
Fish stocked in Cut Bank Club Pond average about 6.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Cut Bank Club 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 Cut Bank Club Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Cut Bank Club 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.