Daisy Dean Creek Fish Stocking
Montana · 1928–1953 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Daisy Dean Creek was last stocked July 1, 1953 with Brook Trout. Daisy Dean Creek has 26 stocking records on file, spanning 1928–1953, with about 239,880 fish stocked over that period.
When Daisy Dean Creek is stocked
Daisy Dean Creek is typically stocked in summer and fall, most often in September — 9 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Daisy Dean Creek
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 Daisy Dean Creek, 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 Daisy Dean Creek was last stocked July 1, 1953, 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 Daisy Dean Creek:
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.
Brook Trout Profile Tips
A favorite of high-country and small-stream anglers; often more willing to strike than brown or rainbow trout in the same water.
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 Daisy Dean Creek
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 Daisy Dean Creek, freshest activity first.
Sunlight Lake
9 mi3 species · 12 records
Last stocked August 2025
Cottonwood Lake
5 mi1 species · 16 records
Last stocked July 2024
Campfire Lake
8 mi1 species · 10 records
Last stocked July 2024
Boyd's Reservoir
4 mi1 species · 3 records
Last stocked August 1995
Cottonwood Reservoir
7 mi1 species · 1 records
Last stocked September 1990
Muddy Creek
5 mi4 species · 74 records
Last stocked May 1971
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 1953 | Brook Trout | 5,390 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 1, 1953 | Brook Trout | 5,390 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 10, 1952 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 10, 1952 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 17, 1951 | Brook Trout | 2,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 17, 1951 | Brook Trout | 2,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 11, 1951 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 11, 1951 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 18 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 22, 1947 | Cutthroat Trout | 450 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1947 | Cutthroat Trout | 450 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 19, 1946 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 19, 1946 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 28, 1945 | Brown Trout | 10,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 28, 1945 | Brown Trout | 10,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 12, 1944 | Brown Trout | 10,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 21, 1943 | Brown Trout | 10,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 21, 1943 | Brown Trout | 10,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 1942 | Brown Trout | 15,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 1942 | Brown Trout | 15,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 1940 | Brook Trout | 6,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 1940 | Brook Trout | 6,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 16, 1939 | Rainbow Trout | 12,500 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 16, 1939 | Rainbow Trout | 12,500 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 25, 1933 | Cutthroat Trout | 16,600 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 25, 1933 | Cutthroat Trout | 16,600 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 3, 1928 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Daisy Dean Creek last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Daisy Dean Creek was last stocked July 1, 1953 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Daisy Dean Creek?
Daisy Dean Creek is stocked with Brook Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Brown Trout, and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Daisy Dean Creek stocked?
Daisy Dean Creek is typically stocked in summer and fall, most often in September.
How often is Daisy Dean Creek stocked?
Daisy Dean Creek is stocked intermittently — 26 recorded stockings between 1928 and 1953.
How many fish have been stocked in Daisy Dean Creek?
About 239,880 fish have been stocked in Daisy Dean Creek across 26 recorded events since 1928, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Daisy Dean Creek?
Fish stocked in Daisy Dean Creek average about 2.4 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Daisy Dean Creek?
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 Daisy Dean Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Daisy Dean Creek 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.