Dead Beaver Creek Fish Stocking
Montana · 1943–1951 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Dead Beaver Creek was last stocked September 7, 1951 with Brook Trout. Dead Beaver Creek has 10 stocking records on file, spanning 1943–1951, with about 68,500 fish stocked over that period.
When Dead Beaver Creek is stocked
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Dead Beaver 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 Dead Beaver 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 Dead Beaver Creek was last stocked September 7, 1951, 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 Dead Beaver 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.
Recommended Tackle for Dead Beaver 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 Dead Beaver Creek, freshest activity first.
Lower Glaston Lake
3 mi9 species · 54 records
Last stocked August 1991
Cayuse Creek
3 mi3 species · 103 records
Last stocked July 1982
Olnhauser Lake
14 mi3 species · 4 records
Last stocked August 1968
Upper Glaston Lake
1 mi9 species · 14 records
Last stocked June 1965
Big Timber Creek
15 mi5 species · 105 records
Last stocked August 1963
Lake Blue Water
14 mi1 species · 1 records
Last stocked September 1953
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 7, 1951 | Brook Trout | 1,500 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 7, 1951 | Brook Trout | 1,500 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 1950 | Brook Trout | 5,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 1950 | Brook Trout | 5,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 1949 | Brook Trout | 6,750 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 1949 | Brook Trout | 6,750 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 1948 | Brook Trout | 6,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 1948 | Brook Trout | 6,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 2 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 16, 1943 | Brook Trout | 15,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 1943 | Brook Trout | 15,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Dead Beaver Creek last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Dead Beaver Creek was last stocked September 7, 1951 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Dead Beaver Creek?
Dead Beaver Creek is stocked with Brook Trout.
How often is Dead Beaver Creek stocked?
Dead Beaver Creek is stocked intermittently — 10 recorded stockings between 1943 and 1951.
How many fish have been stocked in Dead Beaver Creek?
About 68,500 fish have been stocked in Dead Beaver Creek across 10 recorded events since 1943, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Dead Beaver Creek?
Fish stocked in Dead Beaver Creek average about 2.2 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Dead Beaver 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 Dead Beaver Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Dead Beaver 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.