Don Reservoir Fish Stocking
Montana · 1976–2024 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Don Reservoir was last stocked October 8, 2024 with Bluegill. Don Reservoir has 15 stocking records on file, spanning 1976–2024, with about 14,749 fish stocked over that period.
When Don Reservoir is stocked
Don Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 5 stocking events in that peak month.
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 8, 2024 | Bluegill | 2,000 | 3.44" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 15, 2023 | Bluegill | 2,000 | 1.12" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 19, 2010 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 1.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 2001 | Bluegill | 200 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 2001 | Bluegill | 200 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 27, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 3.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 1988 | Rainbow Trout | 1,012 | 3.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 29, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 1,012 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 7 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 28, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 25, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 520 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 1984 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 23, 1982 | Rainbow Trout | 1,015 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 22, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 1,056 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 1978 | Rainbow Trout | 1,015 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 1,518 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Don Reservoir last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Don Reservoir was last stocked October 8, 2024 with Bluegill.
What fish species are stocked in Don Reservoir?
Don Reservoir is stocked with Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Don Reservoir stocked?
Don Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Don Reservoir stocked?
Don Reservoir is stocked intermittently — 15 recorded stockings between 1976 and 2024.
How many fish have been stocked in Don Reservoir?
About 14,749 fish have been stocked in Don Reservoir across 15 recorded events since 1976, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Don Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Don Reservoir average about 3.9 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.