Elks Country Club Pond Fish Stocking
Montana · 1954–2026 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Elks Country Club Pond was last stocked May 26, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Elks Country Club Pond has 78 stocking records on file, spanning 1954–2026, with about 38,172 fish stocked over that period.
When Elks Country Club Pond is stocked
Elks Country Club Pond is typically stocked in spring and summer, most often in May — 32 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Elks Country 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 Elks Country 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 Elks Country Club Pond was last stocked May 26, 2026, 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 Elks Country 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 Elks Country 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 Elks Country Club Pond, freshest activity first.
Upper Frog Pond
1 mi1 species · 102 records
Last stocked June 2026
Lower Frog Pond
1 mi1 species · 101 records
Last stocked June 2026
Upper Carters Pond
7 mi6 species · 158 records
Last stocked June 2026
Carters Pond
6 mi3 species · 73 records
Last stocked May 2026
Hansen Reservoir
10 mi5 species · 101 records
Last stocked October 2025
Big Casino Creek Reservoir
2 mi4 species · 106 records
Last stocked August 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 26, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 203 | 13.19" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 198 | 12.62" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 7, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 13.44" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 12.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 12.27" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 27, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 13.27" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 12.94" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 21, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 12.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 11.96" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 3, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 11.38" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 1, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 13.15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 21, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 12.81" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 19, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 13.52" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 8, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 8.34" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 23, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 10.21" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 201 | 7.61" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 19, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 7.73" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 812 | 7.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 868 | 7.39" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 6, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 793 | 7.43" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 558 | 7.39" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 2003 | Rainbow Trout | 809 | 7.99" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 810 | 7.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 7.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 7, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 799 | 8.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 30, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 460 | 8.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 852 | 6.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 816 | 8.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 819 | 9.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 760 | 8.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 806 | 9.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 24, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 840 | 9.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 833 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 7, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 8.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 817 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 19, 1988 | Rainbow Trout | 810 | 7.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 799 | 7.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 765 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 810 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 2, 1984 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 1983 | Rainbow Trout | 816 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 1, 1982 | Rainbow Trout | 817 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 30, 1981 | Cutthroat Trout | 508 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 507 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 5, 1979 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 16, 1978 | Rainbow Trout | 408 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 8, 1978 | Rainbow Trout | 306 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 1977 | Rainbow Trout | 302 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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Frequently asked
When was Elks Country Club Pond last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Elks Country Club Pond was last stocked May 26, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Elks Country Club Pond?
Elks Country Club Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Elks Country Club Pond stocked?
Elks Country Club Pond is typically stocked in spring and summer, most often in May.
How often is Elks Country Club Pond stocked?
Elks Country Club Pond is stocked intermittently — 78 recorded stockings between 1954 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Elks Country Club Pond?
About 38,172 fish have been stocked in Elks Country Club Pond across 78 recorded events since 1954, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Elks Country Club Pond?
Fish stocked in Elks Country Club Pond average about 9.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Elks Country 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 Elks Country Club Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Elks Country 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.