Estes Lake Fish Stocking
Montana · 1959–1987 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Estes Lake was last stocked July 29, 1987 with Rainbow Trout. Estes Lake has 6 stocking records on file, spanning 1959–1987, with about 12,073 fish stocked over that period.
When Estes Lake is stocked
Nearby stocked waters
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 29, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 900 | 6.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 29, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 1,350 | 7.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 18, 1984 | Rainbow Trout | 2,023 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 25, 1967 | Brook Trout | 3,000 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 19, 1962 | Brook Trout | 3,300 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 14, 1959 | Brook Trout | 1,500 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Estes Lake last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Estes Lake was last stocked July 29, 1987 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Estes Lake?
Estes Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Brook Trout.
How often is Estes Lake stocked?
Estes Lake is stocked intermittently — 6 recorded stockings between 1959 and 1987.
How many fish have been stocked in Estes Lake?
About 12,073 fish have been stocked in Estes Lake across 6 recorded events since 1959, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Estes Lake?
Fish stocked in Estes Lake average about 5.3 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.