Eureka Pond Fish Stocking
Montana · 2003–2026 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Eureka Pond was last stocked June 11, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Eureka Pond has 105 stocking records on file, spanning 2003–2026, with about 11,732 fish stocked over that period.
When Eureka Pond is stocked
Eureka Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 44 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Eureka 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 Eureka 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 Eureka Pond was last stocked June 11, 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 Eureka 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 Eureka 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 Eureka Pond, freshest activity first.
Moran Lake
4 mi3 species · 117 records
Last stocked May 2026
Swisher Lake
6 mi3 species · 77 records
Last stocked May 2026
Tetrault Lake
4 mi4 species · 307 records
Last stocked May 2026
Sophie Lake
5 mi5 species · 241 records
Last stocked May 2026
Timber Lake
6 mi1 species · 85 records
Last stocked May 2023
Woods Ranch Pond
7 mi2 species · 63 records
Last stocked May 2017
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 11, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 110 | 10.44" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 9.75" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 12, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.55" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 23, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.42" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 352 | 7.85" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 11, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 153 | 7.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 11, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 7.95" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 255 | 7.63" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 24, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 101 | 7.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 12, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 114 | 7.43" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 10, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | 7.85" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 28, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.84" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | 7.64" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 102 | 7.64" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | 6.16" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | 5.54" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 7, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 102 | 5.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 26, 2013 | Cutthroat Trout | 50 | 9.75" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 18, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 30 | 19" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 28, 2013 | Cutthroat Trout | 101 | 10.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 28, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 20 | 21" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | 21" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2013 | Cutthroat Trout | 51 | 11.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 22, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 318 | 8.36" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 18 | 18.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 2012 | Cutthroat Trout | 78 | 12.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 6, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 19 | 18.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 6, 2012 | Cutthroat Trout | 88 | 13" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 2012 | Cutthroat Trout | 91 | 12.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 109 | 8.92" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 18 | 18.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 101 | 8.64" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 29, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 101 | 8.16" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 1, 2011 | Cutthroat Trout | 91 | 8.64" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 2011 | Cutthroat Trout | 107 | 8.79" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 8 | 19.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 2011 | Cutthroat Trout | 98 | 8.34" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 13 | 19.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 3, 2011 | Cutthroat Trout | 108 | 8.22" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 27, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 17 | 18.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 26, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 221 | 7.92" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 11, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 15 | 19.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 31, 2011 | Cutthroat Trout | 102 | 7.84" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 103 | 7.08" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 103 | 8.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 10 | 12.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 102 | 8.64" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 13 | 12.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 21, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 111 | 8.64" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 11 | 19.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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Frequently asked
When was Eureka Pond last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Eureka Pond was last stocked June 11, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Eureka Pond?
Eureka Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Eureka Pond stocked?
Eureka Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Eureka Pond stocked?
Eureka Pond has been stocked about 4 times a year — 105 recorded stockings between 2003 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Eureka Pond?
About 11,732 fish have been stocked in Eureka Pond across 105 recorded events since 2003, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Eureka Pond?
Fish stocked in Eureka Pond average about 11.8 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Eureka 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 Eureka Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Eureka 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.