Fivemile Creek Fish Stocking
Montana · 1924–1995 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Fivemile Creek was last stocked August 22, 1995 with Cutthroat Trout. Fivemile Creek has 52 stocking records on file, spanning 1924–1995, with about 1,058,930 fish stocked over that period.
When Fivemile Creek is stocked
Fivemile Creek is typically stocked in spring and summer, most often in May — 15 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Fivemile 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 Fivemile 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 Fivemile Creek was last stocked August 22, 1995, 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 Fivemile 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.
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.
Mountain Whitefish Profile Tips
Increasingly targeted by fly anglers as a light-tackle challenge; frequently caught incidentally while trout fishing.
Recommended Tackle for Fivemile 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 Fivemile Creek, freshest activity first.
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Lake Koocanusa
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Lake Geneva
7 mi1 species · 11 records
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Grave Creek
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Last stocked August 2012
Fisher River
13 mi3 species · 200 records
Last stocked July 1982
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 22, 1995 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,050 | 1.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 6, 1988 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,104 | 1.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 6, 1988 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,104 | 1.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 3, 1987 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,005 | 1.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 3, 1987 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,005 | 1.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 23, 1980 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,066 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| February 18, 1976 | Mountain Whitefish | 53,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 9, 1975 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,296 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 9, 1975 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,296 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| February 5, 1975 | Mountain Whitefish | 24,426 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| February 5, 1975 | Mountain Whitefish | 24,426 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 1974 | Cutthroat Trout | 9,440 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 1974 | Cutthroat Trout | 9,440 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 1973 | Cutthroat Trout | 11,325 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 1973 | Cutthroat Trout | 11,325 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| November 29, 1972 | Mountain Whitefish | 100,000 | 99" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| November 29, 1972 | Mountain Whitefish | 100,000 | 99" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 6, 1972 | Cutthroat Trout | 14,656 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 6, 1972 | Cutthroat Trout | 14,656 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 27, 1949 | Brook Trout | 20,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 27, 1949 | Brook Trout | 20,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 10, 1948 | Brook Trout | 20,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 10, 1948 | Brook Trout | 20,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 16, 1946 | Brook Trout | 1,360 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 16, 1946 | Brook Trout | 1,360 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 17, 1946 | Brook Trout | 1,800 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 11, 1945 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,040 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 11, 1945 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,040 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 31, 1945 | Brook Trout | 1,560 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 31, 1945 | Brook Trout | 1,560 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 1944 | Brook Trout | 1,500 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 1944 | Brook Trout | 1,500 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 8, 1943 | Brook Trout | 2,000 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 8, 1943 | Brook Trout | 2,000 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 28, 1942 | Brook Trout | 40,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 28, 1942 | Brook Trout | 40,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 1941 | Brook Trout | 50,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 1941 | Brook Trout | 50,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 1940 | Brook Trout | 40,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 1940 | Brook Trout | 40,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 8, 1939 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 1939 | Brook Trout | 25,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 1939 | Brook Trout | 25,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 1, 1937 | Brook Trout | 14,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 1, 1937 | Brook Trout | 14,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 22, 1936 | Brook Trout | 50,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 22, 1936 | Brook Trout | 50,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 1928 | Brook Trout | 30,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 1928 | Brook Trout | 30,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 14, 1925 | Brook Trout | 7,650 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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Frequently asked
When was Fivemile Creek last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Fivemile Creek was last stocked August 22, 1995 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Fivemile Creek?
Fivemile Creek is stocked with Cutthroat Trout, Mountain Whitefish, and Brook Trout.
What time of year is Fivemile Creek stocked?
Fivemile Creek is typically stocked in spring and summer, most often in May.
How often is Fivemile Creek stocked?
Fivemile Creek is stocked intermittently — 52 recorded stockings between 1924 and 1995.
How many fish have been stocked in Fivemile Creek?
About 1,058,930 fish have been stocked in Fivemile Creek across 52 recorded events since 1924, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Fivemile Creek?
Fish stocked in Fivemile Creek average about 8.4 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Fivemile 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 Fivemile Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Fivemile 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.