Gardiner Reservoir Fish Stocking
Montana · 1945–2019 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Gardiner Reservoir was last stocked April 24, 2019 with Rainbow Trout. Gardiner Reservoir has 51 stocking records on file, spanning 1945–2019, with about 297,951 fish stocked over that period.
When Gardiner Reservoir is stocked
Gardiner Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 26 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Gardiner Reservoir, freshest activity first.
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Doug Gardiner Reservoir
0 mi4 species · 5 records
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Richardson Canyon Pond
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Tauck Brothers Pond
12 mi3 species · 5 records
Last stocked June 1979
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 24, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 1.88" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.01" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 12, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 1.98" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 5, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 1.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 7, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 1.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 16, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 11, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 5,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 19, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 21, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 14, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 4,743 | 3.66" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 6,039 | 3.44" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 1, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 25, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 2003 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 28, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 3.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 3.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 26, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 27, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 3.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 20, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 25, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 12, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 3.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 1988 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 6, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 18, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 9, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 5, 1984 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 1983 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 1982 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 12, 1978 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 14, 1977 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 1975 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 1974 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2, 1973 | Rainbow Trout | 12,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 26, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 6,069 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 1969 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 1967 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 1966 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 25, 1964 | Rainbow Trout | 8,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 19, 1945 | Largemouth Bass | 100 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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Frequently asked
When was Gardiner Reservoir last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Gardiner Reservoir was last stocked April 24, 2019 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Gardiner Reservoir?
Gardiner Reservoir is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, and Bluegill.
What time of year is Gardiner Reservoir stocked?
Gardiner Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Gardiner Reservoir stocked?
Gardiner Reservoir is stocked intermittently — 51 recorded stockings between 1945 and 2019.
How many fish have been stocked in Gardiner Reservoir?
About 297,951 fish have been stocked in Gardiner Reservoir across 51 recorded events since 1945, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Gardiner Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Gardiner Reservoir average about 2.9 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.