Giant Springs Fishing Pond Fish Stocking
Montana · 2002–2025 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Giant Springs Fishing Pond was last stocked October 14, 2025 with Rainbow Trout. Giant Springs Fishing Pond has 202 stocking records on file, spanning 2002–2025, with about 25,208 fish stocked over that period.
When Giant Springs Fishing Pond is stocked
Giant Springs Fishing Pond is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 69 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Giant Springs Fishing 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 Giant Springs Fishing 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 Giant Springs Fishing Pond was last stocked October 14, 2025, 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 Giant Springs Fishing 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 Giant Springs Fishing 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 Giant Springs Fishing Pond, freshest activity first.
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7 mi5 species · 104 records
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Rainbow Dam Reservoir
1 mi4 species · 487 records
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Pow Wow Pond
4 mi3 species · 89 records
Last stocked June 2021
Woodland Estates Pond
10 mi1 species · 25 records
Last stocked May 2012
Ellis Pond
12 mi3 species · 17 records
Last stocked June 2010
Ryan Reservoir
5 mi1 species · 1 records
Last stocked June 2005
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 14, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8.66" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 350 | 10.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 9.59" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 10, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 8.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 3, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 8.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 8.04" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 13, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.58" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 20, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 6.61" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 1, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 8, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.96" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 25, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.72" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 17, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 7.44" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 7.19" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 13, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 6.98" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 1, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 9.21" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 17, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 211 | 8.42" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 14, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 8.42" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 23, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 7.83" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 7.73" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 19, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.03" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 6, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.16" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 24, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 6.97" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 20, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 9.24" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 13, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 8.74" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 30, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 8.33" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 24, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 8.33" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 8, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.21" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 24, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 8.05" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 28, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 5.86" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 2, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 8.85" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 18, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 8.64" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 7, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 7.44" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 15, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.55" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 10, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 9.75" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 3, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 9.75" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 7, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 8.46" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 23, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 12, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.51" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 7.51" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 21, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 110 | 9.31" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 8, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 9.06" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 24, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 8.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 16, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 8.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 9, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 5, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 28, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 18, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 8.24" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 8.32" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 7, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 7.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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Frequently asked
When was Giant Springs Fishing Pond last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Giant Springs Fishing Pond was last stocked October 14, 2025 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Giant Springs Fishing Pond?
Giant Springs Fishing Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Giant Springs Fishing Pond stocked?
Giant Springs Fishing Pond is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Giant Springs Fishing Pond stocked?
Giant Springs Fishing Pond has been stocked about 8 times a year — 202 recorded stockings between 2002 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Giant Springs Fishing Pond?
About 25,208 fish have been stocked in Giant Springs Fishing Pond across 202 recorded events since 2002, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Giant Springs Fishing Pond?
Fish stocked in Giant Springs Fishing Pond average about 8.8 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Giant Springs Fishing 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 Giant Springs Fishing Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Giant Springs Fishing 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.