Grayling Lake Number One Fish Stocking
Montana · 1927–1966 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Grayling Lake Number One was last stocked April 21, 1966 with Rainbow Trout. Grayling Lake Number One has 22 stocking records on file, spanning 1927–1966, with about 479,981 fish stocked over that period.
When Grayling Lake Number One is stocked
Grayling Lake Number One is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 9 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Grayling Lake Number One
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 Grayling Lake Number One, 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 Grayling Lake Number One was last stocked April 21, 1966, 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 Grayling Lake Number One:
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.
Brook Trout Profile Tips
A favorite of high-country and small-stream anglers; often more willing to strike than brown or rainbow trout in the same water.
Recommended Tackle for Grayling Lake Number One
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 Grayling Lake Number One, freshest activity first.
Mcgilvray Lake
1 mi3 species · 43 records
Last stocked June 2006
Plummer Lake
3 mi3 species · 4 records
Last stocked September 1971
Sawdust Lake
2 mi3 species · 20 records
Last stocked May 1970
East Bass Lake
2 mi1 species · 17 records
Last stocked May 1968
Spill Lake
1 mi4 species · 20 records
Last stocked May 1968
Basham Lake
1 mi1 species · 13 records
Last stocked May 1968
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 21, 1966 | Rainbow Trout | 520 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 10, 1965 | Rainbow Trout | 559 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 18, 1964 | Rainbow Trout | 560 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 561 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 1962 | Rainbow Trout | 560 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 1961 | Rainbow Trout | 559 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 7, 1960 | Rainbow Trout | 1,001 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 29, 1959 | Rainbow Trout | 1,004 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 14 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 8, 1958 | Rainbow Trout | 1,200 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 29, 1957 | Rainbow Trout | 1,198 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 1957 | Rainbow Trout | 2,160 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 19, 1956 | Rainbow Trout | 609 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 16, 1956 | Rainbow Trout | 1,998 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 7, 1955 | Rainbow Trout | 600 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 1955 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 1954 | Rainbow Trout | 592 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 29, 1953 | Brook Trout | 294 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 25, 1952 | Rainbow Trout | 196 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 25, 1951 | Rainbow Trout | 2,760 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 1950 | Brook Trout | 560 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 1949 | Brook Trout | 490 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 5, 1927 | Arctic Grayling | 460,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Grayling Lake Number One last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Grayling Lake Number One was last stocked April 21, 1966 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Grayling Lake Number One?
Grayling Lake Number One is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, and Arctic Grayling.
What time of year is Grayling Lake Number One stocked?
Grayling Lake Number One is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Grayling Lake Number One stocked?
Grayling Lake Number One is stocked intermittently — 22 recorded stockings between 1927 and 1966.
How many fish have been stocked in Grayling Lake Number One?
About 479,981 fish have been stocked in Grayling Lake Number One across 22 recorded events since 1927, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Grayling Lake Number One?
Fish stocked in Grayling Lake Number One average about 5.3 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Grayling Lake Number One?
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 Grayling Lake Number One?
Freshly stocked trout in Grayling Lake Number One 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.