Harbaugh Reservoir Fish Stocking
Montana · 1946–1986 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Harbaugh Reservoir was last stocked September 8, 1986 with Largemouth Bass. Harbaugh Reservoir has 21 stocking records on file, spanning 1946–1986, with about 31,975 fish stocked over that period.
When Harbaugh Reservoir is stocked
Harbaugh Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 9 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Harbaugh Reservoir, freshest activity first.
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By species
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 8, 1986 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 3, 1983 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 14, 1982 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 13, 1982 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 12, 1982 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 28, 1979 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 1975 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 13 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 1973 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 28, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 1, 1970 | Northern Pike | 75 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 1969 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 17, 1968 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 1967 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 1966 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 29, 1964 | Rainbow Trout | 1,800 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 3,500 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 10, 1961 | Rainbow Trout | 3,500 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 12, 1946 | Bluegill | 1,600 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Harbaugh Reservoir last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Harbaugh Reservoir was last stocked September 8, 1986 with Largemouth Bass.
What fish species are stocked in Harbaugh Reservoir?
Harbaugh Reservoir is stocked with Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, and Bluegill.
What time of year is Harbaugh Reservoir stocked?
Harbaugh Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Harbaugh Reservoir stocked?
Harbaugh Reservoir is stocked intermittently — 21 recorded stockings between 1946 and 1986.
How many fish have been stocked in Harbaugh Reservoir?
About 31,975 fish have been stocked in Harbaugh Reservoir across 21 recorded events since 1946, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Harbaugh Reservoir?
Fish stocked in Harbaugh Reservoir average about 3.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.