Hay Creek Fish Stocking
Montana · 1936–1953 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Hay Creek was last stocked July 13, 1953 with Cutthroat Trout. Hay Creek has 18 stocking records on file, spanning 1936–1953, with about 287,790 fish stocked over that period.
When Hay Creek is stocked
Hay Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 6 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Hay Creek, freshest activity first.
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Red Meadow Lake
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Tepee Lake
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 13, 1953 | Cutthroat Trout | 6,240 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 13, 1953 | Cutthroat Trout | 6,240 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 13, 1953 | Cutthroat Trout | 6,240 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 5, 1952 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,480 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 5, 1952 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,480 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 27, 1950 | Cutthroat Trout | 16,200 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 27, 1950 | Cutthroat Trout | 16,200 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1950 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,910 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 21, 1949 | Cutthroat Trout | 11,200 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 17, 1948 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 17, 1948 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 1942 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 1942 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 23, 1938 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,200 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 23, 1938 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,200 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 7, 1937 | Cutthroat Trout | 25,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 1, 1936 | Cutthroat Trout | 61,600 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 1, 1936 | Cutthroat Trout | 61,600 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Hay Creek last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Hay Creek was last stocked July 13, 1953 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Hay Creek?
Hay Creek is stocked with Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Hay Creek stocked?
Hay Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Hay Creek stocked?
Hay Creek is stocked intermittently — 18 recorded stockings between 1936 and 1953.
How many fish have been stocked in Hay Creek?
About 287,790 fish have been stocked in Hay Creek across 18 recorded events since 1936, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Hay Creek?
Fish stocked in Hay Creek average about 3.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.