Herrig Lake Fish Stocking
Montana · 1959–2023 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Herrig Lake was last stocked July 15, 2023 with Cutthroat Trout. Herrig Lake has 14 stocking records on file, spanning 1959–2023, with about 24,859 fish stocked over that period.
When Herrig Lake is stocked
Herrig Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in August — 10 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 15, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 1.14" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 23, 2017 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 9, 2011 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 7, 2008 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 13, 2005 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,219 | 1.27" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 17, 2002 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,004 | 1.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 10, 1999 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,980 | 1.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 16, 1996 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,033 | 1.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 11, 1993 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,070 | 1.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 21, 1990 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,019 | 1.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 22, 1987 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,024 | 1.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 6, 1985 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2, 1982 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 10, 1959 | Golden Trout | 510 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Herrig Lake last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Herrig Lake was last stocked July 15, 2023 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Herrig Lake?
Herrig Lake is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Golden Trout.
What time of year is Herrig Lake stocked?
Herrig Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in August.
How often is Herrig Lake stocked?
Herrig Lake is stocked intermittently — 14 recorded stockings between 1959 and 2023.
How many fish have been stocked in Herrig Lake?
About 24,859 fish have been stocked in Herrig Lake across 14 recorded events since 1959, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Herrig Lake?
Fish stocked in Herrig Lake average about 1.8 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.