Howard Lake Fish Stocking
Montana · 1928–2016 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Howard Lake was last stocked October 13, 2016 with Rainbow Trout. Howard Lake has 70 stocking records on file, spanning 1928–2016, with about 535,029 fish stocked over that period.
When Howard Lake is stocked
Howard Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 30 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Howard Lake, freshest activity first.
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Little Bear Lake
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Wanless Lake 2
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Last stocked August 2021
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 13, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,175 | 2.26" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 8, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 1,004 | 6.23" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 18, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 2,706 | 2.48" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 4, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 3,060 | 2.31" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 3,013 | 7.31" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 22, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 1,570 | 6.82" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 1,570 | 6.82" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 10, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 3,116 | 5.34" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 25, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 3,014 | 8.48" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 12, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 3,323 | 3.88" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 28, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 3,024 | 3.56" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 11, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 3,350 | 4.21" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 4, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 3,210 | 3.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 28, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 3,034 | 3.41" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 11, 2003 | Rainbow Trout | 1,138 | 3.33" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 1, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 2.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 3, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 1,253 | 2.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 23, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 1,530 | 2.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 1,019 | 3.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 11, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 1,080 | 5.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 11, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 2,012 | 5.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 10, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 3,009 | 4.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 9, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 3,013 | 2.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 2,610 | 3.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 2,518 | 4.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 2,633 | 4.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 10, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 2,502 | 5.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 29, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 2,515 | 5.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 2,499 | 5.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 1, 1988 | Rainbow Trout | 2,512 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 2, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 2,528 | 4.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 10, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 2,502 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 2,508 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 19, 1984 | Rainbow Trout | 2,996 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 19, 1983 | Rainbow Trout | 3,284 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 15, 1982 | Rainbow Trout | 3,296 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1981 | Rainbow Trout | 3,010 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 15, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 3,040 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 1979 | Rainbow Trout | 3,001 | 10" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 3, 1978 | Rainbow Trout | 2,995 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 1977 | Rainbow Trout | 3,060 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 11, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 1,904 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 11, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 1,155 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 11, 1975 | Rainbow Trout | 3,162 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 19, 1974 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 5,700 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 14, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 6,160 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 12, 1968 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 28, 1967 | Rainbow Trout | 5,990 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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Frequently asked
When was Howard Lake last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Howard Lake was last stocked October 13, 2016 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Howard Lake?
Howard Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Cutthroat Trout, and Arctic Grayling.
What time of year is Howard Lake stocked?
Howard Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Howard Lake stocked?
Howard Lake is stocked intermittently — 70 recorded stockings between 1928 and 2016.
How many fish have been stocked in Howard Lake?
About 535,029 fish have been stocked in Howard Lake across 70 recorded events since 1928, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Howard Lake?
Fish stocked in Howard Lake average about 4.4 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.