Jim Lake Fish Stocking
Montana · 1940–2024 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Jim Lake was last stocked August 6, 2024 with Cutthroat Trout. Jim Lake has 17 stocking records on file, spanning 1940–2024, with about 52,518 fish stocked over that period.
When Jim Lake is stocked
Jim Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 6 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Jim Lake, freshest activity first.
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4 mi3 species · 46 records
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4 mi2 species · 56 records
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Jim Lake 12
2 mi1 species · 8 records
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Jim Lake 8
2 mi1 species · 8 records
Last stocked August 2024
Jim Lake 19
1 mi1 species · 9 records
Last stocked July 2022
Jim Lake 16
2 mi1 species · 8 records
Last stocked July 2022
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 6, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 1.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 13, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 1.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 14, 2012 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 1.81" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 10, 2009 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 27, 2006 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,800 | 1.83" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 31, 2003 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 1.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 7, 2000 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 3.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 25, 1997 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,002 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 9 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 16, 1994 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 3.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 10, 1991 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,174 | 4.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 27, 1988 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,997 | 3.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 14, 1982 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,500 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 1979 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 1978 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 24, 1976 | Cutthroat Trout | 9,045 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 28, 1949 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 22, 1940 | Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Jim Lake last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Jim Lake was last stocked August 6, 2024 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Jim Lake?
Jim Lake is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Jim Lake stocked?
Jim Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Jim Lake stocked?
Jim Lake is stocked intermittently — 17 recorded stockings between 1940 and 2024.
How many fish have been stocked in Jim Lake?
About 52,518 fish have been stocked in Jim Lake across 17 recorded events since 1940, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Jim Lake?
Fish stocked in Jim Lake average about 2.6 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.