Kingsbury Pond Fish Stocking
Montana · 1954–2025 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Kingsbury Pond was last stocked July 1, 2025 with Brown Trout. Kingsbury Pond has 55 stocking records on file, spanning 1954–2025, with about 101,204 fish stocked over that period.
When Kingsbury Pond is stocked
Kingsbury Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 17 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Kingsbury Pond
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Montana.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Kingsbury Pond, they typically congregate in schools near public access points, boat ramps, or inlets for the first 24 to 48 hours while adjusting to natural water conditions.
Since Kingsbury Pond was last stocked July 1, 2025, anglers visiting within 1 to 2 weeks of a reported event generally experience the highest activity before fish disperse into deeper cover.
State Regulations & Licensing
- •Fishing License: A valid Montana freshwater fishing license is required for anglers age 16 and older.Purchase Montana license online →
- •Official Rules & Limits: Bag limits, bait restrictions, and seasonal boundaries are set by Montana fish & wildlife agency.Official Montana regulations guidebook →
- •Ethical Conservation: Use barbless hooks and keep fish submerged in water during unhooking.Trout Thermal Advisory: When water temperatures rise above 68°F (20°C), released trout face severe mortality from thermal exhaustion. Target warmwater species or fish early in the morning when lakes and streams warm up.
Recommended Tackle & Presentations
Techniques tailored to the species stocked in Kingsbury Pond:
Stocked Trout Tactics
Use light 4–6 lb monofilament or fluorocarbon line. Float scented dough bait (PowerBait) 12–18" off bottom using a sliding slip-sinker rig with a size 14–16 treble hook. For active casting, throw 1/16 to 1/8 oz inline spinners (Panther Martin, Rooster Tail) or small spoons (Kastmaster) along drop-offs.
Brown Trout Profile Tips
Known for being wary and selective, brown trout are a prized target for fly anglers, especially larger, nocturnal-feeding fish.
Rainbow Trout Profile Tips
The most commonly targeted stocked trout in the country, taken on bait, spinners, and flies alike; a common first fish for new anglers.
Recommended Tackle for Kingsbury Pond
Field-tested tackle and presentations matched to the species stocked here.
Berkley PowerBait Floating Trout Dough
Hatchery-raised trout are conditioned to pelleted scents; scented dough floated 12–18 inches off bottom consistently triggers strikes.
Panther Martin Classic Teardrop Inline Spinner
The heavy convex blade spins instantly upon retrieval, sending vibration through the water that triggers aggressive reaction bites along drop-offs.
Sliding Sinker & Treble Hook Rigging Kit
Sliding egg sinkers allow cautious trout to run with bait without feeling line drag, while size 14–16 treble hooks keep dough bait securely pinned.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Kingsbury Pond, freshest activity first.
Holgate Reservoir
10 mi3 species · 54 records
Last stocked June 2026
Carpenter Reservoir
5 mi2 species · 36 records
Last stocked May 2026
Wolf Crk Ranch Pond, Upper
8 mi3 species · 18 records
Last stocked May 2026
Anderson Pond
9 mi3 species · 18 records
Last stocked June 2025
Urs Pond
8 mi2 species · 66 records
Last stocked June 2023
Wolf Crk Ranch Pond, Lower
9 mi2 species · 11 records
Last stocked August 2017
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2025 | Brown Trout | 250 | 4.44" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 6, 2024 | Brown Trout | 300 | 4.04" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 19, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 4.92" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 2020 | Brown Trout | 304 | 4.39" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 8, 2019 | Brook Trout | 250 | 4.81" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 507 | 4.39" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 6, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 4.47" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 29, 2015 | Brown Trout | 756 | 3.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 6, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 880 | 4.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 5, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 1,504 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 1,504 | 4.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 1,505 | 3.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 1,624 | 3.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 1,509 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 27, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 1,519 | 3.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 1,505 | 4.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 28, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 4.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 28, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 1,598 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 24, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 26, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 4.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 22, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 275 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 1,228 | 4.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 1988 | Rainbow Trout | 1,516 | 4.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 10, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 1,493 | 4.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 19, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 1,545 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 29, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 1,508 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 1984 | Rainbow Trout | 1,520 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 1983 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 8, 1982 | Rainbow Trout | 1,524 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 24, 1981 | Rainbow Trout | 1,512 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 6, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 520 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 1979 | Rainbow Trout | 1,504 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 13, 1978 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 1977 | Rainbow Trout | 1,505 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 19, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 25, 1975 | Rainbow Trout | 1,750 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 29, 1974 | Rainbow Trout | 1,632 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 1973 | Rainbow Trout | 1,512 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 1,100 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 1971 | Brook Trout | 1,429 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 1970 | Rainbow Trout | 2,070 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 1969 | Rainbow Trout | 2,600 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 19, 1968 | Rainbow Trout | 2,240 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 26, 1967 | Rainbow Trout | 2,660 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 13, 1966 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 8, 1965 | Rainbow Trout | 2,754 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 1964 | Rainbow Trout | 2,480 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 12, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 2,628 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 6, 1961 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,400 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 1960 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,950 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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Frequently asked
When was Kingsbury Pond last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Kingsbury Pond was last stocked July 1, 2025 with Brown Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Kingsbury Pond?
Kingsbury Pond is stocked with Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Kingsbury Pond stocked?
Kingsbury Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Kingsbury Pond stocked?
Kingsbury Pond is stocked intermittently — 55 recorded stockings between 1954 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Kingsbury Pond?
About 101,204 fish have been stocked in Kingsbury Pond across 55 recorded events since 1954, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Kingsbury Pond?
Fish stocked in Kingsbury Pond average about 4.5 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Kingsbury Pond?
Yes, all anglers age 16 and older generally need a valid Montana freshwater fishing license. Always review current regulations from Montana fish & wildlife agency for site-specific rules, bag limits, or stamps.
How do you catch stocked trout in Kingsbury Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Kingsbury Pond typically respond well to floating dough bait (such as PowerBait) floated 12–18 inches off bottom on light 4–6 lb leader, live nightcrawlers under a bobber, and small inline spinners or spoons retrieved along shorelines and drop-offs.