Lake Blue Water Fish Stocking
Montana · 1953–1953 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Lake Blue Water was last stocked September 12, 1953 with Brook Trout. Lake Blue Water has 1 stocking record on file, spanning 1953–1953, with about 65 fish stocked over that period.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Lake Blue Water
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 Lake Blue Water, 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 Lake Blue Water was last stocked September 12, 1953, 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 Lake Blue Water:
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.
Brook Trout Profile Tips
A favorite of high-country and small-stream anglers; often more willing to strike than brown or rainbow trout in the same water.
Recommended Tackle for Lake Blue Water
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 Lake Blue Water, freshest activity first.
Deadmans Basin Reservoir
16 mi6 species · 547 records
Last stocked May 2026
Berg Reservoir
18 mi1 species · 6 records
Last stocked June 2013
Shifley Pond
18 mi1 species · 5 records
Last stocked August 1993
Lower Glaston Lake
16 mi9 species · 54 records
Last stocked August 1991
Cayuse Creek
16 mi3 species · 103 records
Last stocked July 1982
Olnhauser Lake
0 mi3 species · 4 records
Last stocked August 1968
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 12, 1953 | Brook Trout | 65 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Lake Blue Water last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Lake Blue Water was last stocked September 12, 1953 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Lake Blue Water?
Lake Blue Water is stocked with Brook Trout.
How often is Lake Blue Water stocked?
Lake Blue Water is stocked intermittently — 1 recorded stockings between 1953 and 1953.
How many fish have been stocked in Lake Blue Water?
About 65 fish have been stocked in Lake Blue Water across 1 recorded events since 1953, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Lake Blue Water?
Fish stocked in Lake Blue Water average about 4.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Lake Blue Water?
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 Lake Blue Water?
Freshly stocked trout in Lake Blue Water 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.