Maney Lake Fish Stocking
Montana · 1983–2025 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Maney Lake was last stocked June 9, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout. Maney Lake has 28 stocking records on file, spanning 1983–2025, with about 23,170 fish stocked over that period.
When Maney Lake is stocked
Maney Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 14 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Maney Lake
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 Maney Lake, 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 Maney Lake was last stocked June 9, 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 Maney Lake:
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.
Cutthroat Trout Profile Tips
Known for being relatively easy to catch on dry flies, making it a favorite of western fly anglers; many subspecies are managed under catch-and-release rules to protect native populations.
Recommended Tackle for Maney Lake
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 Maney Lake, freshest activity first.
Skyline Pond
12 mi1 species · 32 records
Last stocked May 2026
Delmoe Lake
12 mi2 species · 66 records
Last stocked September 2025
Cliff Lake
11 mi4 species · 153 records
Last stocked June 2025
Copper Mountain Park Pond
13 mi1 species · 12 records
Last stocked June 2025
Alpine Lake
9 mi2 species · 39 records
Last stocked August 2023
Mill Creek
8 mi5 species · 246 records
Last stocked April 2002
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 9, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 497 | 7.42" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 493 | 7.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 8.41" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 8.42" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 250 | 10.45" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 250 | 9.26" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 16, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 11.26" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 31, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 450 | 8.59" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 20 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 18, 2018 | Cutthroat Trout | 250 | 8.79" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 2017 | Cutthroat Trout | 504 | 9.47" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 9.31" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 14, 2015 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 9.37" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 8, 2014 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 9.72" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 26, 2013 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 10.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 17, 2012 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 6.43" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 29, 2011 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 2, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 6.08" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 17, 2009 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 17, 2008 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 25, 2007 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 1.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 14, 2006 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 1.51" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 8, 2005 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 5.34" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 2004 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 5.79" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 24, 2003 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 2.48" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 27, 2001 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 2.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 3, 1992 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 18, 1985 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,080 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 10, 1983 | Cutthroat Trout | 896 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Maney Lake last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Maney Lake was last stocked June 9, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Maney Lake?
Maney Lake is stocked with Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Maney Lake stocked?
Maney Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Maney Lake stocked?
Maney Lake is stocked intermittently — 28 recorded stockings between 1983 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Maney Lake?
About 23,170 fish have been stocked in Maney Lake across 28 recorded events since 1983, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Maney Lake?
Fish stocked in Maney Lake average about 6.6 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Maney Lake?
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 Maney Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Maney Lake 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.