Marche Creek, La Fish Stocking
Montana · 1928–1954 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Marche Creek, La was last stocked June 30, 1954 with Rainbow Trout. Marche Creek, La has 30 stocking records on file, spanning 1928–1954, with about 728,728 fish stocked over that period.
When Marche Creek, La is stocked
Marche Creek, La is typically stocked in summer, most often in August — 9 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Marche Creek, La
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 Marche Creek, La, 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 Marche Creek, La was last stocked June 30, 1954, 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 Marche Creek, La:
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.
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.
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 Marche Creek, La
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 Marche Creek, La, freshest activity first.
Ferguson Lake
6 mi2 species · 24 records
Last stocked September 2024
Harrison Lake
9 mi2 species · 13 records
Last stocked September 2024
Johanna Lake
9 mi2 species · 16 records
Last stocked July 2022
Foolhen Lake
2 mi3 species · 22 records
Last stocked November 2021
California Creek
9 mi3 species · 46 records
Last stocked August 1952
Seymour Creek
3 mi2 species · 34 records
Last stocked July 1951
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 1954 | Rainbow Trout | 2,134 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 30, 1954 | Rainbow Trout | 2,134 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 25, 1951 | Rainbow Trout | 3,840 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 25, 1951 | Rainbow Trout | 3,840 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 16, 1949 | Rainbow Trout | 22,600 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 16, 1949 | Rainbow Trout | 22,600 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 1949 | Rainbow Trout | 3,600 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 13, 1948 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,800 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 22 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 22, 1947 | Rainbow Trout | 1,550 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 1947 | Rainbow Trout | 1,550 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 28, 1944 | Rainbow Trout | 4,160 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 28, 1944 | Rainbow Trout | 4,160 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 1941 | Rainbow Trout | 880 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 1941 | Rainbow Trout | 880 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 7, 1939 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 7, 1939 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 15, 1938 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 15, 1937 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,200 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 1936 | Cutthroat Trout | 22,400 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 1936 | Cutthroat Trout | 22,400 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 28, 1934 | Cutthroat Trout | 30,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 28, 1934 | Cutthroat Trout | 30,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| November 26, 1933 | Cutthroat Trout | 15,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| November 26, 1933 | Cutthroat Trout | 15,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 24, 1932 | Cutthroat Trout | 180,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 24, 1932 | Cutthroat Trout | 180,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 21, 1928 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 21, 1928 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 7, 1928 | Cutthroat Trout | 28,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 7, 1928 | Cutthroat Trout | 28,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Marche Creek, La last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Marche Creek, La was last stocked June 30, 1954 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Marche Creek, La?
Marche Creek, La is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Marche Creek, La stocked?
Marche Creek, La is typically stocked in summer, most often in August.
How often is Marche Creek, La stocked?
Marche Creek, La is stocked intermittently — 30 recorded stockings between 1928 and 1954.
How many fish have been stocked in Marche Creek, La?
About 728,728 fish have been stocked in Marche Creek, La across 30 recorded events since 1928, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Marche Creek, La?
Fish stocked in Marche Creek, La average about 3.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Marche Creek, La?
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 Marche Creek, La?
Freshly stocked trout in Marche Creek, La 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.