Metcalf Lake Fish Stocking
Montana · 1940–2002 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Metcalf Lake was last stocked September 26, 2002 with Rainbow Trout. Metcalf Lake has 18 stocking records on file, spanning 1940–2002, with about 46,156 fish stocked over that period.
When Metcalf Lake is stocked
Metcalf Lake is typically stocked in fall, most often in September — 10 stocking events in that peak month.
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 26, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 754 | 4.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 18, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 785 | 4.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 27, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 520 | 4.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 17, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 551 | 3.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 1,121 | 2.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 15, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 533 | 3.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 3, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 999 | 3.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 21, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 512 | 3.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 10 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 31, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 534 | 3.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 29, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 3.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 20, 1988 | Rainbow Trout | 2,077 | 4.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 23, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 2,492 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 28, 1984 | Rainbow Trout | 900 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 28, 1984 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 13, 1952 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,760 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 25, 1940 | Cutthroat Trout | 22,618 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Metcalf Lake last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Metcalf Lake was last stocked September 26, 2002 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Metcalf Lake?
Metcalf Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Metcalf Lake stocked?
Metcalf Lake is typically stocked in fall, most often in September.
How often is Metcalf Lake stocked?
Metcalf Lake is stocked intermittently — 18 recorded stockings between 1940 and 2002.
How many fish have been stocked in Metcalf Lake?
About 46,156 fish have been stocked in Metcalf Lake across 18 recorded events since 1940, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Metcalf Lake?
Fish stocked in Metcalf Lake average about 4.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.