Miller Creek Fish Stocking
Montana · 1933–2008 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Miller Creek was last stocked July 15, 2008 with Cutthroat Trout. Miller Creek has 27 stocking records on file, spanning 1933–2008, with about 150,540 fish stocked over that period.
When Miller Creek is stocked
Miller Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 16 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Miller Creek
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 Miller Creek, 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 Miller Creek was last stocked July 15, 2008, 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 Miller Creek:
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.
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 Miller Creek
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 Miller Creek, freshest activity first.
Park Lake
5 mi3 species · 91 records
Last stocked July 2021
Crow Creek
3 mi4 species · 104 records
Last stocked June 1991
Mccarthy Reservoir
11 mi1 species · 3 records
Last stocked July 1987
Boulder Kids Ponds
7 mi1 species · 21 records
Last stocked June 1984
Moose Creek
10 mi4 species · 83 records
Last stocked July 1973
North Fork Quartz Creek
3 mi1 species · 3 records
Last stocked July 1967
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 15, 2008 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 3.28" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 15, 2008 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 3.28" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 23, 2007 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,500 | 2.62" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 23, 2007 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,500 | 2.62" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 1, 2006 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,500 | 2.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 8, 2005 | Cutthroat Trout | 820 | 2.48" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 8, 2005 | Cutthroat Trout | 820 | 2.48" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 19, 1950 | Brook Trout | 1,100 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 19 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 19, 1950 | Brook Trout | 1,100 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 1948 | Brook Trout | 2,100 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 1948 | Brook Trout | 2,100 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 24, 1947 | Brook Trout | 1,400 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 24, 1947 | Brook Trout | 1,400 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1947 | Brook Trout | 1,400 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1947 | Brook Trout | 1,400 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 1945 | Brook Trout | 700 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 1945 | Brook Trout | 700 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1943 | Brook Trout | 5,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1943 | Brook Trout | 5,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 18, 1942 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 18, 1942 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 17, 1942 | Brook Trout | 6,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 17, 1942 | Brook Trout | 6,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 1934 | Cutthroat Trout | 35,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 1934 | Cutthroat Trout | 35,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 1933 | Cutthroat Trout | 13,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 1933 | Cutthroat Trout | 13,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Miller Creek last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Miller Creek was last stocked July 15, 2008 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Miller Creek?
Miller Creek is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Brook Trout.
What time of year is Miller Creek stocked?
Miller Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Miller Creek stocked?
Miller Creek is stocked intermittently — 27 recorded stockings between 1933 and 2008.
How many fish have been stocked in Miller Creek?
About 150,540 fish have been stocked in Miller Creek across 27 recorded events since 1933, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Miller Creek?
Fish stocked in Miller Creek average about 4.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Miller Creek?
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 Miller Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Miller Creek 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.