Morrell Creek Fish Stocking
Montana · 1931–1952 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Morrell Creek was last stocked August 5, 1952 with Cutthroat Trout. Morrell Creek has 18 stocking records on file, spanning 1931–1952, with about 188,500 fish stocked over that period.
When Morrell Creek is stocked
Morrell Creek is typically stocked in fall, most often in September — 12 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Morrell Creek, freshest activity first.
Placid Lake
3 mi6 species · 275 records
Last stocked October 2025
Cottonwood Lake, Middle
5 mi2 species · 38 records
Last stocked October 2025
Heart Lake
5 mi5 species · 38 records
Last stocked September 2025
Hall Lake
6 mi1 species · 32 records
Last stocked August 2024
Salmon Lake
4 mi5 species · 86 records
Last stocked May 2024
Seeley Lake
5 mi7 species · 536 records
Last stocked May 2024
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 5, 1952 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 5, 1952 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 20, 1951 | Cutthroat Trout | 15,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 20, 1951 | Cutthroat Trout | 15,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 25, 1950 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,500 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 25, 1950 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,500 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 25, 1950 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 25, 1950 | Cutthroat Trout | 7,500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 10 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 19, 1949 | Cutthroat Trout | 12,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 19, 1949 | Cutthroat Trout | 12,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 18, 1949 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 18, 1949 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 5, 1941 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 5, 1941 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 9, 1932 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 9, 1932 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 23, 1931 | Cutthroat Trout | 11,250 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 23, 1931 | Cutthroat Trout | 11,250 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Morrell Creek last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Morrell Creek was last stocked August 5, 1952 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Morrell Creek?
Morrell Creek is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Morrell Creek stocked?
Morrell Creek is typically stocked in fall, most often in September.
How often is Morrell Creek stocked?
Morrell Creek is stocked intermittently — 18 recorded stockings between 1931 and 1952.
How many fish have been stocked in Morrell Creek?
About 188,500 fish have been stocked in Morrell Creek across 18 recorded events since 1931, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Morrell Creek?
Fish stocked in Morrell Creek average about 1.3 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.