Odell Creek Fish Stocking
Montana · 1928–1992 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Odell Creek was last stocked June 24, 1992 with Arctic Grayling. Odell Creek has 48 stocking records on file, spanning 1928–1992, with about 2,487,295 fish stocked over that period.
When Odell Creek is stocked
Odell Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 22 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Odell 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 Odell 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 Odell Creek was last stocked June 24, 1992, 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 Odell 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.
Arctic Grayling Profile Tips
A popular dry-fly target in Montana and Utah's high-country waters, prized for its willingness to rise.
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.
Recommended Tackle for Odell 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 Odell Creek, freshest activity first.
Twin Lake (Upper)
6 mi2 species · 24 records
Last stocked July 2025
Reservoir Lake
6 mi2 species · 9 records
Last stocked July 2022
Axolotl Lake
7 mi3 species · 30 records
Last stocked July 2022
Vigilante Pond
8 mi2 species · 253 records
Last stocked July 2017
Ennis Kids Pond
4 mi1 species · 199 records
Last stocked June 2008
Ennis Lake
9 mi3 species · 351 records
Last stocked June 1994
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 24, 1992 | Arctic Grayling | 4,909 | 0.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 1986 | Arctic Grayling | 240 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 1986 | Arctic Grayling | 240 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 2, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | 15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 2, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | 15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 2, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | 15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 13" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 13" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 13" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 16, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 16, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 25, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 1,505 | 11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 1,505 | 11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 1970 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 1970 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 1970 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 1970 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 1964 | Rainbow Trout | 2,277 | 11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 1964 | Rainbow Trout | 2,277 | 11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 15, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 1,229 | 11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 15, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 12 | 12" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 15, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 12 | 12" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 15, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 1,229 | 11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 24, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 1,166 | 10" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 24, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 1,166 | 10" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 19, 1961 | Arctic Grayling | 299 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 19, 1961 | Arctic Grayling | 299 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1950 | Brown Trout | 5,100 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1950 | Brown Trout | 5,100 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 25, 1948 | Arctic Grayling | 50,000 | 99" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 25, 1948 | Arctic Grayling | 50,000 | 99" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 23, 1948 | Arctic Grayling | 50,000 | 99" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 18, 1948 | Arctic Grayling | 3,360 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 17, 1948 | Arctic Grayling | 6,840 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 17, 1948 | Arctic Grayling | 6,840 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 1948 | Arctic Grayling | 10,080 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 1948 | Arctic Grayling | 10,080 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 23, 1948 | Rainbow Trout | 4,320 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 23, 1948 | Rainbow Trout | 4,320 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 10, 1947 | Brown Trout | 91,750 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 10, 1947 | Brown Trout | 91,750 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 1946 | Rainbow Trout | 4,070 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 1946 | Rainbow Trout | 4,070 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 1946 | Brown Trout | 26,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 1946 | Brown Trout | 26,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 26, 1928 | Arctic Grayling | 1,000,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 26, 1928 | Arctic Grayling | 1,000,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Odell Creek last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Odell Creek was last stocked June 24, 1992 with Arctic Grayling.
What fish species are stocked in Odell Creek?
Odell Creek is stocked with Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, and Brown Trout.
What time of year is Odell Creek stocked?
Odell Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Odell Creek stocked?
Odell Creek is stocked intermittently — 48 recorded stockings between 1928 and 1992.
How many fish have been stocked in Odell Creek?
About 2,487,295 fish have been stocked in Odell Creek across 48 recorded events since 1928, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Odell Creek?
Fish stocked in Odell Creek average about 14.2 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Odell 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 Odell Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Odell 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.