Painted Lake Fish Stocking
Montana · 1973–2024 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Painted Lake was last stocked September 19, 2024 with Cutthroat Trout. Painted Lake has 15 stocking records on file, spanning 1973–2024, with about 11,128 fish stocked over that period.
When Painted Lake is stocked
Painted Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in August — 8 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
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By species
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 19, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 2.09" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 21, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 1.96" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 25, 2017 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 1.72" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 2013 | Cutthroat Trout | 499 | 1.85" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 10, 2009 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 2, 2005 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 2.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 8, 2001 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 19, 1997 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 2.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 7 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 13, 1993 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 2.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 9, 1989 | Cutthroat Trout | 500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 26, 1985 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 4, 1981 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,007 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 28, 1978 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,002 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 28, 1973 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,560 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 28, 1973 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,560 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Painted Lake last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Painted Lake was last stocked September 19, 2024 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Painted Lake?
Painted Lake is stocked with Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Painted Lake stocked?
Painted Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in August.
How often is Painted Lake stocked?
Painted Lake is stocked intermittently — 15 recorded stockings between 1973 and 2024.
How many fish have been stocked in Painted Lake?
About 11,128 fish have been stocked in Painted Lake across 15 recorded events since 1973, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Painted Lake?
Fish stocked in Painted Lake average about 2.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.