Pow Wow Pond Fish Stocking
Montana · 1950–2021 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Pow Wow Pond was last stocked June 8, 2021 with Rainbow Trout. Pow Wow Pond has 89 stocking records on file, spanning 1950–2021, with about 38,256 fish stocked over that period.
When Pow Wow Pond is stocked
Pow Wow Pond is typically stocked in summer, most often in May — 34 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Pow Wow Pond
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 Pow Wow Pond, 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 Pow Wow Pond was last stocked June 8, 2021, 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 Pow Wow Pond:
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.
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.
Brown Trout Profile Tips
Known for being wary and selective, brown trout are a prized target for fly anglers, especially larger, nocturnal-feeding fish.
Recommended Tackle for Pow Wow Pond
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 Pow Wow Pond, freshest activity first.
Wadsworth Lake
10 mi5 species · 104 records
Last stocked May 2026
Rainbow Dam Reservoir
3 mi4 species · 487 records
Last stocked October 2025
Giant Springs Fishing Pond
4 mi2 species · 202 records
Last stocked October 2025
Woodland Estates Pond
11 mi1 species · 25 records
Last stocked May 2012
Ellis Pond
9 mi3 species · 17 records
Last stocked June 2010
Ryan Reservoir
5 mi1 species · 1 records
Last stocked June 2005
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 8, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 7.44" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 7.49" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 22, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 7.62" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 6.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 16.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | 26.14" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | 23.73" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | 17.69" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 10, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 8.02" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 3, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | 11.87" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 23, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | 12.37" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 2010 | Brown Trout | 300 | 4.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 8, 2009 | Brown Trout | 300 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 2008 | Brown Trout | 300 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 6, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 302 | 15.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 213 | 11.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 46 | 19.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 5, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 7.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 11, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 3, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 27, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 56 | 21" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 27, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 187 | 19" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 27, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 15 | 22" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 16, 2003 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 7.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 12, 2003 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 11, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 7.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 29, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 7.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 7.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 25, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 5.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 29, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 11, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 2, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 9, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 7.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 26, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 2, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 1, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | 7.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 24, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 7.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 24, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 7.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 26, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 531 | 7.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Showing 50 of 89 stocking records.
Frequently asked
When was Pow Wow Pond last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Pow Wow Pond was last stocked June 8, 2021 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Pow Wow Pond?
Pow Wow Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Pow Wow Pond stocked?
Pow Wow Pond is typically stocked in summer, most often in May.
How often is Pow Wow Pond stocked?
Pow Wow Pond has been stocked about 1 times a year — 89 recorded stockings between 1950 and 2021.
How many fish have been stocked in Pow Wow Pond?
About 38,256 fish have been stocked in Pow Wow Pond across 89 recorded events since 1950, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Pow Wow Pond?
Fish stocked in Pow Wow Pond average about 9.2 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Pow Wow Pond?
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 Pow Wow Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Pow Wow Pond 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.