Railroad Lake Fish Stocking
Montana · 1944–1989 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Railroad Lake was last stocked September 28, 1989 with Rainbow Trout. Railroad Lake has 22 stocking records on file, spanning 1944–1989, with about 33,606 fish stocked over that period.
When Railroad Lake is stocked
Railroad Lake is typically stocked in spring and summer, most often in June — 8 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Railroad Lake, freshest activity first.
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 28, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 28, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 4,992 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 1975 | Rainbow Trout | 4,992 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 26, 1974 | Rainbow Trout | 5,319 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 8, 1970 | Rainbow Trout | 870 | 16" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 8, 1970 | Rainbow Trout | 929 | 16" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 1, 1969 | Rainbow Trout | 1,052 | 15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 1, 1969 | Rainbow Trout | 1,060 | 15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 4, 1969 | Rainbow Trout | 605 | 18" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 1969 | Rainbow Trout | 1,290 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 2, 1969 | Rainbow Trout | 605 | 18" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 1967 | Rainbow Trout | 1,004 | 11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 1966 | Rainbow Trout | 1,023 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 27, 1965 | Rainbow Trout | 1,150 | 10" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 19, 1964 | Rainbow Trout | 780 | 10" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 1,260 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 23, 1962 | Rainbow Trout | 1,232 | 10" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 12, 1961 | Rainbow Trout | 1,003 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 6, 1960 | Rainbow Trout | 840 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 24, 1944 | Largemouth Bass | 700 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 24, 1944 | Largemouth Bass | 700 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 24, 1944 | Bluegill | 700 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Railroad Lake last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Railroad Lake was last stocked September 28, 1989 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Railroad Lake?
Railroad Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, and Bluegill.
What time of year is Railroad Lake stocked?
Railroad Lake is typically stocked in spring and summer, most often in June.
How often is Railroad Lake stocked?
Railroad Lake is stocked intermittently — 22 recorded stockings between 1944 and 1989.
How many fish have been stocked in Railroad Lake?
About 33,606 fish have been stocked in Railroad Lake across 22 recorded events since 1944, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Railroad Lake?
Fish stocked in Railroad Lake average about 9.8 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.