Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 Fish Stocking
Montana · 2014–2026 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 was last stocked June 9, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 has 57 stocking records on file, spanning 2014–2026, with about 36,059 fish stocked over that period.
When Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 is stocked
Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 13 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Shiloh Conservation Pond 1
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 Shiloh Conservation Pond 1, 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 Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 was last stocked June 9, 2026, 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 Shiloh Conservation Pond 1:
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.
Bass & Panfish Approach
Target visible structure such as docks, weed lines, and fallen trees. Small 1/32 to 1/16 oz jig heads with soft plastic grubs or live worms under a float work well for crappie and bluegill; soft plastic worms or spinnerbaits work well for bass.
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.
Largemouth Bass Profile Tips
The centerpiece of American bass fishing culture, taken on everything from topwater lures to soft plastics and live bait.
Recommended Tackle for Shiloh Conservation Pond 1
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.
Gary Yamamoto 5-inch Custom Senko Stickbaits
The heavy salt-impregnated plastic produces a unique horizontal shimmy on the fall around weed beds, docks, and submerged timber.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Shiloh Conservation Pond 1, freshest activity first.
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Canyon Creek Pond
1 mi3 species · 30 records
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Lake Josephine
4 mi6 species · 42 records
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Shiloh Conservation Pond 2
0 mi1 species · 7 records
Last stocked August 2024
Joels Pond
0 mi2 species · 2 records
Last stocked August 2022
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 9, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 703 | 6.85" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 723 | 6.62" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 6, 2025 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 1.46" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 5, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 10.51" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 7, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 704 | 9.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 11, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 8.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 29, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 8.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 9, 2024 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 1.35" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 7.59" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 18, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 754 | 10.19" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 28, 2023 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 1.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 17, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 778 | 8.67" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 7.91" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 7.75" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 350 | 7.34" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 13, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 9.93" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 23, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 7.79" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 27, 2021 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 1.65" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 19, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 8.64" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 17, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 738 | 7.33" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 3, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 710 | 6.65" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 29, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 9.46" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 9, 2020 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 0.95" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | 13.48" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 718 | 8.12" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 30, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 7.39" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 30, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | 12.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 14, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 30 | 9.68" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 14, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 600 | 7.32" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 24, 2019 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 1.55" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 16, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1 | 0.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 12, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 600 | 6.63" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 600 | 7.07" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 30, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 340 | 7.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 31, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 358 | 7.69" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 3, 2018 | Largemouth Bass | 350 | 2.43" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 25, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 353 | 7.12" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 350 | 7.32" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 1, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 704 | 8.61" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 21, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 705 | 8.53" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 18, 2017 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 1.28" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 733 | 8.42" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | 6.93" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 24, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 424 | 9.38" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 24, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 301 | 10.12" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 11, 2016 | Largemouth Bass | 1,000 | 1.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 29, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 710 | 8.34" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 200 | 13.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 27, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 24, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 729 | 7.11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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Frequently asked
When was Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 was last stocked June 9, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Shiloh Conservation Pond 1?
Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 stocked?
Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 stocked?
Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 has been stocked about 4 times a year — 57 recorded stockings between 2014 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Shiloh Conservation Pond 1?
About 36,059 fish have been stocked in Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 across 57 recorded events since 2014, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Shiloh Conservation Pond 1?
Fish stocked in Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 average about 7.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Shiloh Conservation Pond 1?
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 Shiloh Conservation Pond 1?
Freshly stocked trout in Shiloh Conservation Pond 1 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.