Sixteenmile Creek Fish Stocking
Montana · 1928–1989 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Sixteenmile Creek was last stocked June 20, 1989 with Rainbow Trout. Sixteenmile Creek has 88 stocking records on file, spanning 1928–1989, with about 1,746,436 fish stocked over that period.
When Sixteenmile Creek is stocked
Sixteenmile Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 34 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Sixteenmile 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 Sixteenmile 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 Sixteenmile Creek was last stocked June 20, 1989, 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 Sixteenmile 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.
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.
Brook Trout Profile Tips
A favorite of high-country and small-stream anglers; often more willing to strike than brown or rainbow trout in the same water.
Recommended Tackle for Sixteenmile 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 Sixteenmile Creek, freshest activity first.
Trout Lake
9 mi2 species · 113 records
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Gallatin River
12 mi3 species · 495 records
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Madison River
13 mi5 species · 1310 records
Last stocked April 2006
Jefferson River
13 mi5 species · 286 records
Last stocked September 2003
Plunket Lake
9 mi1 species · 1 records
Last stocked February 1993
Jackson Creek
13 mi3 species · 42 records
Last stocked July 1960
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 20, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 448 | 7.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 448 | 7.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 19, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 2,400 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 19, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 2,400 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 22, 1954 | Rainbow Trout | 33,217 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 22, 1954 | Rainbow Trout | 33,217 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 21, 1954 | Rainbow Trout | 2,466 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 21, 1954 | Rainbow Trout | 2,466 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 7, 1953 | Rainbow Trout | 6,480 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 7, 1953 | Rainbow Trout | 942 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 7, 1953 | Rainbow Trout | 6,480 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 7, 1953 | Rainbow Trout | 942 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 1953 | Brook Trout | 30,720 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 11, 1952 | Brook Trout | 18,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 11, 1952 | Brook Trout | 18,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 1951 | Brook Trout | 9,300 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 1951 | Brook Trout | 9,300 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 23, 1950 | Brown Trout | 12,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 5, 1950 | Brook Trout | 22,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 5, 1950 | Brook Trout | 22,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 1949 | Brook Trout | 12,500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 1949 | Brook Trout | 12,500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1948 | Rainbow Trout | 2,310 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1948 | Rainbow Trout | 2,310 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 9, 1948 | Rainbow Trout | 156 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 9, 1948 | Rainbow Trout | 156 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 1948 | Brook Trout | 20,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 1948 | Brook Trout | 20,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 16, 1947 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 9, 1947 | Brook Trout | 20,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 9, 1947 | Brook Trout | 20,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 2, 1947 | Brook Trout | 10,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 2, 1947 | Brook Trout | 10,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 23, 1946 | Rainbow Trout | 7,200 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 23, 1946 | Rainbow Trout | 7,200 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 19, 1946 | Brook Trout | 16,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 19, 1946 | Brook Trout | 16,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 17, 1946 | Brook Trout | 20,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 17, 1946 | Brook Trout | 20,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 1946 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 15, 1945 | Rainbow Trout | 5,600 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 15, 1945 | Rainbow Trout | 5,600 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 11, 1945 | Brook Trout | 25,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 11, 1945 | Brook Trout | 25,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 17, 1944 | Rainbow Trout | 7,000 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 14, 1944 | Brook Trout | 25,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 14, 1944 | Brook Trout | 25,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 7, 1943 | Brook Trout | 35,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 7, 1943 | Brook Trout | 35,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 7, 1942 | Brook Trout | 25,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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Frequently asked
When was Sixteenmile Creek last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Sixteenmile Creek was last stocked June 20, 1989 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Sixteenmile Creek?
Sixteenmile Creek is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, Brown Trout, and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Sixteenmile Creek stocked?
Sixteenmile Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Sixteenmile Creek stocked?
Sixteenmile Creek has been stocked about 1 times a year — 88 recorded stockings between 1928 and 1989.
How many fish have been stocked in Sixteenmile Creek?
About 1,746,436 fish have been stocked in Sixteenmile Creek across 88 recorded events since 1928, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Sixteenmile Creek?
Fish stocked in Sixteenmile Creek average about 3.4 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Sixteenmile 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 Sixteenmile Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Sixteenmile 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.