South Fish Lake Fish Stocking
Montana · 1978–2024 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, South Fish Lake was last stocked August 9, 2024 with Cutthroat Trout. South Fish Lake has 23 stocking records on file, spanning 1978–2024, with about 58,799 fish stocked over that period.
When South Fish Lake is stocked
South Fish Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in August — 15 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near South Fish Lake, freshest activity first.
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1 mi1 species · 24 records
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North Fish Lake
1 mi2 species · 32 records
Last stocked August 2024
Hoskins Lake
3 mi2 species · 55 records
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Vinal Lake
4 mi1 species · 69 records
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Mt Henry Lake
3 mi2 species · 8 records
Last stocked August 2014
Boulder Lake 1
6 mi1 species · 4 records
Last stocked August 2012
By species
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 9, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,500 | 1.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 25, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,502 | 1.31" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 19, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 5, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,500 | 1.37" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 23, 2017 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 25, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,274 | 2.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 16, 2015 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,520 | 1.05" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 28, 2014 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,676 | 0.94" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 15 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 5, 2013 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,496 | 1.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 31, 2012 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,090 | 1.63" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 8, 2011 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,479 | 1.52" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 18, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,511 | 1.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 4, 2009 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,517 | 1.49" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 31, 2008 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,520 | 1.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 25, 2007 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,505 | 1.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 13, 2004 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,519 | 1.24" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 24, 2001 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,558 | 1.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 3, 1998 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,952 | 1.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 9, 1995 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,032 | 1.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 19, 1991 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,640 | 1.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 22, 1987 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,508 | 1.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 14, 1983 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,500 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 14, 1978 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was South Fish Lake last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, South Fish Lake was last stocked August 9, 2024 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in South Fish Lake?
South Fish Lake is stocked with Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is South Fish Lake stocked?
South Fish Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in August.
How often is South Fish Lake stocked?
South Fish Lake is stocked intermittently — 23 recorded stockings between 1978 and 2024.
How many fish have been stocked in South Fish Lake?
About 58,799 fish have been stocked in South Fish Lake across 23 recorded events since 1978, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in South Fish Lake?
Fish stocked in South Fish Lake average about 1.4 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.