South Fork Mcdonald Creek Fish Stocking
Montana · 1930–1972 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, South Fork Mcdonald Creek was last stocked August 29, 1972 with Rainbow Trout. South Fork Mcdonald Creek has 24 stocking records on file, spanning 1930–1972, with about 58,944 fish stocked over that period.
When South Fork Mcdonald Creek is stocked
South Fork Mcdonald Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 7 stocking events in that peak month.
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 29, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 2,509 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 29, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 2,509 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 12, 1967 | Rainbow Trout | 510 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 12, 1967 | Rainbow Trout | 510 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 13, 1965 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 13, 1965 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 1964 | Rainbow Trout | 1,713 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 1964 | Rainbow Trout | 1,713 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 16 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 24, 1953 | Brook Trout | 3,660 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 24, 1953 | Brook Trout | 3,660 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 22, 1951 | Brook Trout | 3,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 22, 1951 | Brook Trout | 3,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 1950 | Rainbow Trout | 370 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 1950 | Rainbow Trout | 370 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 7, 1949 | Brook Trout | 1,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 7, 1949 | Brook Trout | 1,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 1942 | Brook Trout | 4,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 1941 | Brook Trout | 5,120 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 1, 1940 | Brook Trout | 1,600 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 1, 1940 | Brook Trout | 1,600 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 27, 1939 | Rainbow Trout | 5,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 27, 1939 | Rainbow Trout | 5,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 10, 1930 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,800 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 10, 1930 | Cutthroat Trout | 4,800 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was South Fork Mcdonald Creek last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, South Fork Mcdonald Creek was last stocked August 29, 1972 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in South Fork Mcdonald Creek?
South Fork Mcdonald Creek is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is South Fork Mcdonald Creek stocked?
South Fork Mcdonald Creek is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is South Fork Mcdonald Creek stocked?
South Fork Mcdonald Creek is stocked intermittently — 24 recorded stockings between 1930 and 1972.
How many fish have been stocked in South Fork Mcdonald Creek?
About 58,944 fish have been stocked in South Fork Mcdonald Creek across 24 recorded events since 1930, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in South Fork Mcdonald Creek?
Fish stocked in South Fork Mcdonald Creek average about 4.7 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.