South Fork Milk River Fish Stocking
Montana · 1930–1989 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, South Fork Milk River was last stocked July 24, 1989 with Rainbow Trout. South Fork Milk River has 44 stocking records on file, spanning 1930–1989, with about 425,878 fish stocked over that period.
When South Fork Milk River is stocked
South Fork Milk River is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 13 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near South Fork Milk River, freshest activity first.
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Goose Lake
14 mi3 species · 84 records
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Cemetary Lake
21 mi1 species · 8 records
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Lower Saint Mary Lake
19 mi1 species · 1 records
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Flattop Lake
21 mi2 species · 8 records
Last stocked July 2003
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 24, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 14,190 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 24, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 14,190 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 1961 | Rainbow Trout | 1,564 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 1961 | Rainbow Trout | 1,564 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 8, 1960 | Rainbow Trout | 812 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 8, 1960 | Rainbow Trout | 812 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 15, 1959 | Rainbow Trout | 1,080 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 15, 1959 | Rainbow Trout | 1,080 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 16, 1958 | Rainbow Trout | 1,450 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 11, 1957 | Rainbow Trout | 1,740 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 11, 1957 | Rainbow Trout | 1,740 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 24, 1956 | Rainbow Trout | 1,888 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 24, 1956 | Rainbow Trout | 1,888 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 11, 1955 | Rainbow Trout | 1,920 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 11, 1955 | Rainbow Trout | 1,920 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 17, 1954 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 17, 1954 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 14, 1953 | Brook Trout | 1,200 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 1, 1953 | Rainbow Trout | 1,920 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 1, 1953 | Rainbow Trout | 1,920 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 1952 | Rainbow Trout | 2,400 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 1952 | Rainbow Trout | 2,400 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 1952 | Rainbow Trout | 1,200 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 7, 1950 | Brook Trout | 5,500 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 7, 1950 | Brook Trout | 5,500 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 6, 1950 | Brook Trout | 3,300 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 6, 1950 | Brook Trout | 3,300 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 9, 1950 | Rainbow Trout | 3,600 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 19, 1950 | Rainbow Trout | 3,600 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 19, 1950 | Rainbow Trout | 3,600 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 31, 1949 | Rainbow Trout | 14,400 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 31, 1949 | Rainbow Trout | 14,400 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 6, 1948 | Rainbow Trout | 14,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 6, 1948 | Rainbow Trout | 14,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 26, 1947 | Brook Trout | 10,400 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 26, 1947 | Brook Trout | 10,400 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 27, 1933 | Cutthroat Trout | 15,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 27, 1933 | Cutthroat Trout | 15,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 12, 1932 | Cutthroat Trout | 28,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 12, 1932 | Cutthroat Trout | 28,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 29, 1931 | Cutthroat Trout | 41,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 29, 1931 | Cutthroat Trout | 41,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 23, 1930 | Cutthroat Trout | 45,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 23, 1930 | Cutthroat Trout | 45,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was South Fork Milk River last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, South Fork Milk River was last stocked July 24, 1989 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in South Fork Milk River?
South Fork Milk River is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is South Fork Milk River stocked?
South Fork Milk River is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is South Fork Milk River stocked?
South Fork Milk River is stocked intermittently — 44 recorded stockings between 1930 and 1989.
How many fish have been stocked in South Fork Milk River?
About 425,878 fish have been stocked in South Fork Milk River across 44 recorded events since 1930, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in South Fork Milk River?
Fish stocked in South Fork Milk River average about 4.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.