South Fork Reservoir Fish Stocking
Montana · 1979–2025 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, South Fork Reservoir was last stocked May 12, 2025 with Rainbow Trout. South Fork Reservoir has 34 stocking records on file, spanning 1979–2025, with about 831,982 fish stocked over that period.
When South Fork Reservoir is stocked
South Fork Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 16 stocking events in that peak month.
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By species
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 2.26" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 2.27" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 19, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 4.47" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 4.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 23, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 1.88" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 1.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 14, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 10, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 26 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 26, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 2.15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 4, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 2.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 5, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 2.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 28, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 2.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 31, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 2.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 28, 2003 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 2.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 30, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 2.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 9, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 2.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 882 | 3.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 24, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 2.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 2.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 25, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 2.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 3.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 16, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| March 12, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 2.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 16, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 2.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 3.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 1987 | Fathead Minnow | 3,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 22, 1986 | Crappie | 500 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 1, 1986 | Northern Pike | 300,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 19, 1985 | Northern Pike | 500,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 1981 | Smallmouth Bass | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 15, 1980 | Largemouth Bass | 325 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 26, 1980 | Bluegill | 275 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 1979 | Walleye | 4,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was South Fork Reservoir last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, South Fork Reservoir was last stocked May 12, 2025 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in South Fork Reservoir?
South Fork Reservoir is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Fathead Minnow, Crappie, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, and Walleye.
What time of year is South Fork Reservoir stocked?
South Fork Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is South Fork Reservoir stocked?
South Fork Reservoir is stocked intermittently — 34 recorded stockings between 1979 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in South Fork Reservoir?
About 831,982 fish have been stocked in South Fork Reservoir across 34 recorded events since 1979, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in South Fork Reservoir?
Fish stocked in South Fork Reservoir average about 2.9 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.