South Fork Sun River Fish Stocking
Montana · 1936–2001 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, South Fork Sun River was last stocked July 21, 2001 with Arctic Grayling. South Fork Sun River has 16 stocking records on file, spanning 1936–2001, with about 280,173 fish stocked over that period.
When South Fork Sun River is stocked
South Fork Sun River is typically stocked in summer, most often in September — 8 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
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Wood Creek
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5 mi2 species · 6 records
Last stocked September 1949
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 21, 2001 | Arctic Grayling | 2,175 | 7.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 21, 2001 | Arctic Grayling | 2,376 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 21, 2001 | Arctic Grayling | 2,376 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 12, 2000 | Arctic Grayling | 4,548 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 12, 2000 | Arctic Grayling | 4,548 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 28, 1999 | Arctic Grayling | 4,550 | 7.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 20, 1949 | Cutthroat Trout | 27,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 20, 1949 | Cutthroat Trout | 27,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 17, 1948 | Rainbow Trout | 6,800 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 16, 1948 | Cutthroat Trout | 26,400 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 16, 1948 | Cutthroat Trout | 26,400 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 29, 1936 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 18, 1936 | Rainbow Trout | 20,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 18, 1936 | Rainbow Trout | 20,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 9, 1936 | Cutthroat Trout | 48,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 9, 1936 | Cutthroat Trout | 48,000 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was South Fork Sun River last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, South Fork Sun River was last stocked July 21, 2001 with Arctic Grayling.
What fish species are stocked in South Fork Sun River?
South Fork Sun River is stocked with Arctic Grayling, Cutthroat Trout, and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is South Fork Sun River stocked?
South Fork Sun River is typically stocked in summer, most often in September.
How often is South Fork Sun River stocked?
South Fork Sun River is stocked intermittently — 16 recorded stockings between 1936 and 2001.
How many fish have been stocked in South Fork Sun River?
About 280,173 fish have been stocked in South Fork Sun River across 16 recorded events since 1936, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in South Fork Sun River?
Fish stocked in South Fork Sun River average about 4.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.