Surprise Creek Fish Stocking
Montana · 1930–1963 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Surprise Creek was last stocked September 4, 1963 with Rainbow Trout. Surprise Creek has 8 stocking records on file, spanning 1930–1963, with about 23,936 fish stocked over that period.
When Surprise Creek is stocked
Nearby stocked waters
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 4, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 4, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 1960 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,460 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 1960 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,460 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 1949 | Rainbow Trout | 1,708 | 5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 1949 | Rainbow Trout | 1,708 | 5" | 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 Surprise Creek last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Surprise Creek was last stocked September 4, 1963 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Surprise Creek?
Surprise Creek is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Cutthroat Trout.
How often is Surprise Creek stocked?
Surprise Creek is stocked intermittently — 8 recorded stockings between 1930 and 1963.
How many fish have been stocked in Surprise Creek?
About 23,936 fish have been stocked in Surprise Creek across 8 recorded events since 1930, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Surprise Creek?
Fish stocked in Surprise Creek average about 6.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.