Upper Frog Pond Fish Stocking
Montana · 2004–2026 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Upper Frog Pond was last stocked June 5, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Upper Frog Pond has 102 stocking records on file, spanning 2004–2026, with about 24,286 fish stocked over that period.
When Upper Frog Pond is stocked
Upper Frog Pond is typically stocked in spring and summer, most often in May — 27 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Upper Frog Pond
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Montana.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Upper Frog Pond, they typically congregate in schools near public access points, boat ramps, or inlets for the first 24 to 48 hours while adjusting to natural water conditions.
Since Upper Frog Pond was last stocked June 5, 2026, anglers visiting within 1 to 2 weeks of a reported event generally experience the highest activity before fish disperse into deeper cover.
State Regulations & Licensing
- •Fishing License: A valid Montana freshwater fishing license is required for anglers age 16 and older.Purchase Montana license online →
- •Official Rules & Limits: Bag limits, bait restrictions, and seasonal boundaries are set by Montana fish & wildlife agency.Official Montana regulations guidebook →
- •Ethical Conservation: Use barbless hooks and keep fish submerged in water during unhooking.Trout Thermal Advisory: When water temperatures rise above 68°F (20°C), released trout face severe mortality from thermal exhaustion. Target warmwater species or fish early in the morning when lakes and streams warm up.
Recommended Tackle & Presentations
Techniques tailored to the species stocked in Upper Frog Pond:
Stocked Trout Tactics
Use light 4–6 lb monofilament or fluorocarbon line. Float scented dough bait (PowerBait) 12–18" off bottom using a sliding slip-sinker rig with a size 14–16 treble hook. For active casting, throw 1/16 to 1/8 oz inline spinners (Panther Martin, Rooster Tail) or small spoons (Kastmaster) along drop-offs.
Rainbow Trout Profile Tips
The most commonly targeted stocked trout in the country, taken on bait, spinners, and flies alike; a common first fish for new anglers.
Recommended Tackle for Upper Frog Pond
Field-tested tackle and presentations matched to the species stocked here.
Berkley PowerBait Floating Trout Dough
Hatchery-raised trout are conditioned to pelleted scents; scented dough floated 12–18 inches off bottom consistently triggers strikes.
Panther Martin Classic Teardrop Inline Spinner
The heavy convex blade spins instantly upon retrieval, sending vibration through the water that triggers aggressive reaction bites along drop-offs.
Sliding Sinker & Treble Hook Rigging Kit
Sliding egg sinkers allow cautious trout to run with bait without feeling line drag, while size 14–16 treble hooks keep dough bait securely pinned.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Upper Frog Pond, freshest activity first.
Lower Frog Pond
0 mi1 species · 101 records
Last stocked June 2026
Upper Carters Pond
7 mi6 species · 158 records
Last stocked June 2026
Elks Country Club Pond
1 mi2 species · 78 records
Last stocked May 2026
Carters Pond
6 mi3 species · 73 records
Last stocked May 2026
Big Casino Creek Reservoir
2 mi4 species · 106 records
Last stocked August 2025
Kovacich Pond
10 mi2 species · 24 records
Last stocked May 1991
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 5, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 334 | 8.17" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 327 | 12.41" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 319 | 12.51" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 26, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 12.12" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 13.15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 339 | 12.62" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 313 | 12.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 22, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 335 | 13.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 13.57" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 13.11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 12.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 11, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 334 | 11.08" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 8.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 358 | 11.67" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 19, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 343 | 9.51" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 9, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 331 | 12.51" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 330 | 11.99" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 343 | 11.67" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 4, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 12.7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 9.09" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 12.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 3, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 12.34" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 16, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 11.91" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 1, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 21 | 14.16" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 1, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 334 | 8.43" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 335 | 13.44" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 13.11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 16, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 13.11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 29, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 8.38" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 12.98" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 11.96" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 4, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 15.02" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 4, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | 11.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 8, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 170 | 8.32" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 21, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | 12.85" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 11.99" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 18, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 335 | 13.27" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 340 | 8.61" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 12.11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 11.62" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 20, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 11.99" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 8.67" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 11.54" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 4, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 11.08" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 10, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 11.78" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 18, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 9.35" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 22, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 13.24" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 13, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 533 | 12.52" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 15, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 11.18" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 333 | 8.44" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
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Frequently asked
When was Upper Frog Pond last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Upper Frog Pond was last stocked June 5, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Upper Frog Pond?
Upper Frog Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Upper Frog Pond stocked?
Upper Frog Pond is typically stocked in spring and summer, most often in May.
How often is Upper Frog Pond stocked?
Upper Frog Pond has been stocked about 4 times a year — 102 recorded stockings between 2004 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Upper Frog Pond?
About 24,286 fish have been stocked in Upper Frog Pond across 102 recorded events since 2004, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Upper Frog Pond?
Fish stocked in Upper Frog Pond average about 12.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Upper Frog Pond?
Yes, all anglers age 16 and older generally need a valid Montana freshwater fishing license. Always review current regulations from Montana fish & wildlife agency for site-specific rules, bag limits, or stamps.
How do you catch stocked trout in Upper Frog Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Upper Frog Pond typically respond well to floating dough bait (such as PowerBait) floated 12–18 inches off bottom on light 4–6 lb leader, live nightcrawlers under a bobber, and small inline spinners or spoons retrieved along shorelines and drop-offs.