West Fork Madison River Fish Stocking
Montana · 1931–1960 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, West Fork Madison River was last stocked July 8, 1960 with Rainbow Trout. West Fork Madison River has 24 stocking records on file, spanning 1931–1960, with about 541,610 fish stocked over that period.
When West Fork Madison River is stocked
West Fork Madison River is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 18 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
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Gnome Lake
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Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 8, 1960 | Rainbow Trout | 2,090 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 8, 1960 | Rainbow Trout | 2,090 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 13, 1959 | Rainbow Trout | 2,007 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 13, 1959 | Rainbow Trout | 2,007 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 20, 1956 | Rainbow Trout | 1,103 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 20, 1956 | Rainbow Trout | 1,103 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 19, 1956 | Rainbow Trout | 850 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 19, 1956 | Rainbow Trout | 850 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 16 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 28, 1955 | Rainbow Trout | 1,414 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 28, 1955 | Rainbow Trout | 1,414 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 26, 1955 | Rainbow Trout | 1,045 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 26, 1955 | Rainbow Trout | 1,045 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1954 | Rainbow Trout | 2,118 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1954 | Rainbow Trout | 2,118 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1954 | Rainbow Trout | 2,028 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 22, 1954 | Rainbow Trout | 2,028 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 26, 1948 | Rainbow Trout | 25,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 26, 1948 | Rainbow Trout | 25,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 20, 1932 | Cutthroat Trout | 80,500 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 20, 1932 | Cutthroat Trout | 80,500 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 20, 1932 | Cutthroat Trout | 80,500 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 18, 1932 | Cutthroat Trout | 80,500 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 18, 1932 | Cutthroat Trout | 80,500 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 28, 1931 | Cutthroat Trout | 63,800 | 0 | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was West Fork Madison River last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, West Fork Madison River was last stocked July 8, 1960 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in West Fork Madison River?
West Fork Madison River is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is West Fork Madison River stocked?
West Fork Madison River is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is West Fork Madison River stocked?
West Fork Madison River is stocked intermittently — 24 recorded stockings between 1931 and 1960.
How many fish have been stocked in West Fork Madison River?
About 541,610 fish have been stocked in West Fork Madison River across 24 recorded events since 1931, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in West Fork Madison River?
Fish stocked in West Fork Madison River average about 1.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.