Wibaux Fish Pond Fish Stocking
Montana · 1975–2025 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Wibaux Fish Pond was last stocked April 22, 2025 with Rainbow Trout. Wibaux Fish Pond has 19 stocking records on file, spanning 1975–2025, with about 19,126 fish stocked over that period.
When Wibaux Fish Pond is stocked
Wibaux Fish Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 8 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Wibaux Fish 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 Wibaux Fish 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 Wibaux Fish Pond was last stocked April 22, 2025, 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 Wibaux Fish 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.
Bass & Panfish Approach
Target visible structure such as docks, weed lines, and fallen trees. Small 1/32 to 1/16 oz jig heads with soft plastic grubs or live worms under a float work well for crappie and bluegill; soft plastic worms or spinnerbaits work well for bass.
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.
Largemouth Bass Profile Tips
The centerpiece of American bass fishing culture, taken on everything from topwater lures to soft plastics and live bait.
Recommended Tackle for Wibaux Fish 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.
Gary Yamamoto 5-inch Custom Senko Stickbaits
The heavy salt-impregnated plastic produces a unique horizontal shimmy on the fall around weed beds, docks, and submerged timber.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Wibaux Fish Pond, freshest activity first.
Burman Pond
14 mi1 species · 49 records
Last stocked May 2025
Rattlesnake Reservoir
21 mi3 species · 8 records
Last stocked May 2025
Prairie Goat Reservoir
22 mi3 species · 8 records
Last stocked April 2019
Shaw Pond
9 mi2 species · 12 records
Last stocked September 1989
Lamesteer Reservoir
12 mi5 species · 10 records
Last stocked April 1986
Kartevold Pond
11 mi1 species · 1 records
Last stocked April 1984
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 22, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 8.25" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 23, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 7.55" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 26, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 7.51" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 28, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 638 | 9.52" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 1986 | Largemouth Bass | 500 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 16, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 1984 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 1983 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 11 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 4, 1982 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 29, 1981 | Rainbow Trout | 1,512 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 14, 1979 | Rainbow Trout | 1,560 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2, 1978 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| October 3, 1977 | Cutthroat Trout | 178 | 16" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 18, 1977 | Rainbow Trout | 1,504 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 23, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 14" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 21, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 18" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 1976 | Crappie | 25 | 10" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 28, 1975 | Rainbow Trout | 1,009 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Wibaux Fish Pond last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Wibaux Fish Pond was last stocked April 22, 2025 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Wibaux Fish Pond?
Wibaux Fish Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, Cutthroat Trout, and Crappie.
What time of year is Wibaux Fish Pond stocked?
Wibaux Fish Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Wibaux Fish Pond stocked?
Wibaux Fish Pond is stocked intermittently — 19 recorded stockings between 1975 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Wibaux Fish Pond?
About 19,126 fish have been stocked in Wibaux Fish Pond across 19 recorded events since 1975, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Wibaux Fish Pond?
Fish stocked in Wibaux Fish Pond average about 8.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Wibaux Fish 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 Wibaux Fish Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Wibaux Fish 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.