Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond Fish Stocking
Montana · 1971–2008 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond was last stocked June 3, 2008 with Rainbow Trout. Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond has 44 stocking records on file, spanning 1971–2008, with about 51,301 fish stocked over that period.
When Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond is stocked
Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 25 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Wolf Mountain Lookout 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 Wolf Mountain Lookout 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 Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond was last stocked June 3, 2008, 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 Wolf Mountain Lookout 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.
Cutthroat Trout Profile Tips
Known for being relatively easy to catch on dry flies, making it a favorite of western fly anglers; many subspecies are managed under catch-and-release rules to protect native populations.
Recommended Tackle for Wolf Mountain Lookout 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 Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond, freshest activity first.
Brown Reservoir
3 mi1 species · 11 records
Last stocked August 2023
Jeffers Pond
14 mi1 species · 3 records
Last stocked July 1999
Spear-o Reservoir
7 mi1 species · 11 records
Last stocked April 1999
Brown Pond
8 mi2 species · 12 records
Last stocked June 1988
Halfway Reservoir
14 mi1 species · 2 records
Last stocked June 1987
Lafever Pond
13 mi1 species · 28 records
Last stocked May 1978
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 3, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | 6.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 26 | 11" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 5.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 6, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 5.92" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 6, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 10 | 9.52" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 23, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 5.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 18, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 36 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 3, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 550 | 6.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 19, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 24, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 28, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 562 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 25, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 513 | 7" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 28, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 18, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | 15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 18, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 17, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 25,000 | 6.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 17, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 17, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| April 17, 1990 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | 15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 6.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 15" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 1, 1988 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 8.6" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 1, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 323 | 12.3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 1, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 477 | 10.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 11, 1985 | Cutthroat Trout | 400 | 12" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 11, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 350 | 10" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 1984 | Cutthroat Trout | 565 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 1984 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 1984 | Cutthroat Trout | 25 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 7, 1983 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| May 6, 1980 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 6, 1979 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 1978 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 13, 1977 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 1, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 12" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 1, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 7, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 7, 1975 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 1974 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 1973 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| June 26, 1972 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 13" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 1, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond was last stocked June 3, 2008 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond?
Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond stocked?
Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond stocked?
Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond is stocked intermittently — 44 recorded stockings between 1971 and 2008.
How many fish have been stocked in Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond?
About 51,301 fish have been stocked in Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond across 44 recorded events since 1971, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond?
Fish stocked in Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond average about 8.7 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Wolf Mountain Lookout 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 Wolf Mountain Lookout Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Wolf Mountain Lookout 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.