Fish Lake fish stocking
Chelan County, Washington
Fish Lake in Chelan County, Washington was last stocked on September 10, 2026 with 11,606 rainbow trout from Chelan Hatchery. Across the 5 years shown here, WDFW released 1,251,357 fish in 64 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in April, May, and September.
When Fish Lake gets fish
Stocking history
Washington reports the exact release date. Sizes for Washington are estimated from the reported fish-per-pound.
2026 · 238,398 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 11,606 | 6.1″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 10,800 | 6.1″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 6,400 | 6.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 9,800 | 6.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 9,800 | 6.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 70,000 | 3.1″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 25,400 | 3.2″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 24,600 | 3.2″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 52,000 | 3.1″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 300 | 12.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,620 | 9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,252 | 9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,320 | 9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,750 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,750 | 9.3″ | Catchable |
2025 · 301,492 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 2,320 | 8.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,350 | 8.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,920 | 8.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,920 | 8.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,340 | 8.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 9,900 | 6.1″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 10,800 | 6.1″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 13,500 | 6.1″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 12,600 | 6.1″ | Catchable | |
| Kokanee | 40,000 | 3″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 47,187 | 3″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 74,825 | 3″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 36,000 | 3.2″ | Fry | |
| Brown Trout | 10,000 | 4.5″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 22,330 | 3″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 500 | 12.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,250 | 9.7″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,750 | 9.3″ | Catchable |
2024 · 222,170 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 4,200 | 6.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 10,500 | 6.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 10,500 | 6.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 8,400 | 6.6″ | Catchable | |
| Kokanee | 57,620 | 3.1″ | Fry | |
| Brown Trout | 10,000 | 3.8″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 67,850 | 3.2″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 42,750 | 3.3″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,750 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,850 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,750 | 9.3″ | Catchable |
2023 · 245,580 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 19,200 | 5.5″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 18,600 | 5.5″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 68,000 | 3″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,340 | 9.2″ | Catchable | |
| Kokanee | 52,780 | 3.1″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,160 | 9.2″ | Catchable | |
| Brown Trout | 10,000 | 3.9″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 62,000 | 2.9″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,750 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,750 | 9.3″ | Catchable |
2022 · 243,717 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 15,000 | 5.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 15,000 | 5.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 54,373 | 3″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,100 | 11.3″ | Catchable | |
| Kokanee | 63,000 | 3.2″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 27,500 | 3.3″ | Fry | |
| Brown Trout | 10,000 | 3.8″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 51,944 | 3.2″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,400 | 10.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,400 | 10.8″ | Catchable |
Frequently asked questions
When was Fish Lake last stocked?
WDFW records show Fish Lake was last stocked on September 10, 2026 (4 weeks ago), with 11,606 rainbow trout.
What fish are stocked in Fish Lake?
Fish Lake has been stocked with brown trout, kokanee, and rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2026).
When does Fish Lake usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in April, May, and September. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see WDFW's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Fish Lake?
Yes, anglers generally need a valid Washington fishing license. Check the current Washington fishing regulations for seasons, limits and any special rules for Fish Lake.
Other stocked waters in Chelan County
MM-11 Lake
Swimming Deer Lake
Dry Lake
Lower Antilon Lake - South
Roses Lake
Upper Antilon Lake - North
All 75 stocked waters in Chelan County →
Source: WDFW Fish Plants (data.wa.gov). Stocked Lakes is not affiliated with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Spot a problem? Let us know.