Lake Sacajawea fish stocking
Cowlitz County, Washington
Lake Sacajawea in Cowlitz County, Washington was last stocked on May 6, 2026 with 2,700 brown trout from Mossyrock Hatchery. Across the 5 years shown here, WDFW released 91,755 fish in 56 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in March, April, and December.
When Lake Sacajawea gets fish
Stocking history
Washington reports the exact release date. Sizes for Washington are estimated from the reported fish-per-pound.
2026 · 15,920 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 2,700 | 9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,500 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 30 | 24.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 50 | 18.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,640 | 9.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,825 | 8.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,175 | 9.3″ | Catchable |
2025 · 13,620 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 8.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 35 | 21.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 40 | 27.1″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 15 | 18.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 30 | 27.1″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 10″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9″ | Catchable |
2024 · 20,046 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 35 | 21.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 25 | 27.1″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 12.6″ | Catchable | |
| Brown Trout | 1,800 | 8.7″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,640 | 9.4″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 60 | 24.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,970 | 9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,016 | 9.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.3″ | Catchable |
2023 · 18,745 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 500 | 15.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 35 | 21.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 20 | 27.1″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 40 | 24.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 150 | 18.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,500 | 8.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.3″ | Catchable |
2022 · 23,424 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 15 | 27.1″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 35 | 21.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 666 | 14.5″ | Catchable | |
| Brown Trout | 2,000 | 8.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 30 | 23.7″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 45 | 18.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,080 | 8.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,661 | 9.7″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,970 | 9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,709 | 9.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,600 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,513 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 100 | 27.1″ | Catchable |
Frequently asked questions
When was Lake Sacajawea last stocked?
WDFW records show Lake Sacajawea was last stocked on May 6, 2026 (about 5 months ago), with 2,700 brown trout.
What fish are stocked in Lake Sacajawea?
Lake Sacajawea has been stocked with brown trout and rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2026).
When does Lake Sacajawea usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in March, April, and December. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see WDFW's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Lake Sacajawea?
Yes, anglers generally need a valid Washington fishing license. Check the current Washington fishing regulations for seasons, limits and any special rules for Lake Sacajawea.
Other stocked waters in Cowlitz County
Lake Merwin
Horseshoe Lake
Kress Lake
Cowlitz River
Silver Lake
Merrill Lake
All 7 stocked waters in Cowlitz 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.