Lake Whatcom fish stocking
Whatcom County, Washington
Lake Whatcom in Whatcom County, Washington was last stocked on May 1, 2026 with 293,020 kokanee fry from Lk Whatcom Hatchery. Across the 5 years shown here, WDFW released 21,984,875 fish in 85 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in March, April, and May.
When Lake Whatcom gets fish
Stocking history
Washington reports the exact release date.
2026 · 4,373,020 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kokanee | 293,020 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 320,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 320,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 640,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 240,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 640,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 160,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 320,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 320,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 320,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 320,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 320,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 160,000 | — | Fry |
2025 · 4,217,665 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kokanee | 547,665 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 440,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 220,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 220,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 220,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 220,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 220,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 330,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 330,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 210,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 210,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 420,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 420,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 210,000 | — | Fry |
2024 · 4,471,490 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kokanee | 475,490 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 216,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 216,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 216,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 432,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 216,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 216,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 108,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 216,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 216,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 216,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 432,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 432,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 216,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 216,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 216,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 216,000 | — | Fry |
2023 · 4,389,000 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kokanee | 1,336,500 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 220,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 220,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 220,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 440,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 110,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 110,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 110,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 110,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 110,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 110,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 82,500 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 110,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 110,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 110,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 110,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 110,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 110,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 110,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 440,000 | — | Fry |
2022 · 4,533,700 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kokanee | 837,700 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 224,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 112,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 112,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 112,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 224,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 224,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 224,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 224,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 224,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 224,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 224,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 224,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 112,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 112,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 224,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 224,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 112,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 112,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 224,000 | — | Fry | |
| Kokanee | 224,000 | — | Fry |
Frequently asked questions
When was Lake Whatcom last stocked?
WDFW records show Lake Whatcom was last stocked on May 1, 2026 (about 5 months ago), with 293,020 kokanee fry.
What fish are stocked in Lake Whatcom?
Lake Whatcom has been stocked with kokanee in the years shown here (2022–2026).
When does Lake Whatcom usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in March, April, and May. 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 Whatcom?
Yes, anglers generally need a valid Washington fishing license. Check the current Washington fishing regulations for seasons, limits and any special rules for Lake Whatcom.
Other stocked waters in Whatcom County
Lost Hidden Lake
Fishtrap Creek
Lake Fazon
Whatcom Creek
Lake Padden
Silver Lake 01
All 29 stocked waters in Whatcom 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.