Blue Lake fish stocking
Grant County, Washington
Blue Lake in Grant County, Washington was last stocked on May 13, 2026 with 13,000 brown trout fry and tiger trout fry from Columbia Basin Hatchery. Across the 5 years shown here, WDFW released 411,969 fish in 16 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in April, September, and October.
When Blue Lake gets fish
Stocking history
Washington reports the exact release date. Sizes for Washington are estimated from the reported fish-per-pound.
2026 · 13,000 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 7,500 | 2.7″ | Fry | |
| Tiger Trout | 5,500 | 2.6″ | Fry |
2025 · 65,523 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 52,523 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Brown Trout | 7,500 | 2.8″ | Fry | |
| Tiger Trout | 5,500 | 2.8″ | Fry |
2024 · 57,892 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 53,392 | 9.4″ | Catchable | |
| Tiger Trout | 4,500 | 2.7″ | Fry |
2023 · 84,886 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiger Trout | 14,256 | 4.7″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 53,120 | 9.2″ | Catchable | |
| Tiger Trout | 6,000 | 2.7″ | Fry | |
| Brown Trout | 8,900 | 2.7″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,610 | 9.4″ | Catchable |
2022 · 190,668 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 5,596 | 8.3″ | Catchable | |
| Brown Trout | 6,051 | 3″ | Fry | |
| Tiger Trout | 3,001 | 2.7″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 176,020 | 2.7″ | Fry |
Frequently asked questions
When was Blue Lake last stocked?
WDFW records show Blue Lake was last stocked on May 13, 2026 (about 5 months ago), with 13,000 brown trout fry and tiger trout fry.
What fish are stocked in Blue Lake?
Blue Lake has been stocked with brown trout, rainbow trout, and tiger trout in the years shown here (2022–2026).
When does Blue Lake usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in April, September, and October. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see WDFW's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Blue Lake?
Yes, anglers generally need a valid Washington fishing license. Check the current Washington fishing regulations for seasons, limits and any special rules for Blue Lake.
Other stocked waters in Grant County
Banks Lake
Hatchery Creek
Moses Lake
Billy Clapp Lake
Potholes Reservoir
Deep Lake
All 76 stocked waters in Grant 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.