Long Lake fish stocking
Thurston County, Washington
Long Lake in Thurston County, Washington was last stocked on April 23, 2026 with 3,500 rainbow trout from Eells Springs. Across the 5 years shown here, WDFW released 128,242 fish in 41 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in March, April, and May.
When Long Lake gets fish
Stocking history
Washington reports the exact release date. Sizes for Washington are estimated from the reported fish-per-pound.
2026 · 18,112 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 3,500 | 9.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,500 | 9.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 904 | 11.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 7,208 | 9.7″ | Catchable |
2025 · 23,545 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 1,004 | 14.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,315 | 9.7″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,005 | 10.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,398 | 9.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,375 | 9.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,380 | 9.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 923 | 12.4″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 7,145 | 9.3″ | Catchable |
2024 · 28,797 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 1,005 | 13.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,254 | 9.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,869 | 9.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,381 | 9.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,404 | 9.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,410 | 9.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,389 | 9.4″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 910 | 10.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 7,175 | 9.2″ | Catchable |
2023 · 28,007 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 1,015 | 13.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 9.4″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,495 | 9.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 6,765 | 9.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,381 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,380 | 9.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,575 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,626 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 770 | 12.6″ | Catchable |
2022 · 29,781 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 1,010 | 13.7″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,355 | 9.4″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,901 | 9.4″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,380 | 9.7″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,380 | 9.4″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,382 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,388 | 9.4″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 770 | 12.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 7,215 | 9.5″ | Catchable |
Frequently asked questions
When was Long Lake last stocked?
WDFW records show Long Lake was last stocked on April 23, 2026 (about 5 months ago), with 3,500 rainbow trout.
What fish are stocked in Long Lake?
Long Lake has been stocked with rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2026).
When does Long Lake 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 Long Lake?
Yes, anglers generally need a valid Washington fishing license. Check the current Washington fishing regulations for seasons, limits and any special rules for Long Lake.
Other stocked waters in Thurston County
Lake St Clair
Lake Lawrence
Ward Lake
Summit Lake
Longs Pond
Offutt Lake
All 16 stocked waters in Thurston 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.