Kern River, Section 5 Fish Stocking
Kern, Tulare County, California · 2024–2026 on record
According to California CDFW — Fish Planting Schedule, Kern River, Section 5 was last stocked Week of July 12, 2026 with Trout (unspecified). Kern River, Section 5 has 44 stocking records on file, spanning 2024–2026.
When Kern River, Section 5 is stocked
Kern River, Section 5 is typically stocked in winter and spring, most often in January — 6 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Kern River, Section 5, freshest activity first.
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Tule River South Fork, Middle Fork #2
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Last stocked June 2026
By species
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Week of July 12, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of June 28, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of June 7, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of May 31, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of May 10, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of May 3, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of April 26, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of April 19, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
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| Date | Species | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Week of April 5, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of March 22, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of March 8, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of February 22, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of February 1, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of January 18, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of January 4, 2026 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of December 14, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of November 30, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of November 2, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of July 6, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of June 15, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of June 1, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of May 18, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of May 11, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of May 4, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of April 27, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of April 13, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of April 6, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of March 30, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of March 9, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of February 23, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of February 16, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of February 9, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of January 26, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of January 19, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of January 12, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of January 5, 2025 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of December 15, 2024 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of December 1, 2024 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of November 24, 2024 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of November 3, 2024 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of October 27, 2024 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of October 6, 2024 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of September 22, 2024 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
| Week of September 8, 2024 | Trout (unspecified) | California CDFW |
The reporting agency did not include fish counts or sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Kern River, Section 5 last stocked?
According to California CDFW — Fish Planting Schedule, Kern River, Section 5 was last stocked Week of July 12, 2026 with Trout (unspecified).
What fish species are stocked in Kern River, Section 5?
Kern River, Section 5 is stocked with Trout (unspecified).
What time of year is Kern River, Section 5 stocked?
Kern River, Section 5 is typically stocked in winter and spring, most often in January.
How often is Kern River, Section 5 stocked?
Kern River, Section 5 has been stocked about 15 times a year — 44 recorded stockings between 2024 and 2026.