Battle Ground Lake Fish Stocking
Clark County, Washington · 1995–2026 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Battle Ground Lake was last stocked May 20, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Battle Ground Lake has 546 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2026, with about 2,175,591 fish stocked over that period.
When Battle Ground Lake is stocked
Battle Ground Lake is typically stocked in winter and spring, most often in April — 93 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Battle Ground Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Clark County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Battle Ground Lake, they typically congregate in schools near public access points, boat ramps, or inlets for the first 24 to 48 hours while adjusting to natural water conditions.
Since Battle Ground Lake was last stocked May 20, 2026, anglers visiting within 1 to 2 weeks of a reported event generally experience the highest activity before fish disperse into deeper cover.
State Regulations & Licensing
- •Fishing License: A valid Washington freshwater fishing license is required for anglers age 16 and older.Purchase Washington license online →
- •Official Rules & Limits: Bag limits, bait restrictions, and seasonal boundaries are set by Washington fish & wildlife agency.Official Washington regulations guidebook →
- •Ethical Conservation: Use barbless hooks and keep fish submerged in water during unhooking.Trout Thermal Advisory: When water temperatures rise above 68°F (20°C), released trout face severe mortality from thermal exhaustion. Target warmwater species or fish early in the morning when lakes and streams warm up.
Recommended Tackle & Presentations
Techniques tailored to the species stocked in Battle Ground Lake:
Stocked Trout Tactics
Use light 4–6 lb monofilament or fluorocarbon line. Float scented dough bait (PowerBait) 12–18" off bottom using a sliding slip-sinker rig with a size 14–16 treble hook. For active casting, throw 1/16 to 1/8 oz inline spinners (Panther Martin, Rooster Tail) or small spoons (Kastmaster) along drop-offs.
Rainbow Trout Profile Tips
The most commonly targeted stocked trout in the country, taken on bait, spinners, and flies alike; a common first fish for new anglers.
Cutthroat Trout Profile Tips
Known for being relatively easy to catch on dry flies, making it a favorite of western fly anglers; many subspecies are managed under catch-and-release rules to protect native populations.
Recommended Tackle for Battle Ground Lake
Field-tested tackle and presentations matched to the species stocked here.
Berkley PowerBait Floating Trout Dough
Hatchery-raised trout are conditioned to pelleted scents; scented dough floated 12–18 inches off bottom consistently triggers strikes.
Panther Martin Classic Teardrop Inline Spinner
The heavy convex blade spins instantly upon retrieval, sending vibration through the water that triggers aggressive reaction bites along drop-offs.
Sliding Sinker & Treble Hook Rigging Kit
Sliding egg sinkers allow cautious trout to run with bait without feeling line drag, while size 14–16 treble hooks keep dough bait securely pinned.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Battle Ground Lake, freshest activity first.
Lake Merwin
12 miCowlitz County · 7 species · 251 records
Last stocked July 2026
Weaver Creek
5 miMason County · 1 species · 87 records
Last stocked April 2026
Whipple Creek
13 miClark County · 1 species · 3 records
Last stocked June 2025
Burnt Bridge Creek
13 mi1 species · 27 records
Last stocked April 2025
Brezee Creek
9 mi2 species · 16 records
Last stocked May 2023
Star Creek
13 miSnohomish County · 1 species · 8 records
Last stocked June 2018
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 4,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 12, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 7, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 26, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 23, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 9, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 24, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 11, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 27, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 13, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 12, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 19, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 125 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 19, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 75 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 8, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| November 21, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 27, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 48 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 5,120 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 19, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 8, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 4, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 25, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 19, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 14, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 25, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 18, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 11, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,750 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 28, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 14, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 10, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 26, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 125 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 26, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 75 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 23, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 10, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| November 22, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 6, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,900 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 28, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,345 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 28, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 15 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 6, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 10, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 26, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 26, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 12, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 11, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,549 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 23, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 14, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 13, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
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Frequently asked
When was Battle Ground Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Battle Ground Lake was last stocked May 20, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Battle Ground Lake?
Battle Ground Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Steelhead, and Brook Trout.
What time of year is Battle Ground Lake stocked?
Battle Ground Lake is typically stocked in winter and spring, most often in April.
How often is Battle Ground Lake stocked?
Battle Ground Lake has been stocked about 17 times a year — 546 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Battle Ground Lake?
About 2,175,591 fish have been stocked in Battle Ground Lake across 546 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Battle Ground Lake?
Yes, all anglers age 16 and older generally need a valid Washington freshwater fishing license. Always review current regulations from Washington fish & wildlife agency for site-specific rules, bag limits, or stamps.
How do you catch stocked trout in Battle Ground Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Battle Ground Lake typically respond well to floating dough bait (such as PowerBait) floated 12–18 inches off bottom on light 4–6 lb leader, live nightcrawlers under a bobber, and small inline spinners or spoons retrieved along shorelines and drop-offs.