Beehive Reservoir Fish Stocking
Chelan County, Washington · 1995–2026 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Beehive Reservoir was last stocked April 8, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Beehive Reservoir has 201 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2026, with about 596,422 fish stocked over that period.
When Beehive Reservoir is stocked
Beehive Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 79 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Beehive Reservoir
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Chelan County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Beehive Reservoir, 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 Beehive Reservoir was last stocked April 8, 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 Beehive Reservoir:
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.
Brook Trout Profile Tips
A favorite of high-country and small-stream anglers; often more willing to strike than brown or rainbow trout in the same water.
Recommended Tackle for Beehive Reservoir
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 Beehive Reservoir, freshest activity first.
Clara Lake
2 miMason County · 2 species · 100 records
Last stocked May 2026
Naneum Pond
7 miKittitas County · 2 species · 99 records
Last stocked May 2026
Upper Wheeler Reservoir
3 miChelan County · 2 species · 23 records
Last stocked May 2026
Wenatchee River
10 miChelan County · 4 species · 533 records
Last stocked April 2026
Clear Lake
5 miChelan County · 5 species · 125 records
Last stocked April 2026
Lily Lake
5 miChelan County · 3 species · 127 records
Last stocked March 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 8, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 8, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 2,650 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 4,050 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 27, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 27, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,750 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 27, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 4,050 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 26, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,750 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 26, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,750 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 18, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 3,520 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 18, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 3,750 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 18, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 17, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 3,520 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 17, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 350 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 16, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 4,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 25, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 83 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 24, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 20 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 19, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,750 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 19, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 5,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 16, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 3,125 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 16, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,750 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 4,250 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 4,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 3,175 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 3,900 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 3,900 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 2023 | Brook Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 3,900 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 4,125 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 11, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2022 | Brook Trout | 2,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,820 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 11, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 11, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 11, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,171 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,960 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 30 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,800 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 3, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 2021 | Brook Trout | 2,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 23, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 900 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 3,520 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,540 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2020 | Brook Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 30, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 3,206 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 24, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,519 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
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Frequently asked
When was Beehive Reservoir last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Beehive Reservoir was last stocked April 8, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Beehive Reservoir?
Beehive Reservoir is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, Tiger Trout, and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Beehive Reservoir stocked?
Beehive Reservoir is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Beehive Reservoir stocked?
Beehive Reservoir has been stocked about 6 times a year — 201 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Beehive Reservoir?
About 596,422 fish have been stocked in Beehive Reservoir across 201 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Beehive Reservoir?
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 Beehive Reservoir?
Freshly stocked trout in Beehive Reservoir 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.