Cady Lake Fish Stocking
Mason County, Washington · 1995–2026 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Cady Lake was last stocked May 1, 2026 with Kokanee. Cady Lake has 75 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2026, with about 93,745 fish stocked over that period.
When Cady Lake is stocked
Cady Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 17 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Cady Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Mason County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Cady 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 Cady Lake was last stocked May 1, 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 Cady 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.
Kokanee & Salmon Tactics
Troll small dodgers followed by micro-hoochies or wedding ring spinners tipped with shoepeg corn. Use downriggers or lead-core line to reach cooler thermocline depths (typically 20–50 ft in summer).
Kokanee Profile Tips
Usually caught by trolling small lures or bait behind flashers at depth; a major fall spectacle when spawning runs turn red in tributary streams.
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 Cady 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.
Mack's Lure Classic Wedding Ring Spinner
A classic Western trolling lure designed to be tipped with shoepeg corn and run behind a dodger in deep thermoclines.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Cady Lake, freshest activity first.
Robbins Lake
1 miMason County · 2 species · 86 records
Last stocked May 2026
Aldrich Lake
2 miMason County · 2 species · 94 records
Last stocked May 2026
Wood Lake
2 miMason County · 2 species · 61 records
Last stocked May 2026
Jiggs Lake
3 miMason County · 2 species · 48 records
Last stocked May 2026
Wildberry Lake
3 miMason County · 2 species · 61 records
Last stocked May 2026
U Lake
1 miMason County · 2 species · 10 records
Last stocked May 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2026 | Kokanee | 10,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 28, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 12, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 25, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 22, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 16, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 400 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,755 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2025 | Kokanee | 10,110 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 22, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 101 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 7, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 50 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 5, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 23, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 26, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,840 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 26, 2024 | Kokanee | 10,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 1, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 7, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 111 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 26, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 205 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 31, 2023 | Kokanee | 10,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 20, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 16, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 27, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 150 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 27, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 25, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 21, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 11, 2022 | Cutthroat Trout | 130 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 29, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 14, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 17, 2020 | Cutthroat Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 12, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 80 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 30, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 110 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 27, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 75 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 7, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 4, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 1, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 22, 2017 | Cutthroat Trout | 76 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 29, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 75 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 25, 2017 | Cutthroat Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 29, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 25, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 10, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 8, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 110 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 20, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 9, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 19, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 120 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 29, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 20 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 7, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 15 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
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Frequently asked
When was Cady Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Cady Lake was last stocked May 1, 2026 with Kokanee.
What fish species are stocked in Cady Lake?
Cady Lake is stocked with Kokanee, Cutthroat Trout, and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Cady Lake stocked?
Cady Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Cady Lake stocked?
Cady Lake has been stocked about 2 times a year — 75 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Cady Lake?
About 93,745 fish have been stocked in Cady Lake across 75 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Cady 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 Cady Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Cady 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.