Canyon Creek Fish Stocking
Clark County, Washington · 1997–2024 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Canyon Creek was last stocked May 22, 2024 with Rainbow Trout. Canyon Creek has 41 stocking records on file, spanning 1997–2024, with about 107,237 fish stocked over that period.
When Canyon Creek is stocked
Canyon Creek is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 25 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Canyon Creek
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 Canyon Creek, 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 Canyon Creek was last stocked May 22, 2024, 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 Canyon Creek:
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.
Recommended Tackle for Canyon Creek
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 Canyon Creek, freshest activity first.
Hatchery Creek
6 miGrant County · 4 species · 324 records
Last stocked June 2026
Horseshoe Lake
5 miCowlitz County · 4 species · 350 records
Last stocked May 2026
Canyon Creek
0 miWhatcom County · 1 species · 9 records
Last stocked April 2026
Kalama River
7 mi3 species · 728 records
Last stocked April 2026
Hatchery Lake
6 miMason County · 2 species · 38 records
Last stocked April 2026
Canyon Creek
0 miWhatcom County · 1 species · 1 records
Last stocked April 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 21, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 213 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 2,342 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
Show 33 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 3,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 23, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 2,277 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 2,987 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 3,008 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 1, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 1, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 2, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 1,526 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 2, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 29, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 3,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 1, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 31, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 1, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 3,537 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 1, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 3,499 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 1, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 3,100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 2003 | Rainbow Trout | 3,547 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 31, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 1,980 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 31, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 3,532 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 29, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 2,452 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 29, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 2,522 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 5, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 1,800 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 1,625 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 3,675 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 15, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 996 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 29, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 4,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 4,519 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Canyon Creek last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Canyon Creek was last stocked May 22, 2024 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Canyon Creek?
Canyon Creek is stocked with Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Canyon Creek stocked?
Canyon Creek is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Canyon Creek stocked?
Canyon Creek has been stocked about 1 times a year — 41 recorded stockings between 1997 and 2024.
How many fish have been stocked in Canyon Creek?
About 107,237 fish have been stocked in Canyon Creek across 41 recorded events since 1997, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Canyon Creek?
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 Canyon Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Canyon Creek 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.