Cassidy Lake Fish Stocking
Snohomish County, Washington · 1995–2026 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Cassidy Lake was last stocked March 16, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Cassidy Lake has 68 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2026, with about 189,932 fish stocked over that period.
When Cassidy Lake is stocked
Cassidy Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in March — 39 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Cassidy Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Snohomish County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Cassidy 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 Cassidy Lake was last stocked March 16, 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 Cassidy 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.
Bass & Panfish Approach
Target visible structure such as docks, weed lines, and fallen trees. Small 1/32 to 1/16 oz jig heads with soft plastic grubs or live worms under a float work well for crappie and bluegill; soft plastic worms or spinnerbaits work well for bass.
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.
Steelhead Profile Tips
A prized winter and spring fishery in both states, known for powerful, sustained fights.
Recommended Tackle for Cassidy 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.
Gary Yamamoto 5-inch Custom Senko Stickbaits
The heavy salt-impregnated plastic produces a unique horizontal shimmy on the fall around weed beds, docks, and submerged timber.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Cassidy Lake, freshest activity first.
Lake Stevens
3 miSnohomish County · 3 species · 171 records
Last stocked April 2026
Snohomish River
6 miSnohomish County · 1 species · 25 records
Last stocked April 2026
Bosworth Lake
6 miSnohomish County · 3 species · 102 records
Last stocked April 2026
Allen Creek
3 mi1 species · 5 records
Last stocked April 2024
Catherine Creek
4 miSnohomish County · 1 species · 15 records
Last stocked April 2024
Panther Creek
5 miSnohomish County · 1 species · 19 records
Last stocked April 2023
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 16, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 12, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,807 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 11, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,750 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 12, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 3,519 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 22, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,430 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 20, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,072 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 23, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,596 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 22, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,876 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 10, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 10, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 2,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 11, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,380 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 11, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 2,130 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 19, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,439 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 18, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 2,095 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 2, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,378 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 1, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 2,121 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 7, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 1,360 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 6, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 2,115 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 2, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 3,483 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 16, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 3,370 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 16, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 130 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 1, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 459 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 19, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 3,523 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 25, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 459 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 17, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 672 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 17, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 2,898 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 459 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 21, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 1,005 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 441 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 19, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 442 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 24, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 6,030 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 9, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 446 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 23, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 6,006 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 503 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 25, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 6,045 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 576 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 21, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 194 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 14, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 467 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 23, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 702 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 9, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 4,285 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 9, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 1,764 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 2006 | Steelhead | 25,020 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 386 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 24, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 580 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 11, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 6,084 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 394 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 25, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 592 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 29, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 6,004 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 19, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 603 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 23, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 6,052 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
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Frequently asked
When was Cassidy Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Cassidy Lake was last stocked March 16, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Cassidy Lake?
Cassidy Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Steelhead, and Black Crappie.
What time of year is Cassidy Lake stocked?
Cassidy Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in March.
How often is Cassidy Lake stocked?
Cassidy Lake has been stocked about 2 times a year — 68 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Cassidy Lake?
About 189,932 fish have been stocked in Cassidy Lake across 68 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Cassidy 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 Cassidy Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Cassidy 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.