Clark Creek Fish Stocking
Skagit County, Washington · 2019–2019 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Clark Creek was last stocked June 4, 2019 with Chinook Salmon. Clark Creek has 4 stocking records on file, spanning 2019–2019, with about 674,000 fish stocked over that period.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Clark Creek
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Skagit County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Clark 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 Clark Creek was last stocked June 4, 2019, 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.
Recommended Tackle & Presentations
Techniques tailored to the species stocked in Clark Creek:
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).
Chinook Salmon Profile Tips
A major sport and tribal fishery in Washington; trolled or jigged in Montana's larger reservoirs.
Recommended Tackle for Clark Creek
Field-tested tackle and presentations matched to the species stocked here.
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.
Aluminum Fishing Pliers with Braid Cutters
Safely removes hooks, pinches split-shot sinkers, and cleanly snips braided, mono, and fluorocarbon lines.
Plano Waterproof Utility Tackle Box Tray (3600)
Keeps terminal tackle, weights, and spinners dry and corrosion-free with customizable compartments.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Clark Creek, freshest activity first.
Cowlitz River
7 miLewis County · 5 species · 2642 records
Last stocked May 2026
Lake Sacajawea
4 miCowlitz County · 5 species · 339 records
Last stocked May 2026
Toutle River South Fork
10 mi1 species · 35 records
Last stocked April 2026
Davis Creek
9 miPacific County · 1 species · 4 records
Last stocked April 2026
Cowlitz River
7 miLewis County · 4 species · 98 records
Last stocked April 2024
Delameter Creek
7 mi1 species · 10 records
Last stocked March 2020
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 4, 2019 | Chinook Salmon | 206,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 2019 | Chinook Salmon | 77,100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 2019 | Chinook Salmon | 185,100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 2019 | Chinook Salmon | 205,800 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Clark Creek last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Clark Creek was last stocked June 4, 2019 with Chinook Salmon.
What fish species are stocked in Clark Creek?
Clark Creek is stocked with Chinook Salmon.
How often is Clark Creek stocked?
Clark Creek has been stocked about 4 times a year — 4 recorded stockings between 2019 and 2019.
How many fish have been stocked in Clark Creek?
About 674,000 fish have been stocked in Clark Creek across 4 recorded events since 2019, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Clark 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.