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Clear Lake Fish Stocking

Spokane County, Washington · 1995–2026 on record

Source: Washington fish & wildlife agency· updated 2026-05-11

According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Clear Lake was last stocked May 11, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Clear Lake has 466 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2026, with about 5,242,664 fish stocked over that period.

May 11, 2026
Last stocked
5,242,664
Fish stocked
4
Species
466
Stocking records

When Clear Lake is stocked

Clear Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in October — 149 stocking events in that peak month.

How Clear Lake's stockings spread across the calendar year.

Angler's Field Guide

Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Clear Lake

Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Spokane County, Washington.

Post-Plant Behavior & Timing

Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Clear 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 Clear Lake was last stocked May 11, 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 Clear 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.

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.

Brown Trout Profile Tips

Known for being wary and selective, brown trout are a prized target for fly anglers, especially larger, nocturnal-feeding fish.

Recommended Tackle for Clear Lake

Field-tested tackle and presentations matched to the species stocked here.

Hatchery Trout FavoriteBerkley

Berkley PowerBait Floating Trout Dough

Hatchery-raised trout are conditioned to pelleted scents; scented dough floated 12–18 inches off bottom consistently triggers strikes.

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Top Casting LurePanther Martin

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.

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Essential RiggingEagle Claw

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 Clear Lake, freshest activity first.

Chapman Lake

11 mi

Spokane County · 2 species · 52 records

Last stocked May 2026

Sprague Lake

14 mi

Adams County · 8 species · 256 records

Last stocked May 2026

Long Lake

11 mi

Spokane County · 2 species · 83 records

Last stocked May 2026

Williams Lake

6 mi

Spokane County · 3 species · 235 records

Last stocked May 2026

Amber Lake

5 mi

Spokane County · 2 species · 54 records

Last stocked May 2026

Badger Lake

8 mi

Spokane County · 3 species · 157 records

Last stocked May 2026

Stocking history

Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.

DateSpeciesNumberSource
May 11, 2026Rainbow Trout20,001Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 8, 2026Rainbow Trout576Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 8, 2026Rainbow Trout1,928Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 8, 2026Rainbow Trout6,000Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 12, 2026Rainbow Trout6,531Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 12, 2026Rainbow Trout2,469Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 6, 2026Rainbow Trout350Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 3, 2026Rainbow Trout2,362Washington fish & wildlife agency
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DateSpeciesNumberSource
March 3, 2026Rainbow Trout7,768Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 3, 2026Brown Trout9,000Washington fish & wildlife agency
October 23, 2025Rainbow Trout16,968Washington fish & wildlife agency
October 23, 2025Rainbow Trout9,037Washington fish & wildlife agency
October 7, 2025Tiger Trout2,850Washington fish & wildlife agency
October 2, 2025Brown Trout42,340Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 15, 2025Rainbow Trout20,055Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 9, 2025Rainbow Trout7,418Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 9, 2025Rainbow Trout599Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 9, 2025Rainbow Trout2,000Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 10, 2025Rainbow Trout10,000Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 6, 2025Rainbow Trout2,805Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 6, 2025Rainbow Trout6,195Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 5, 2025Brown Trout9,010Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 5, 2025Rainbow Trout350Washington fish & wildlife agency
October 16, 2024Tiger Trout10,017Washington fish & wildlife agency
October 8, 2024Brown Trout1,105Washington fish & wildlife agency
October 3, 2024Rainbow Trout9,352Washington fish & wildlife agency
October 3, 2024Rainbow Trout16,650Washington fish & wildlife agency
June 3, 2024Rainbow Trout20,003Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 13, 2024Rainbow Trout650Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 13, 2024Rainbow Trout2,000Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 10, 2024Rainbow Trout6,039Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 25, 2024Rainbow Trout9,000Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 15, 2024Rainbow Trout400Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 12, 2024Brown Trout9,003Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 11, 2024Rainbow Trout7,747Washington fish & wildlife agency
October 26, 2023Rainbow Trout1,653Washington fish & wildlife agency
October 18, 2023Rainbow Trout19,847Washington fish & wildlife agency
October 18, 2023Rainbow Trout4,500Washington fish & wildlife agency
October 11, 2023Tiger Trout10,008Washington fish & wildlife agency
October 4, 2023Brown Trout12,017Washington fish & wildlife agency
October 4, 2023Brown Trout30,806Washington fish & wildlife agency
June 9, 2023Rainbow Trout20,079Washington fish & wildlife agency
June 2, 2023Rainbow Trout9Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 5, 2023Rainbow Trout300Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 5, 2023Rainbow Trout1,102Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 5, 2023Rainbow Trout5,093Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 5, 2023Rainbow Trout300Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 29, 2023Rainbow Trout16Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 29, 2023Rainbow Trout234Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 27, 2023Rainbow Trout8,000Washington fish & wildlife agency

The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.

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Frequently asked

When was Clear Lake last stocked?

According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Clear Lake was last stocked May 11, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.

What fish species are stocked in Clear Lake?

Clear Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Tiger Trout, and Lake Trout.

What time of year is Clear Lake stocked?

Clear Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in October.

How often is Clear Lake stocked?

Clear Lake has been stocked about 15 times a year — 466 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2026.

How many fish have been stocked in Clear Lake?

About 5,242,664 fish have been stocked in Clear Lake across 466 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.

Do you need a fishing license to fish Clear 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 Clear Lake?

Freshly stocked trout in Clear 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.

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