Deception Lake Fish Stocking
Pend Oreille County, Washington · 1997–2024 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Deception Lake was last stocked May 31, 2024 with Rainbow Trout. Deception Lake has 9 stocking records on file, spanning 1997–2024, with about 8,441 fish stocked over that period.
When Deception Lake is stocked
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Deception Lake, freshest activity first.
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By species
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 7, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 5, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 18, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 513 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 510 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 4, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 2,016 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 9, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 1,512 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
Show 1 more stocking record →
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 9, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 1,890 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Deception Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Deception Lake was last stocked May 31, 2024 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Deception Lake?
Deception Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout.
How often is Deception Lake stocked?
Deception Lake is stocked intermittently — 9 recorded stockings between 1997 and 2024.
How many fish have been stocked in Deception Lake?
About 8,441 fish have been stocked in Deception Lake across 9 recorded events since 1997, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.