Dusty Lake Fish Stocking
Grant County, Washington · 1995–2026 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Dusty Lake was last stocked May 12, 2026 with Tiger Trout. Dusty Lake has 79 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2026, with about 284,552 fish stocked over that period.
When Dusty Lake is stocked
Dusty Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 51 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Dusty Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Grant County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Dusty 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 Dusty Lake was last stocked May 12, 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 Dusty 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.
Tiger Trout Profile Tips
Known for hitting lures and flies aggressively; a favorite for anglers seeking a distinctive, hard-fighting stocked trout.
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 Dusty 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.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Dusty Lake, freshest activity first.
Cliff Lake
0 miGrant County · 1 species · 32 records
Last stocked May 2026
Cup Lake
1 miGrant County · 1 species · 31 records
Last stocked May 2026
Dot Lake
1 miGrant County · 1 species · 10 records
Last stocked May 2026
Crystal Lake
1 miGrant County · 1 species · 32 records
Last stocked May 2026
Quincy Lake
1 miGrant County · 1 species · 47 records
Last stocked April 2026
Martha Lake
6 miGrant County · 1 species · 41 records
Last stocked April 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2026 | Tiger Trout | 2,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 12, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 12, 2026 | Brown Trout | 2,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 14, 2025 | Tiger Trout | 2,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 14, 2025 | Brown Trout | 2,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 14, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 2024 | Tiger Trout | 2,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 30, 2024 | Brown Trout | 2,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 2,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 2023 | Brown Trout | 1,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 2022 | Brown Trout | 1,207 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 2022 | Tiger Trout | 2,216 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 2021 | Brown Trout | 1,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 2021 | Tiger Trout | 2,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 2020 | Tiger Trout | 1,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 2020 | Brown Trout | 1,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 2019 | Brown Trout | 1,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 3,034 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 2019 | Tiger Trout | 1,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 11, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 3,015 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 11, 2018 | Brown Trout | 1,206 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 11, 2018 | Tiger Trout | 1,215 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 3,021 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 2017 | Tiger Trout | 1,206 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 2017 | Brown Trout | 1,210 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 3,040 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 14, 2016 | Brown Trout | 1,205 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 14, 2016 | Tiger Trout | 1,207 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 2015 | Tiger Trout | 1,515 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 5,544 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 2015 | Brown Trout | 1,673 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 2, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 5,512 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 2, 2014 | Tiger Trout | 1,512 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 2, 2014 | Brown Trout | 1,651 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 5,518 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 2013 | Brown Trout | 1,725 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 2012 | Brown Trout | 1,684 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 2012 | Tiger Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 6,060 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 2011 | Brown Trout | 1,656 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 2011 | Tiger Trout | 1,503 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 9,520 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 24, 2010 | Brown Trout | 1,026 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 24, 2010 | Tiger Trout | 1,008 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 30, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 9,298 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
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Frequently asked
When was Dusty Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Dusty Lake was last stocked May 12, 2026 with Tiger Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Dusty Lake?
Dusty Lake is stocked with Tiger Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Brown Trout.
What time of year is Dusty Lake stocked?
Dusty Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Dusty Lake stocked?
Dusty Lake has been stocked about 2 times a year — 79 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Dusty Lake?
About 284,552 fish have been stocked in Dusty Lake across 79 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Dusty 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 Dusty Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Dusty 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.