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Finch Creek Fish Stocking

Mason County, Washington · 1995–2026 on record

Source: Washington fish & wildlife agency· updated 2026-06-02

According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Finch Creek was last stocked June 2, 2026 with Chinook Salmon. Finch Creek has 394 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2026, with about 504,935,353 fish stocked over that period.

June 2, 2026
Last stocked
504,935,353
Fish stocked
4
Species
394
Stocking records

When Finch Creek is stocked

Finch Creek is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 176 stocking events in that peak month.

How Finch Creek's stockings spread across the calendar year.

Angler's Field Guide

Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Finch Creek

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

Post-Plant Behavior & Timing

Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Finch 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 Finch Creek was last stocked June 2, 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

Recommended Tackle & Presentations

Techniques tailored to the species stocked in Finch 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.

Chum Salmon Profile Tips

A significant fall fishery in Washington's Puget Sound tributaries.

Recommended Tackle for Finch Creek

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

Kokanee & Salmon FavoriteMack's Lure

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.

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Aluminum Fishing Pliers with Braid Cutters

Safely removes hooks, pinches split-shot sinkers, and cleanly snips braided, mono, and fluorocarbon lines.

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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 Finch Creek, freshest activity first.

Lake Kokanee

3 mi

Mason County · 3 species · 115 records

Last stocked July 2026

Robbins Lake

3 mi

Mason County · 2 species · 86 records

Last stocked May 2026

Aldrich Lake

3 mi

Mason County · 2 species · 94 records

Last stocked May 2026

Wildberry Lake

3 mi

Mason County · 2 species · 61 records

Last stocked May 2026

Wood Lake

3 mi

Mason County · 2 species · 61 records

Last stocked May 2026

Jiggs Lake

5 mi

Mason County · 2 species · 48 records

Last stocked May 2026

Stocking history

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

DateSpeciesNumberSource
June 2, 2026Chinook Salmon103,158Washington fish & wildlife agency
June 2, 2026Chinook Salmon1,033,813Washington fish & wildlife agency
June 2, 2026Chinook Salmon1,001,741Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 11, 2026Chinook Salmon288,083Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 11, 2026Chinook Salmon540,778Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 11, 2026Chinook Salmon102,067Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 30, 2026Chinook Salmon102,400Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 1, 2026Chum4,544,111Washington fish & wildlife agency
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DateSpeciesNumberSource
April 1, 2026Chum4,046,590Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 1, 2026Chum4,544,710Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 24, 2026Pink538,275Washington fish & wildlife agency
August 1, 2025Chinook Salmon50,539Washington fish & wildlife agency
August 1, 2025Chinook Salmon50,516Washington fish & wildlife agency
June 30, 2025Chinook Salmon857,845Washington fish & wildlife agency
June 30, 2025Chinook Salmon101,919Washington fish & wildlife agency
June 5, 2025Chinook Salmon101,463Washington fish & wildlife agency
June 5, 2025Chinook Salmon1,072,093Washington fish & wildlife agency
June 5, 2025Chinook Salmon1,131,714Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 21, 2025Chinook Salmon102,179Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 7, 2025Chum5,122,672Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 1, 2025Chum4,616,727Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 1, 2025Chum5,115,192Washington fish & wildlife agency
August 1, 2024Chinook Salmon50,736Washington fish & wildlife agency
August 1, 2024Chinook Salmon50,757Washington fish & wildlife agency
July 11, 2024Chinook Salmon101,851Washington fish & wildlife agency
June 14, 2024Chinook Salmon975,617Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 20, 2024Chinook Salmon659,730Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 20, 2024Chinook Salmon727,779Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 20, 2024Chinook Salmon293,980Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 20, 2024Chinook Salmon157,357Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 20, 2024Chinook Salmon101,318Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 15, 2024Chinook Salmon101,624Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 3, 2024Pink530,599Washington fish & wildlife agency
December 26, 2023Chinook Salmon89,667Washington fish & wildlife agency
December 26, 2023Chinook Salmon18,366Washington fish & wildlife agency
August 1, 2023Chinook Salmon101,834Washington fish & wildlife agency
June 15, 2023Chinook Salmon910,867Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 30, 2023Chinook Salmon1,016,761Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 30, 2023Chinook Salmon101,918Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 30, 2023Chinook Salmon341,361Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 30, 2023Chinook Salmon584,634Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 17, 2023Chinook Salmon81,460Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 17, 2023Chinook Salmon16,332Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 14, 2023Chinook Salmon101,780Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 11, 2023Chum4,982,218Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 11, 2023Chum4,945,775Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 1, 2023Chum4,987,325Washington fish & wildlife agency
December 27, 2022Chinook Salmon9,103Washington fish & wildlife agency
December 27, 2022Chinook Salmon1,864Washington fish & wildlife agency
August 1, 2022Chinook Salmon102,370Washington fish & wildlife agency

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

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Frequently asked

When was Finch Creek last stocked?

According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Finch Creek was last stocked June 2, 2026 with Chinook Salmon.

What fish species are stocked in Finch Creek?

Finch Creek is stocked with Chinook Salmon, Chum, Pink, and Coho Salmon.

What time of year is Finch Creek stocked?

Finch Creek is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.

How often is Finch Creek stocked?

Finch Creek has been stocked about 12 times a year — 394 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2026.

How many fish have been stocked in Finch Creek?

About 504,935,353 fish have been stocked in Finch Creek across 394 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.

Do you need a fishing license to fish Finch 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.

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