Friday Creek Fish Stocking
Skagit County, Washington · 1995–2026 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Friday Creek was last stocked May 1, 2026 with Chinook Salmon. Friday Creek has 236 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2026, with about 85,172,143 fish stocked over that period.
When Friday Creek is stocked
Friday Creek is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 206 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Friday 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 Friday 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 Friday Creek was last stocked May 1, 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.
Recommended Tackle & Presentations
Techniques tailored to the species stocked in Friday 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.
Coho Salmon Profile Tips
A popular fall target in Washington's rivers and marine waters.
Recommended Tackle for Friday 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 Friday Creek, freshest activity first.
Cain Lake
7 miWhatcom County · 2 species · 54 records
Last stocked April 2026
Samish Lake
8 miWhatcom County · 3 species · 64 records
Last stocked November 2025
Samish River
6 miSkagit County · 4 species · 82 records
Last stocked May 2025
Turner Creek
8 miSkagit County · 1 species · 3 records
Last stocked March 2022
Squires Lake
7 miWhatcom County · 1 species · 5 records
Last stocked May 2018
Indian Slough
9 miSkagit County · 1 species · 13 records
Last stocked February 2007
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2026 | Chinook Salmon | 1,700,849 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2026 | Chinook Salmon | 189,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2026 | Chinook Salmon | 204,202 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2026 | Chinook Salmon | 204,093 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2026 | Chinook Salmon | 189,788 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2026 | Chinook Salmon | 181,153 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2026 | Chinook Salmon | 236,350 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2025 | Chinook Salmon | 40,695 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2025 | Chinook Salmon | 1,323,189 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2025 | Chinook Salmon | 2,033,506 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2025 | Chinook Salmon | 40,079 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 2024 | Chinook Salmon | 11,266 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 2024 | Chinook Salmon | 216,153 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 2024 | Chinook Salmon | 205,386 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 2024 | Chinook Salmon | 193,714 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 2024 | Chinook Salmon | 201,009 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 2024 | Chinook Salmon | 81,520 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 2024 | Chinook Salmon | 187,396 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 2024 | Chinook Salmon | 205,155 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 2024 | Chinook Salmon | 184,213 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 2024 | Chinook Salmon | 1,940,722 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2023 | Chinook Salmon | 223,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2023 | Chinook Salmon | 141,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2023 | Chinook Salmon | 233,300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2023 | Chinook Salmon | 219,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2023 | Chinook Salmon | 73,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2023 | Chinook Salmon | 422,700 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 2023 | Chinook Salmon | 99,343 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 2023 | Chinook Salmon | 1,500,769 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 2023 | Chinook Salmon | 99,988 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 182,792 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 182,928 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 421,356 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 104,203 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 11,977 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 64,180 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 213,946 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 138,043 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 138,055 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 224,285 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 97,173 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 37,909 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 1,348,969 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 126,408 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 105,350 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2021 | Chinook Salmon | 360,785 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2021 | Chinook Salmon | 329,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2021 | Chinook Salmon | 378,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2021 | Chinook Salmon | 57,053 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2021 | Chinook Salmon | 364,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
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Frequently asked
When was Friday Creek last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Friday Creek was last stocked May 1, 2026 with Chinook Salmon.
What fish species are stocked in Friday Creek?
Friday Creek is stocked with Chinook Salmon and Coho Salmon.
What time of year is Friday Creek stocked?
Friday Creek is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Friday Creek stocked?
Friday Creek has been stocked about 7 times a year — 236 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Friday Creek?
About 85,172,143 fish have been stocked in Friday Creek across 236 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Friday 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.