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Golf Course Pond Fish Stocking

Asotin County, Washington · 1995–2026 on record

Source: Washington fish & wildlife agency· updated 2026-05-20

According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Golf Course Pond was last stocked May 20, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Golf Course Pond has 321 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2026, with about 569,993 fish stocked over that period.

May 20, 2026
Last stocked
569,993
Fish stocked
1
Species
321
Stocking records

When Golf Course Pond is stocked

Golf Course Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in March — 83 stocking events in that peak month.

How Golf Course Pond's stockings spread across the calendar year.

Angler's Field Guide

Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Golf Course Pond

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

Post-Plant Behavior & Timing

Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Golf Course Pond, 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 Golf Course Pond was last stocked May 20, 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 Golf Course Pond:

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.

Recommended Tackle for Golf Course Pond

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 Golf Course Pond, freshest activity first.

Big Soos Creek

King County · 3 species · 804 records

Last stocked July 2026

Mineral Lake

Lewis County · 3 species · 525 records

Last stocked July 2026

Minter Creek

Kitsap County · 4 species · 651 records

Last stocked July 2026

Fork Creek

Pacific County · 4 species · 561 records

Last stocked June 2026

Lewis River North Fork

Cowlitz County · 4 species · 1360 records

Last stocked June 2026

Klineline Pond

Clark County · 4 species · 561 records

Last stocked June 2026

Stocking history

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

DateSpeciesNumberSource
May 20, 2026Rainbow Trout2,550Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 20, 2026Rainbow Trout495Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 20, 2026Rainbow Trout100Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 17, 2026Rainbow Trout2,550Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 31, 2026Rainbow Trout2,550Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 10, 2026Rainbow Trout200Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 10, 2026Rainbow Trout2,080Washington fish & wildlife agency
February 17, 2026Rainbow Trout3,100Washington fish & wildlife agency
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DateSpeciesNumberSource
May 28, 2025Rainbow Trout665Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 7, 2025Rainbow Trout2,550Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 25, 2025Rainbow Trout2,500Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 18, 2025Rainbow Trout100Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 4, 2025Rainbow Trout2,550Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 1, 2025Rainbow Trout100Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 18, 2025Rainbow Trout2,550Washington fish & wildlife agency
February 25, 2025Rainbow Trout100Washington fish & wildlife agency
February 25, 2025Rainbow Trout2,600Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 29, 2024Rainbow Trout2,350Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 24, 2024Rainbow Trout441Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 8, 2024Rainbow Trout2,550Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 29, 2024Rainbow Trout2,550Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 11, 2024Rainbow Trout100Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 8, 2024Rainbow Trout2,550Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 11, 2024Rainbow Trout100Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 11, 2024Rainbow Trout2,340Washington fish & wildlife agency
February 20, 2024Rainbow Trout100Washington fish & wildlife agency
February 20, 2024Rainbow Trout2,496Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 31, 2023Rainbow Trout2,550Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 2, 2023Rainbow Trout2,650Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 19, 2023Rainbow Trout1,650Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 19, 2023Rainbow Trout50Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 6, 2023Rainbow Trout1,722Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 6, 2023Rainbow Trout75Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 21, 2023Rainbow Trout50Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 14, 2023Rainbow Trout25Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 14, 2023Rainbow Trout2,640Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 13, 2023Rainbow Trout50Washington fish & wildlife agency
February 28, 2023Rainbow Trout100Washington fish & wildlife agency
February 17, 2023Rainbow Trout50Washington fish & wildlife agency
February 17, 2023Rainbow Trout2,860Washington fish & wildlife agency
June 27, 2022Rainbow Trout2,550Washington fish & wildlife agency
June 2, 2022Rainbow Trout445Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 25, 2022Rainbow Trout1,950Washington fish & wildlife agency
May 6, 2022Rainbow Trout3,050Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 29, 2022Rainbow Trout3,050Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 27, 2022Rainbow Trout75Washington fish & wildlife agency
April 19, 2022Rainbow Trout100Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 21, 2022Rainbow Trout50Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 16, 2022Rainbow Trout25Washington fish & wildlife agency
March 16, 2022Rainbow Trout2,750Washington fish & wildlife agency

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

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Frequently asked

When was Golf Course Pond last stocked?

According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Golf Course Pond was last stocked May 20, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.

What fish species are stocked in Golf Course Pond?

Golf Course Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout.

What time of year is Golf Course Pond stocked?

Golf Course Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in March.

How often is Golf Course Pond stocked?

Golf Course Pond has been stocked about 10 times a year — 321 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2026.

How many fish have been stocked in Golf Course Pond?

About 569,993 fish have been stocked in Golf Course Pond across 321 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.

Do you need a fishing license to fish Golf Course Pond?

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 Golf Course Pond?

Freshly stocked trout in Golf Course Pond 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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