Grandy Lake Fish Stocking
Skagit County, Washington · 2008–2026 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Grandy Lake was last stocked May 7, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Grandy Lake has 67 stocking records on file, spanning 2008–2026, with about 146,701 fish stocked over that period.
When Grandy Lake is stocked
Grandy Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 19 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Grandy Lake
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 Grandy 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 Grandy Lake was last stocked May 7, 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 Grandy 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.
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 Grandy 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 Grandy Lake, freshest activity first.
Gee Point Lake
10 miSkagit County · 1 species · 11 records
Last stocked June 2026
Lake Shannon
4 miSkagit County · 3 species · 171 records
Last stocked May 2026
Vogler Lake
1 miSkagit County · 1 species · 45 records
Last stocked March 2026
Cooper Creek
6 miClallam County · 1 species · 17 records
Last stocked June 2024
Boyd Creek
6 miWhatcom County · 1 species · 39 records
Last stocked May 2023
Stilwell Lake
10 miSkagit County · 1 species · 6 records
Last stocked August 2022
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,700 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 17, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,700 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,320 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 10, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 17, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,320 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 9, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,024 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 26, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 5, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,050 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 14, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 12, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 278 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,540 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 5, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,116 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 15, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,016 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| November 18, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,680 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 2,024 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 15, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 2,075 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 7, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 900 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 2, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,995 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 6, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 2,121 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 17, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 2,004 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 31, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 306 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,540 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 16, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 2,002 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 18, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 10, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 580 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,600 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 26, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 20, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 27, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 1,188 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 18, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 10, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 4, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 4, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 110 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 30, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 974 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 23, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 23, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 22, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 16, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 10, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 225 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 2, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 62,186 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 24, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 589 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 11, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 12, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 243 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 29, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
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Frequently asked
When was Grandy Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Grandy Lake was last stocked May 7, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Grandy Lake?
Grandy Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Grandy Lake stocked?
Grandy Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Grandy Lake stocked?
Grandy Lake has been stocked about 4 times a year — 67 recorded stockings between 2008 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Grandy Lake?
About 146,701 fish have been stocked in Grandy Lake across 67 recorded events since 2008, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Grandy 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 Grandy Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Grandy 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.