Green River Fish Stocking
King County, Washington · 1995–2026 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Green River was last stocked June 1, 2026 with Chinook Salmon. Green River has 156 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2026, with about 24,817,486 fish stocked over that period.
When Green River is stocked
Green River is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 66 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Green River
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in King County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Green River, 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 Green River was last stocked June 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.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 Green River:
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.
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 Green River
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.
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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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Green River, freshest activity first.
Mayfield Reservoir
12 miLewis County · 5 species · 420 records
Last stocked July 2026
Green River
0 mi3 species · 236 records
Last stocked June 2026
Riffe Lake
15 miLewis County · 6 species · 227 records
Last stocked June 2026
Swofford Pond
12 miLewis County · 8 species · 191 records
Last stocked May 2026
Carlisle Lake
16 miLewis County · 4 species · 180 records
Last stocked April 2026
Silver Lake
11 miCowlitz County · 1 species · 102 records
Last stocked January 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 1, 2026 | Chinook Salmon | 821,728 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 1, 2026 | Chinook Salmon | 1,557,485 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2, 2026 | Coho Salmon | 170 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 5, 2026 | Coho Salmon | 362 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 27, 2025 | Chinook Salmon | 799,646 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 11, 2025 | Chinook Salmon | 1,509,512 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2, 2025 | Coho Salmon | 323 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 2024 | Chinook Salmon | 1,071,534 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 5, 2024 | Coho Salmon | 180 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 2024 | Chinook Salmon | 1,022,934 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 2024 | Coho Salmon | 160 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2, 2024 | Coho Salmon | 341 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 21, 2024 | Coho Salmon | 194 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 20, 2024 | Coho Salmon | 118 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 2023 | Chinook Salmon | 2,137,191 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2023 | Coho Salmon | 238 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 27, 2023 | Coho Salmon | 256 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 23, 2023 | Coho Salmon | 194 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 22, 2023 | Coho Salmon | 158 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 27, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 2,077,114 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 27, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 454 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 31, 2022 | Coho Salmon | 190 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 30, 2022 | Coho Salmon | 533 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 22, 2021 | Chinook Salmon | 2,003,244 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 25, 2021 | Coho Salmon | 197 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 1, 2020 | Chinook Salmon | 1,801,461 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 1, 2020 | Chinook Salmon | 201,043 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 20, 2020 | Coho Salmon | 228 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 12, 2020 | Coho Salmon | 150 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 17, 2019 | Chinook Salmon | 2,000,641 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2, 2019 | Coho Salmon | 186 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 5, 2019 | Coho Salmon | 196 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2018 | Coho Salmon | 190 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 7, 2017 | Coho Salmon | 67 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2017 | Coho Salmon | 90 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2015 | Steelhead | 9,922 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 2014 | Steelhead | 6,050 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 9, 2014 | Coho Salmon | 135 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 2013 | Coho Salmon | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 6, 2012 | Coho Salmon | 185 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 2012 | Steelhead | 14,990 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 30, 2011 | Steelhead | 9,997 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 2010 | Steelhead | 10,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2, 2009 | Steelhead | 10,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2009 | Steelhead | 24,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2009 | Steelhead | 174,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2009 | Steelhead | 25,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2009 | Steelhead | 52,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 2009 | Chinook Salmon | 215,169 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 2009 | Chinook Salmon | 101,231 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
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Frequently asked
When was Green River last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Green River was last stocked June 1, 2026 with Chinook Salmon.
What fish species are stocked in Green River?
Green River is stocked with Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, and Steelhead.
What time of year is Green River stocked?
Green River is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Green River stocked?
Green River has been stocked about 5 times a year — 156 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Green River?
About 24,817,486 fish have been stocked in Green River across 156 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Green River?
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 Green River?
Freshly stocked trout in Green River 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.