Hall Lake Fish Stocking
Snohomish County, Washington · 1999–2025 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Hall Lake was last stocked March 27, 2025 with Coho Salmon. Hall Lake has 43 stocking records on file, spanning 1999–2025, with about 637,425 fish stocked over that period.
When Hall Lake is stocked
Hall Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 23 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Hall Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Snohomish County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Hall 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 Hall Lake was last stocked March 27, 2025, 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 Hall Lake:
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).
Coho Salmon Profile Tips
A popular fall target in Washington's rivers and marine waters.
Chinook Salmon Profile Tips
A major sport and tribal fishery in Washington; trolled or jigged in Montana's larger reservoirs.
Recommended Tackle for Hall Lake
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 Hall Lake, freshest activity first.
Martha Lake
4 miSnohomish County · 3 species · 112 records
Last stocked May 2026
Martha Lake
4 miSnohomish County · 4 species · 104 records
Last stocked May 2026
Bitter Lake
6 miKing County · 2 species · 37 records
Last stocked April 2026
Haller Lake
6 miKing County · 1 species · 30 records
Last stocked April 2026
Stickney Lake
5 miSnohomish County · 2 species · 40 records
Last stocked April 2026
Shell Creek
3 miKing County · 2 species · 50 records
Last stocked April 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 27, 2025 | Coho Salmon | 25,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 29, 2024 | Coho Salmon | 25,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 21, 2024 | Coho Salmon | 538 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 27, 2023 | Coho Salmon | 29,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 27, 2023 | Coho Salmon | 687 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 24, 2022 | Coho Salmon | 14,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 18, 2022 | Coho Salmon | 5,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 10, 2022 | Coho Salmon | 5,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
Show 35 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 31, 2022 | Coho Salmon | 5,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 21, 2022 | Coho Salmon | 135 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 16, 2021 | Coho Salmon | 8,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 1, 2021 | Coho Salmon | 10,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 23, 2021 | Coho Salmon | 10,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 23, 2020 | Coho Salmon | 9,550 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 17, 2020 | Coho Salmon | 10,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 9, 2020 | Coho Salmon | 10,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 2019 | Coho Salmon | 12,900 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 2019 | Coho Salmon | 6,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2, 2019 | Coho Salmon | 120 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 30, 2019 | Coho Salmon | 9,800 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 23, 2019 | Coho Salmon | 6,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 16, 2019 | Coho Salmon | 8,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 10, 2019 | Coho Salmon | 6,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 7, 2019 | Coho Salmon | 6,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 4, 2019 | Coho Salmon | 5,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 28, 2019 | Coho Salmon | 180 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 27, 2019 | Coho Salmon | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 14, 2018 | Coho Salmon | 4,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 7, 2018 | Coho Salmon | 20,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 29, 2018 | Coho Salmon | 5,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2, 2017 | Coho Salmon | 20,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 1, 2016 | Coho Salmon | 29,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 19, 2015 | Coho Salmon | 30,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 3, 2015 | Coho Salmon | 215 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 2014 | Coho Salmon | 30,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 22, 2013 | Coho Salmon | 30,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 12, 2012 | Coho Salmon | 29,700 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 2011 | Coho Salmon | 29,700 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 1, 2009 | Coho Salmon | 20,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2004 | Coho Salmon | 35,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 27, 2003 | Coho Salmon | 29,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 14, 1999 | Coho Salmon | 39,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 7, 1999 | Chinook Salmon | 58,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Hall Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Hall Lake was last stocked March 27, 2025 with Coho Salmon.
What fish species are stocked in Hall Lake?
Hall Lake is stocked with Coho Salmon and Chinook Salmon.
What time of year is Hall Lake stocked?
Hall Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Hall Lake stocked?
Hall Lake has been stocked about 2 times a year — 43 recorded stockings between 1999 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Hall Lake?
About 637,425 fish have been stocked in Hall Lake across 43 recorded events since 1999, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Hall 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.