Ice House Lake Fish Stocking
Skamania County, Washington · 1995–2026 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Ice House Lake was last stocked March 30, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Ice House Lake has 192 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2026, with about 230,333 fish stocked over that period.
When Ice House Lake is stocked
Ice House Lake is typically stocked in winter, most often in January — 61 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Ice House Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Skamania County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Ice House 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 Ice House Lake was last stocked March 30, 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 Ice House 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.
Cutthroat Trout Profile Tips
Known for being relatively easy to catch on dry flies, making it a favorite of western fly anglers; many subspecies are managed under catch-and-release rules to protect native populations.
Recommended Tackle for Ice House 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 Ice House Lake, freshest activity first.
Rock Creek Lake
8 miSkamania County · 3 species · 31 records
Last stocked June 2026
Cattail Lake
2 miGrant County · 1 species · 38 records
Last stocked May 2026
Evergreen Lake
1 miGrant County · 3 species · 32 records
Last stocked April 2026
Duncan Creek
7 mi2 species · 30 records
Last stocked April 2026
Fern Lake
1 miSnohomish County · 1 species · 4 records
Last stocked September 2023
Fern Lake
1 miChelan County · 1 species · 1 records
Last stocked August 2021
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 30, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 10, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 14, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 22, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 40 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 22, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 30 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 15, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 15, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 27, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 7, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 14, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 23, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 16, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 25 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 16, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 35 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| November 13, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 25, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 4, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 2,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 19, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 11, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 15 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 11, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 30 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 24, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 3,033 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 6, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 22, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 10, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 12, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 19 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 12, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 18 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| November 28, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 22, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 7, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 31, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 25 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 20, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 22, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 15, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 6, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 9 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 6, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 25 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 14, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 7, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 29, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 28, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 1,067 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 16, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 27, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 3,038 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 16, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 25 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 16, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 5 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| November 25, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 18, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,167 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 8, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 11, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 3, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 30 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| December 3, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
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Frequently asked
When was Ice House Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Ice House Lake was last stocked March 30, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Ice House Lake?
Ice House Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Cutthroat Trout, and Brown Trout.
What time of year is Ice House Lake stocked?
Ice House Lake is typically stocked in winter, most often in January.
How often is Ice House Lake stocked?
Ice House Lake has been stocked about 6 times a year — 192 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Ice House Lake?
About 230,333 fish have been stocked in Ice House Lake across 192 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Ice House 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 Ice House Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Ice House 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.