Jumpoff Joe Lake Fish Stocking
Stevens County, Washington · 1995–2026 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Jumpoff Joe Lake was last stocked April 2, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Jumpoff Joe Lake has 158 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2026, with about 592,345 fish stocked over that period.
When Jumpoff Joe Lake is stocked
Jumpoff Joe Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in March — 63 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Jumpoff Joe Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Stevens County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Jumpoff Joe 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 Jumpoff Joe Lake was last stocked April 2, 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 Jumpoff Joe 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.
Brown Trout Profile Tips
Known for being wary and selective, brown trout are a prized target for fly anglers, especially larger, nocturnal-feeding fish.
Recommended Tackle for Jumpoff Joe 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 Jumpoff Joe Lake, freshest activity first.
Spring Creek
16 miKlickitat County · 1 species · 29 records
Last stocked July 2026
Loon Lake
7 miStevens County · 5 species · 162 records
Last stocked June 2026
Deer Lake
5 miStevens County · 5 species · 305 records
Last stocked May 2026
Fan Lake
14 miPend Oreille County · 1 species · 34 records
Last stocked March 2026
Waitts Lake
6 miStevens County · 4 species · 234 records
Last stocked March 2026
Eloika Lake
16 miSpokane County · 2 species · 36 records
Last stocked March 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,950 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 13, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 2,988 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 10, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 3, 2026 | Brown Trout | 7,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| November 19, 2025 | Brown Trout | 180 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 23, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 10,008 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2, 2025 | Brown Trout | 5,010 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 19, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 5,002 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 18, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 18, 2025 | Brown Trout | 6,731 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 18, 2025 | Brown Trout | 774 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 25, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 10,008 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 21, 2024 | Brown Trout | 450 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 10, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 4,848 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 3, 2024 | Brown Trout | 7,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 18, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| November 20, 2023 | Brown Trout | 350 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 18, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 5,003 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 5, 2023 | Brown Trout | 4,990 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 4,567 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 4, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 28, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,526 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 28, 2023 | Brown Trout | 7,505 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 28, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 2,475 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 24, 2022 | Brown Trout | 350 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 19, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,714 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 19, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 2,295 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 7, 2022 | Brown Trout | 5,014 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 21, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 3,049 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 21, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 21, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,655 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 11, 2022 | Brown Trout | 839 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 11, 2022 | Brown Trout | 6,669 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 29, 2021 | Brown Trout | 350 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 27, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 1,338 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 27, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 8,543 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 8, 2021 | Brown Trout | 5,856 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 22, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 5,003 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 17, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 16, 2021 | Brown Trout | 7,505 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| November 5, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 5,014 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 9, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 10,117 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 6, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 4,502 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 27, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 23, 2020 | Brown Trout | 7,501 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| November 12, 2019 | Brown Trout | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| November 12, 2019 | Brown Trout | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 2,320 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 4, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 3, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
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Frequently asked
When was Jumpoff Joe Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Jumpoff Joe Lake was last stocked April 2, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Jumpoff Joe Lake?
Jumpoff Joe Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, and Brook Trout.
What time of year is Jumpoff Joe Lake stocked?
Jumpoff Joe Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in March.
How often is Jumpoff Joe Lake stocked?
Jumpoff Joe Lake has been stocked about 5 times a year — 158 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Jumpoff Joe Lake?
About 592,345 fish have been stocked in Jumpoff Joe Lake across 158 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Jumpoff Joe 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 Jumpoff Joe Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Jumpoff Joe 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.