Lake Chelan Fish Stocking
Chelan County, Washington · 2003–2026 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Lake Chelan was last stocked May 27, 2026 with Cutthroat Trout. Lake Chelan has 17 stocking records on file, spanning 2003–2026, with about 104,477 fish stocked over that period.
When Lake Chelan is stocked
Lake Chelan is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 11 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Lake Chelan, freshest activity first.
Wapato Lake
12 miChelan County · 4 species · 149 records
Last stocked June 2026
Lake Chelan
0 miChelan County · 3 species · 41 records
Last stocked May 2026
Roses Lake
13 miChelan County · 6 species · 223 records
Last stocked May 2026
Antilon Lake North
10 miChelan County · 2 species · 13 records
Last stocked April 2026
Antilon Lake South
10 miChelan County · 4 species · 62 records
Last stocked April 2026
Dry Lake
12 miChelan County · 3 species · 31 records
Last stocked September 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 11,745 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 2026 | Cutthroat Trout | 22,620 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 18, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 10,260 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 17, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 11,340 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 9, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 13,396 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 12,960 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 18, 2024 | Cutthroat Trout | 8,195 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 74 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 25 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 12,960 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 11, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 6, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 22 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 6, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 9, 2003 | Rainbow Trout | 30 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Lake Chelan last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Lake Chelan was last stocked May 27, 2026 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Lake Chelan?
Lake Chelan is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Lake Chelan stocked?
Lake Chelan is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Lake Chelan stocked?
Lake Chelan is stocked intermittently — 17 recorded stockings between 2003 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Lake Chelan?
About 104,477 fish have been stocked in Lake Chelan across 17 recorded events since 2003, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.