Long Lake Fish Stocking
Lewis County, Washington · 1995–2025 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Long Lake was last stocked August 5, 2025 with Brown Trout. Long Lake has 30 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2025, with about 21,931 fish stocked over that period.
When Long Lake is stocked
Long Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 16 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Long Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Lewis County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Long 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 Long Lake was last stocked August 5, 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.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 Long 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.
Brown Trout Profile Tips
Known for being wary and selective, brown trout are a prized target for fly anglers, especially larger, nocturnal-feeding fish.
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 Long 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 Long Lake, freshest activity first.
Art Lake
10 miLewis County · 1 species · 27 records
Last stocked August 2025
Fizrenken Lake
7 miLewis County · 1 species · 14 records
Last stocked September 2024
Watch Lake
9 miLewis County · 1 species · 13 records
Last stocked September 2024
Willame Lake
2 miLewis County · 2 species · 18 records
Last stocked August 2024
Cora Lake
6 miLewis County · 2 species · 12 records
Last stocked November 2023
Bertha May Lake
8 miLewis County · 2 species · 13 records
Last stocked November 2023
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 5, 2025 | Brown Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 18, 2024 | Brown Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 27, 2022 | Brown Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 17, 2021 | Brown Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 8, 2020 | Brown Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 12, 2019 | Brown Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 2017 | Brown Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 9, 2016 | Brown Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
Show 22 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 10, 2015 | Brown Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 23, 2014 | Brown Trout | 813 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 13, 2013 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,235 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 26, 2013 | Brown Trout | 750 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 10, 2012 | Brown Trout | 1,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| August 10, 2011 | Brown Trout | 945 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 2010 | Brown Trout | 665 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 13, 2009 | Brown Trout | 510 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 29, 2008 | Brown Trout | 506 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 10, 2007 | Brown Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 24, 2006 | Brown Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 2005 | Brown Trout | 400 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 29, 2004 | Brown Trout | 504 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| August 4, 2003 | Brown Trout | 506 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 2002 | Brown Trout | 506 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 25, 2001 | Brown Trout | 384 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 18, 2000 | Brown Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| August 9, 1999 | Brown Trout | 523 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 10, 1998 | Brown Trout | 645 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 25, 1997 | Brown Trout | 525 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 8, 1996 | Brown Trout | 510 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 11, 1995 | Brown Trout | 504 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Long Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Long Lake was last stocked August 5, 2025 with Brown Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Long Lake?
Long Lake is stocked with Brown Trout and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Long Lake stocked?
Long Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Long Lake stocked?
Long Lake is stocked intermittently — 30 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Long Lake?
About 21,931 fish have been stocked in Long Lake across 30 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Long 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 Long Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Long 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.