Merrill Lake Fish Stocking
Cowlitz County, Washington · 1995–2023 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Merrill Lake was last stocked October 4, 2023 with Brown Trout. Merrill Lake has 22 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2023, with about 98,911 fish stocked over that period.
When Merrill Lake is stocked
Merrill Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 7 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Merrill Lake, freshest activity first.
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Pup Creek
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Indian George Creek
12 mi1 species · 3 records
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Muddy River
15 mi2 species · 10 records
Last stocked August 2017
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 4, 2023 | Brown Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| August 27, 2020 | Brown Trout | 2,326 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| August 27, 2018 | Brown Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 24, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 20, 2017 | Brown Trout | 3,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 13, 2015 | Brown Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 28, 2014 | Brown Trout | 3,810 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 18, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 224 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 5, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 2,145 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 12, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 224 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 12, 2011 | Brook Trout | 10,018 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 17, 2010 | Brown Trout | 2,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 24, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 224 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 21, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 224 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 27, 2007 | Brown Trout | 14,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 6, 2004 | Brown Trout | 2,081 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 12, 2001 | Brown Trout | 3,336 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2, 2001 | Brown Trout | 8,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 1997 | Brown Trout | 2,970 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| August 5, 1996 | Brown Trout | 27,769 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 1995 | Brown Trout | 3,500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 24, 1995 | Brown Trout | 3,560 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Merrill Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Merrill Lake was last stocked October 4, 2023 with Brown Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Merrill Lake?
Merrill Lake is stocked with Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Brook Trout.
What time of year is Merrill Lake stocked?
Merrill Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Merrill Lake stocked?
Merrill Lake is stocked intermittently — 22 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2023.
How many fish have been stocked in Merrill Lake?
About 98,911 fish have been stocked in Merrill Lake across 22 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.