Omak Creek Fish Stocking
Okanogan County, Washington · 1998–2025 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Omak Creek was last stocked April 11, 2025 with Steelhead. Omak Creek has 34 stocking records on file, spanning 1998–2025, with about 589,868 fish stocked over that period.
When Omak Creek is stocked
Omak Creek is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 25 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Omak Creek
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Okanogan County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Omak Creek, 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 Omak Creek was last stocked April 11, 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 Omak Creek:
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.
Steelhead Profile Tips
A prized winter and spring fishery in both states, known for powerful, sustained fights.
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.
Recommended Tackle for Omak Creek
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 Omak Creek, freshest activity first.
Green Lake
7 miOkanogan County · 2 species · 56 records
Last stocked July 2026
Rat Lake
14 miOkanogan County · 3 species · 90 records
Last stocked July 2026
Buzzard Lake
10 miOkanogan County · 1 species · 53 records
Last stocked June 2026
Patterson Lake
6 miOkanogan County · 6 species · 143 records
Last stocked June 2026
Conconully Lake
15 miOkanogan County · 3 species · 289 records
Last stocked May 2026
Conconully Reservoir
16 miOkanogan County · 3 species · 277 records
Last stocked May 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 11, 2025 | Steelhead | 12,566 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 12, 2024 | Steelhead | 12,564 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 11, 2023 | Steelhead | 12,648 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 8, 2022 | Steelhead | 2,063 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 8, 2022 | Steelhead | 21,512 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 8, 2022 | Steelhead | 1,247 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 14, 2021 | Steelhead | 10,011 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 17, 2020 | Steelhead | 9,542 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
Show 26 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 17, 2020 | Steelhead | 9,969 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 17, 2020 | Steelhead | 13,616 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 9, 2019 | Steelhead | 9,067 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 9, 2019 | Steelhead | 10,931 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 25, 2018 | Steelhead | 22,225 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2017 | Steelhead | 4,487 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2017 | Steelhead | 4,104 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 28, 2017 | Steelhead | 7,425 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 19, 2016 | Steelhead | 9,591 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 18, 2016 | Steelhead | 11,972 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 18, 2016 | Steelhead | 11,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 2015 | Steelhead | 9,884 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 2015 | Steelhead | 10,200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 2014 | Steelhead | 26,144 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 17, 2012 | Steelhead | 21,385 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 25, 2005 | Steelhead | 10,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 29, 2004 | Steelhead | 9,855 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 5, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 200,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2003 | Steelhead | 25,110 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2002 | Steelhead | 20,520 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 1, 2001 | Steelhead | 6,840 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 30, 2001 | Steelhead | 13,110 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 5, 2000 | Steelhead | 19,440 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 10, 1999 | Steelhead | 5,600 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 3, 1999 | Steelhead | 5,035 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 28, 1998 | Steelhead | 10,005 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Omak Creek last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Omak Creek was last stocked April 11, 2025 with Steelhead.
What fish species are stocked in Omak Creek?
Omak Creek is stocked with Steelhead and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Omak Creek stocked?
Omak Creek is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Omak Creek stocked?
Omak Creek has been stocked about 1 times a year — 34 recorded stockings between 1998 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Omak Creek?
About 589,868 fish have been stocked in Omak Creek across 34 recorded events since 1998, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Omak Creek?
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 Omak Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Omak Creek 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.