Rock Creek Lake Fish Stocking
Skamania County, Washington · 1995–2026 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Rock Creek Lake was last stocked June 9, 2026 with Brook Trout. Rock Creek Lake has 31 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2026, with about 30,905 fish stocked over that period.
When Rock Creek Lake is stocked
Rock Creek Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in June — 14 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Rock Creek Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Skamania County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Rock Creek 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 Rock Creek Lake was last stocked June 9, 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 Rock Creek 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.
Brook Trout Profile Tips
A favorite of high-country and small-stream anglers; often more willing to strike than brown or rainbow trout in the same water.
Steelhead Profile Tips
A prized winter and spring fishery in both states, known for powerful, sustained fights.
Recommended Tackle for Rock Creek 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 Rock Creek Lake, freshest activity first.
Cattail Lake
8 miGrant County · 1 species · 38 records
Last stocked May 2026
Evergreen Lake
8 miGrant County · 3 species · 32 records
Last stocked April 2026
Duncan Creek
9 mi2 species · 30 records
Last stocked April 2026
Ice House Lake
8 miSkamania County · 3 species · 192 records
Last stocked March 2026
Soda Peaks Lake
9 miSkamania County · 2 species · 28 records
Last stocked October 2025
Fern Lake
8 miSnohomish County · 1 species · 4 records
Last stocked September 2023
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 9, 2026 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 30, 2025 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 17, 2024 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 21, 2022 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 2022 | Steelhead | 20,018 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 1, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 28, 2021 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 2020 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
Show 23 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 18, 2019 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 2018 | Brook Trout | 150 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 7, 2017 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 1, 2016 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 2015 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 28, 2014 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 28, 2013 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 15, 2012 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 2011 | Brook Trout | 610 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| August 11, 2010 | Brook Trout | 437 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 2009 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 10, 2008 | Brook Trout | 305 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 21, 2007 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 13, 2005 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 19, 2004 | Brook Trout | 312 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 2003 | Brook Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 11, 2002 | Brook Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2001 | Brook Trout | 524 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 8, 1999 | Brook Trout | 608 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 16, 1998 | Brook Trout | 598 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 25, 1997 | Brook Trout | 600 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 8, 1996 | Brook Trout | 629 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 10, 1995 | Brook Trout | 314 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Rock Creek Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Rock Creek Lake was last stocked June 9, 2026 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Rock Creek Lake?
Rock Creek Lake is stocked with Brook Trout, Steelhead, and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Rock Creek Lake stocked?
Rock Creek Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in June.
How often is Rock Creek Lake stocked?
Rock Creek Lake is stocked intermittently — 31 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Rock Creek Lake?
About 30,905 fish have been stocked in Rock Creek Lake across 31 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Rock Creek 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 Rock Creek Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Rock Creek 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.