Root Lake Fish Stocking
Yakima County, Washington · 1996–2022 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Root Lake was last stocked July 30, 2022 with Rainbow Trout. Root Lake has 12 stocking records on file, spanning 1996–2022, with about 6,807 fish stocked over that period.
When Root Lake is stocked
Root Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July — 9 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Root Lake, freshest activity first.
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By species
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 30, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 638 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 320 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| August 10, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 320 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 21, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 639 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 23, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 675 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 27, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 675 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 9, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 650 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 19, 2002 | Rainbow Trout | 623 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
Show 4 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 30, 2000 | Rainbow Trout | 672 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| August 15, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 640 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 24, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 655 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Root Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Root Lake was last stocked July 30, 2022 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Root Lake?
Root Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Root Lake stocked?
Root Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in July.
How often is Root Lake stocked?
Root Lake is stocked intermittently — 12 recorded stockings between 1996 and 2022.
How many fish have been stocked in Root Lake?
About 6,807 fish have been stocked in Root Lake across 12 recorded events since 1996, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.