Shingle Mill Fish Stocking
Kitsap County, Washington · 1999–2026 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Shingle Mill was last stocked April 2, 2026 with Chum. Shingle Mill has 32 stocking records on file, spanning 1999–2026, with about 302,165 fish stocked over that period.
When Shingle Mill is stocked
Shingle Mill is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 16 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Shingle Mill
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Kitsap County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Shingle Mill, 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 Shingle Mill was last stocked April 2, 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 Shingle Mill:
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.
Kokanee & Salmon Tactics
Troll small dodgers followed by micro-hoochies or wedding ring spinners tipped with shoepeg corn. Use downriggers or lead-core line to reach cooler thermocline depths (typically 20–50 ft in summer).
Chum Salmon Profile Tips
A significant fall fishery in Washington's Puget Sound tributaries.
Coho Salmon Profile Tips
A popular fall target in Washington's rivers and marine waters.
Recommended Tackle for Shingle Mill
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.
Mack's Lure Classic Wedding Ring Spinner
A classic Western trolling lure designed to be tipped with shoepeg corn and run behind a dodger in deep thermoclines.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Shingle Mill, freshest activity first.
Purdy Creek
9 miMason County · 3 species · 430 records
Last stocked May 2026
Angle Lake
10 miKing County · 4 species · 130 records
Last stocked April 2026
Horseshoe Lake
10 miKitsap County · 2 species · 79 records
Last stocked April 2026
Burley Creek
8 miKitsap County · 2 species · 38 records
Last stocked February 2026
Olalla Creek
5 miKitsap County · 2 species · 44 records
Last stocked February 2026
Purdy Creek
9 miKitsap County · 2 species · 17 records
Last stocked March 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2, 2026 | Chum | 150 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 26, 2025 | Chum | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 17, 2024 | Coho Salmon | 14,996 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 2022 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 9, 2021 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 8, 2020 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 3, 2019 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 8, 2019 | Chum | 221 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
Show 24 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 28, 2018 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 12, 2017 | Chum | 224 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 2016 | Chum | 138 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 5, 2016 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 22, 2015 | Chum | 276 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 7, 2015 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2014 | Chum | 230 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 1, 2014 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2013 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 4, 2013 | Chum | 237 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 22, 2012 | Chum | 206 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 17, 2012 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 29, 2011 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 1, 2011 | Chum | 0 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 387 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 26, 2010 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 24, 2009 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 11, 2008 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 30, 2007 | Coho Salmon | 0 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 14, 2006 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| February 27, 2005 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 3, 2004 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 3, 2003 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 30, 1999 | Coho Salmon | 15,000 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Shingle Mill last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Shingle Mill was last stocked April 2, 2026 with Chum.
What fish species are stocked in Shingle Mill?
Shingle Mill is stocked with Chum, Coho Salmon, and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Shingle Mill stocked?
Shingle Mill is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Shingle Mill stocked?
Shingle Mill is stocked intermittently — 32 recorded stockings between 1999 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Shingle Mill?
About 302,165 fish have been stocked in Shingle Mill across 32 recorded events since 1999, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Shingle Mill?
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 Shingle Mill?
Freshly stocked trout in Shingle Mill 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.