Stossel Creek Fish Stocking
King County, Washington · 2004–2018 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Stossel Creek was last stocked April 7, 2018 with Coho Salmon. Stossel Creek has 7 stocking records on file, spanning 2004–2018, with about 1,015 fish stocked over that period.
When Stossel Creek is stocked
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Stossel Creek
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in King County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Stossel 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 Stossel Creek was last stocked April 7, 2018, 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 Stossel 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.
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).
Coho Salmon Profile Tips
A popular fall target in Washington's rivers and marine waters.
Cutthroat Trout Profile Tips
Known for being relatively easy to catch on dry flies, making it a favorite of western fly anglers; many subspecies are managed under catch-and-release rules to protect native populations.
Recommended Tackle for Stossel 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.
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 Stossel Creek, freshest activity first.
Moss Lake
1 miKing County · 1 species · 20 records
Last stocked July 2026
Langlois Lake
5 miKing County · 5 species · 102 records
Last stocked April 2026
Lake Margaret
6 miKing County · 2 species · 78 records
Last stocked April 2026
Moss Lake
1 miLewis County · 1 species · 14 records
Last stocked September 2025
Tolt River
6 miKing County · 2 species · 27 records
Last stocked February 2023
Drunken Charlie Lake
5 miKing County · 1 species · 21 records
Last stocked September 2021
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 7, 2018 | Coho Salmon | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 23, 2016 | Coho Salmon | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| January 1, 2015 | Coho Salmon | 0 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 1, 2014 | Coho Salmon | 190 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 12, 2013 | Coho Salmon | 175 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 1, 2012 | Coho Salmon | 150 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2004 | Cutthroat Trout | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Stossel Creek last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Stossel Creek was last stocked April 7, 2018 with Coho Salmon.
What fish species are stocked in Stossel Creek?
Stossel Creek is stocked with Coho Salmon and Cutthroat Trout.
How often is Stossel Creek stocked?
Stossel Creek is stocked intermittently — 7 recorded stockings between 2004 and 2018.
How many fish have been stocked in Stossel Creek?
About 1,015 fish have been stocked in Stossel Creek across 7 recorded events since 2004, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Stossel 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 Stossel Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Stossel 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.