Swimming Deer Lake Fish Stocking
Chelan County, Washington · 1995–2024 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Swimming Deer Lake was last stocked August 31, 2024 with Rainbow Trout. Swimming Deer Lake has 14 stocking records on file, spanning 1995–2024, with about 1,840 fish stocked over that period.
When Swimming Deer Lake is stocked
Swimming Deer Lake is typically stocked in fall, most often in September — 7 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Swimming Deer 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 31, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 120 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| August 6, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 120 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| October 1, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 120 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 20, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 120 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 15, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 120 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| August 31, 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 120 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| August 30, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 120 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 27, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 120 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
Show 6 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 22, 2005 | Rainbow Trout | 120 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| August 2, 2003 | Rainbow Trout | 120 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 1, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 8, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 80 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 19, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 60 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| September 12, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Swimming Deer Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Swimming Deer Lake was last stocked August 31, 2024 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Swimming Deer Lake?
Swimming Deer Lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Swimming Deer Lake stocked?
Swimming Deer Lake is typically stocked in fall, most often in September.
How often is Swimming Deer Lake stocked?
Swimming Deer Lake is stocked intermittently — 14 recorded stockings between 1995 and 2024.
How many fish have been stocked in Swimming Deer Lake?
About 1,840 fish have been stocked in Swimming Deer Lake across 14 recorded events since 1995, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.