Vance Creek Jv Pond Fish Stocking
Grays Harbor County, Washington · 1997–2026 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Vance Creek Jv Pond was last stocked June 9, 2026 with Rainbow Trout. Vance Creek Jv Pond has 253 stocking records on file, spanning 1997–2026, with about 953,174 fish stocked over that period.
When Vance Creek Jv Pond is stocked
Vance Creek Jv Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in April — 87 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Vance Creek Jv Pond
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Grays Harbor County, Washington.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Vance Creek Jv Pond, 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 Vance Creek Jv Pond 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 Vance Creek Jv Pond:
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).
Rainbow Trout Profile Tips
The most commonly targeted stocked trout in the country, taken on bait, spinners, and flies alike; a common first fish for new anglers.
Steelhead Profile Tips
A prized winter and spring fishery in both states, known for powerful, sustained fights.
Recommended Tackle for Vance Creek Jv Pond
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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Klineline Pond
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Last stocked June 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 9, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 2, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 19, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 23, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 252 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 1, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 353 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 3, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 125 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 6, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 25, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 25, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 316 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 28, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 28, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 251 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 28, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 22, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 21, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 110 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 7, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 29, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 23, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 27, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 26, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 26, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 11, 2024 | Steelhead | 18,900 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 26, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 110 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 8, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 21, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 310 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 20, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 19, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 31, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 30, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 29, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 25, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 750 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 4, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 101 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 22, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 325 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 19, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 15, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| April 1, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 210 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 31, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| March 30, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 104 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 27, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
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Frequently asked
When was Vance Creek Jv Pond last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Vance Creek Jv Pond was last stocked June 9, 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Vance Creek Jv Pond?
Vance Creek Jv Pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Steelhead, Coho Salmon, and Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Vance Creek Jv Pond stocked?
Vance Creek Jv Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in April.
How often is Vance Creek Jv Pond stocked?
Vance Creek Jv Pond has been stocked about 8 times a year — 253 recorded stockings between 1997 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Vance Creek Jv Pond?
About 953,174 fish have been stocked in Vance Creek Jv Pond across 253 recorded events since 1997, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Vance Creek Jv Pond?
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 Vance Creek Jv Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Vance Creek Jv Pond 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.