Wheeler Lake Fish Stocking
Mason County, Washington · 1996–2025 on record
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Wheeler Lake was last stocked May 20, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout. Wheeler Lake has 16 stocking records on file, spanning 1996–2025, with about 21,549 fish stocked over that period.
When Wheeler Lake is stocked
Wheeler Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 13 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Wheeler Lake, freshest activity first.
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Last stocked May 2026
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 700 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| July 31, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 700 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 19, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 700 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 863 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2017 | Cutthroat Trout | 700 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 19, 2015 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,498 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 16, 2013 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,683 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 18, 2011 | Cutthroat Trout | 254 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
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| Date | Species | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 18, 2011 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,600 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 19, 2009 | Cutthroat Trout | 681 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 24, 2006 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,220 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 12, 2004 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,360 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 14, 1999 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,556 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 20, 1998 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,080 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| May 23, 1997 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,470 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
| June 13, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 2,484 | Washington fish & wildlife agency |
The reporting agency did not include fish sizes for this water.
Frequently asked
When was Wheeler Lake last stocked?
According to Washington fish & wildlife agency, Wheeler Lake was last stocked May 20, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Wheeler Lake?
Wheeler Lake is stocked with Cutthroat Trout and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Wheeler Lake stocked?
Wheeler Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Wheeler Lake stocked?
Wheeler Lake is stocked intermittently — 16 recorded stockings between 1996 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Wheeler Lake?
About 21,549 fish have been stocked in Wheeler Lake across 16 recorded events since 1996, per Washington fish & wildlife agency.