Deer Lake fish stocking
Stevens County, Washington
Deer Lake in Stevens County, Washington was last stocked on May 27, 2026 with 100,128 rainbow trout fry from Spokane Hatchery. Across the 5 years shown here, WDFW released 881,978 fish in 68 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in May, June, and October.
When Deer Lake gets fish
Stocking history
Washington reports the exact release date. Sizes for Washington are estimated from the reported fish-per-pound.
2026 · 190,043 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 100,128 | 2.3″ | Fry | |
| Eastern Brook Trout | 12,018 | 2.6″ | Fry | |
| Eastern Brook Trout | 16,225 | 7.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 15,300 | 7.1″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 14,615 | 6.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 6,385 | 6.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 300 | 18.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,808 | 7.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 22,264 | 7.6″ | Catchable |
2025 · 171,130 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Brook Trout | 600 | 11.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 10,973 | 4.9″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 13,140 | 4.8″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,862 | 4.8″ | Fry | |
| Eastern Brook Trout | 29,748 | 2.9″ | Fry | |
| Eastern Brook Trout | 1,275 | 2.9″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 12,925 | 2.7″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 7,140 | 2.7″ | Fry | |
| Eastern Brook Trout | 14,650 | 7.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 13,969 | 7.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 6,639 | 7.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 12,047 | 6.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 6,041 | 7.7″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,217 | 7.1″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 18,243 | 6.1″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 18,272 | 7.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 89 | 7.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 300 | 18.2″ | Catchable |
2024 · 139,622 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Brook Trout | 600 | 12.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 780 | 5.5″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 9,220 | 5.3″ | Fry | |
| Eastern Brook Trout | 6,192 | 5.2″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 14,980 | 7.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 52,545 | 2.7″ | Fry | |
| Eastern Brook Trout | 14,980 | 7.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 14,980 | 7.4″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 300 | 17.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 9,676 | 7.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 15,369 | 7.9″ | Catchable |
2023 · 219,039 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Brook Trout | 768 | 11.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 14,100 | 5.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 14,800 | 5.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 14,098 | 5.7″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 5.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 13,022 | 5″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 26,977 | 4.9″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 38,675 | 2.8″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 30,046 | 2.9″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 6,678 | 6.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,095 | 7″ | Catchable | |
| Eastern Brook Trout | 15,000 | 7.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 15,000 | 7.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,600 | 7.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 250 | 18.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 21,930 | 7.9″ | Catchable |
2022 · 162,144 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 12,754 | 5.2″ | Fry | |
| Eastern Brook Trout | 600 | 13.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 13,992 | 5.8″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,020 | 5.4″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 41,516 | 3″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 48,425 | 2.7″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 65 | 2″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 15,000 | 7.1″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,698 | 6.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 12,320 | 6.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 10,004 | 6.9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 250 | 18.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,140 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,360 | 9.3″ | Catchable |
Frequently asked questions
When was Deer Lake last stocked?
WDFW records show Deer Lake was last stocked on May 27, 2026 (about 4 months ago), with 100,128 rainbow trout fry.
What fish are stocked in Deer Lake?
Deer Lake has been stocked with eastern brook trout and rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2026).
When does Deer Lake usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in May, June, and October. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see WDFW's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Deer Lake?
Yes, anglers generally need a valid Washington fishing license. Check the current Washington fishing regulations for seasons, limits and any special rules for Deer Lake.
Other stocked waters in Stevens County
Loon Lake
Pepoon Lake
First Thought Lake
Phillips Lake
Pierre Lake
Summit Lake
All 33 stocked waters in Stevens County →
Source: WDFW Fish Plants (data.wa.gov). Stocked Lakes is not affiliated with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Spot a problem? Let us know.