Goose Lake fish stocking
Skamania County, Washington
Goose Lake in Skamania County, Washington was last stocked on September 30, 2026 with 7,000 cutthroat trout fry from Goldendale Hatchery. Across the 5 years shown here, WDFW released 117,388 fish in 43 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in May, June, and September.
When Goose Lake gets fish
Stocking history
Washington reports the exact release date. Sizes for Washington are estimated from the reported fish-per-pound.
2026 · 21,198 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cutthroat Trout | 7,000 | 2.2″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 10.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.4″ | Catchable | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 198 | 12.6″ | Yearling | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.4″ | Catchable |
2025 · 28,809 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cutthroat Trout | 6,143 | — | Fry | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 1,119 | 10.7″ | Yearling | |
| Brown Trout | 4,296 | 3.6″ | Fry | |
| Tiger Trout | 4,596 | 3.7″ | Fry | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 1,130 | 10.3″ | Yearling | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.4″ | Catchable | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 2,093 | 9.7″ | Yearling | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 132 | 13.3″ | Yearling | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 3,300 | 9.7″ | Yearling |
2024 · 17,904 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cutthroat Trout | 1,411 | 11.5″ | Yearling | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 1,300 | 10.7″ | Yearling | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,280 | 10.2″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.5″ | Catchable | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 6,913 | 9.8″ | Yearling | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.8″ | Catchable |
2023 · 25,806 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cutthroat Trout | 700 | — | Fry | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 761 | 10.9″ | Yearling | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 800 | 11.1″ | Yearling | |
| Rainbow Trout | 6,000 | 5.4″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,640 | 10″ | Catchable | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 2,950 | 9.7″ | Yearling | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.3″ | Catchable | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 2,955 | 10.1″ | Yearling |
2022 · 23,671 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cutthroat Trout | 3,599 | — | Fry | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 1,011 | 11.9″ | Yearling | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 10.6″ | Yearling | |
| Rainbow Trout | 750 | 10.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 450 | 11″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 10.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | 10.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 9.6″ | Catchable | |
| Cutthroat Trout | 7,661 | 10″ | Yearling | |
| Rainbow Trout | 2,200 | 10″ | Catchable |
Frequently asked questions
When was Goose Lake last stocked?
WDFW records show Goose Lake was last stocked on September 30, 2026 (7 days ago), with 7,000 cutthroat trout fry.
What fish are stocked in Goose Lake?
Goose Lake has been stocked with brown trout, cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, and tiger trout in the years shown here (2022–2026).
When does Goose Lake usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in May, June, and September. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see WDFW's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Goose Lake?
Yes, anglers generally need a valid Washington fishing license. Check the current Washington fishing regulations for seasons, limits and any special rules for Goose Lake.
Other stocked waters in Skamania County
Kwaddis Lake
Little Rock Lake
Umtux Lakes
Lake Comcomly
Chain of Lakes
Horseshoe Lake
All 64 stocked waters in Skamania 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.