Green Lake fish stocking
King County, Washington
Green Lake in King County, Washington was last stocked on June 9, 2026 with 2,000 channel catfish from Columbia Basin Hatchery. Across the 5 years shown here, WDFW released 147,059 fish in 34 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in March, October, and November.
When Green Lake gets fish
Stocking history
Washington reports the exact release date. Sizes for Washington are estimated from the reported fish-per-pound.
2026 · 12,700 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Catfish | 2,000 | 9″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 5,000 | 10″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 5,700 | 10″ | Catchable |
2025 · 32,457 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 16,500 | 3.2″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,072 | 13.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,072 | 13.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 693 | 14.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 670 | 14.4″ | Catchable | |
| Channel Catfish | 1,950 | 8.3″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,800 | 9.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 5,700 | 9.5″ | Catchable |
2024 · 30,235 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 500 | 13.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 13.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 13.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 13.6″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 13.6″ | Catchable | |
| Brown Trout | 15,235 | 3.2″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,800 | 9.4″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 5,700 | 9.3″ | Catchable |
2023 · 31,190 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 2,093 | 13″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 720 | 13″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 819 | 13″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,375 | 13″ | Catchable | |
| Brown Trout | 15,555 | 3.2″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,890 | 8.7″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 5,738 | 9.3″ | Catchable |
2022 · 40,477 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 618 | 14.5″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,895 | 14.5″ | Catchable | |
| Brown Trout | 12,845 | 3.4″ | Fry | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,360 | 14.4″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,196 | 14.4″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,851 | 9.8″ | Catchable | |
| Rainbow Trout | 5,712 | 9.4″ | Catchable | |
| Brown Trout | 12,000 | 3.5″ | Fry |
Frequently asked questions
When was Green Lake last stocked?
WDFW records show Green Lake was last stocked on June 9, 2026 (about 4 months ago), with 2,000 channel catfish.
What fish are stocked in Green Lake?
Green Lake has been stocked with brown trout, channel catfish, and rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2026).
When does Green Lake usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in March, October, and November. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see WDFW's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Green Lake?
Yes, anglers generally need a valid Washington fishing license. Check the current Washington fishing regulations for seasons, limits and any special rules for Green Lake.
Other stocked waters in King County
Jakes Lake
Lower Melakwa Lake
Upper Melakwa Lake
Lake Dorthy
Nine Hour Lake
Mary Lake
All 167 stocked waters in King 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.