Rainbow Trout Stocked · 48 plants · last June 1, 2026 Best: dawn, dusk Jan Lake fishing
Jan Lake fishing has Rainbow Trout, Steelhead, Coho Salmon, Arctic Grayling, and Chinook Salmon on the stocking report. It is stocked about 1.2 times a year since 1955, most often in June and August. Species guides list dawn and dusk as the active times.
- Last stocked
- June 1, 2026
- · Rainbow Trout
- Plants on record
- 83
- Since 1955
- Species recorded
- 5
- Average size
- 4 in
- Elevation
- 1,579 ft
Fish at Jan Lake
Rainbow Trout Stocked · 48 plants · last June 1, 2026 Best: dawn, dusk 
Coho Salmon Stocked · 23 plants · last June 7, 2017 Last stocked June 7, 2017 · avg 2.4 in · 23 plants
Coho Salmon species guide
Chinook Salmon Stocked · 8 plants · last September 10, 2024 Last stocked September 10, 2024 · avg 9 in · 8 plants
Chinook Salmon species guide
Steelhead Stocked · 3 plants · last August 2, 1958 Last stocked August 2, 1958 · avg 1.6 in · 3 plants
Steelhead species guide
Arctic Grayling Stocked · 1 plant · last August 10, 2010 Last stocked August 10, 2010 · avg 2.1 in · 1 plant
Arctic Grayling species guideHow Jan Lake is stocked
No plants recorded in 12 years between 1955 and 2026.
Fish stocked in 1955
12,500
Fish stocked in 1956
11,000
Fish stocked in 1957
10,000
Fish stocked in 1958
21,400
Fish stocked in 1959
35,200
Fish stocked in 1960
8,200
Fish stocked in 1961
13,900
Fish stocked in 1962
20,148
Fish stocked in 1963
15,244
Fish stocked in 1964
10,100
Fish stocked in 1965
5,250
Fish stocked in 1966
3,000
Fish stocked in 1967
30,600
Fish stocked in 1968
8,000
Fish stocked in 1969
44,900
Fish stocked in 1971
43,900
Fish stocked in 1972
9,000
Fish stocked in 1973
38,160
Fish stocked in 1974
4,300
Fish stocked in 1976
35,000
Fish stocked in 1977
12,000
Fish stocked in 1979
4,010
Fish stocked in 1985
8,800
Fish stocked in 1986
8,800
Fish stocked in 1987
8,800
Fish stocked in 1988
8,800
Fish stocked in 1989
8,800
Fish stocked in 1990
8,800
Fish stocked in 1991
10,270
Fish stocked in 1993
9,130
Fish stocked in 1994
9,000
Fish stocked in 1995
9,000
Fish stocked in 1996
9,000
Fish stocked in 1997
9,000
Fish stocked in 1999
9,036
Fish stocked in 2000
9,000
Fish stocked in 2001
9,000
Fish stocked in 2002
9,000
Fish stocked in 2003
9,000
Fish stocked in 2004
9,000
Fish stocked in 2005
11,922
Fish stocked in 2006
8,000
Fish stocked in 2007
6,350
Fish stocked in 2008
4,000
Fish stocked in 2009
4,500
Fish stocked in 2010
2,001
Fish stocked in 2013
442
Fish stocked in 2014
500
Fish stocked in 2015
5,002
Fish stocked in 2016
500
Fish stocked in 2017
5,341
Fish stocked in 2018
765
Fish stocked in 2019
777
Fish stocked in 2020
400
Fish stocked in 2021
472
Fish stocked in 2022
397
Fish stocked in 2023
442
Fish stocked in 2024
375
Fish stocked in 2025
250
Fish stocked in 2026
400
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 1, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | 10.1 in | report |
| June 6, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 9.4 in | report |
| September 10, 2024 | Chinook Salmon | 125 | 9.2 in | report |
| June 6, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 10.7 in | report |
| September 20, 2023 | Chinook Salmon | 152 | 9.7 in | report |
| June 9, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 290 | 10.7 in | report |
| September 13, 2022 | Chinook Salmon | 125 | 9.1 in | report |
| June 10, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 272 | 10.4 in | report |
| September 23, 2021 | Chinook Salmon | 125 | 9.6 in | report |
| June 9, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 347 | 10.5 in | report |
| September 29, 2020 | Chinook Salmon | 136 | 9.3 in | report |
| May 27, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 264 | 10.3 in | report |
| September 24, 2019 | Chinook Salmon | 269 | 9.9 in | report |
| June 18, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 508 | 10.8 in | report |
| September 19, 2018 | Chinook Salmon | 265 | 8.8 in | report |
| June 25, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.2 in | report |
| June 7, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 552 | 9.8 in | report |
| June 7, 2017 | Coho Salmon | 4,789 | 2.7 in | report |
| May 18, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8.9 in | report |
| May 27, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.2 in | report |
| May 27, 2015 | Coho Salmon | 4,502 | 2.8 in | report |
| June 10, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8.8 in | report |
| June 13, 2013 | Chinook Salmon | 442 | 6.6 in | report |
| August 10, 2010 | Arctic Grayling | 2,001 | 2.1 in | report |
| June 11, 2009 | Coho Salmon | 4,500 | 2.1 in | report |
| August 12, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 1.7 in | report |
| June 18, 2007 | Coho Salmon | 6,350 | 2 in | report |
| August 21, 2006 | Rainbow Trout | 8,000 | 1.8 in | report |
| June 8, 2005 | Coho Salmon | 8,000 | 1.8 in | report |
| June 8, 2005 | Coho Salmon | 3,922 | 2.6 in | report |
| July 14, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 9,000 | 1.9 in | report |
| June 3, 2003 | Coho Salmon | 9,000 | 2.6 in | report |
| July 30, 2002 | Coho Salmon | 9,000 | 3 in | report |
| August 3, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 9,000 | 1.7 in | report |
| July 15, 2000 | Coho Salmon | 9,000 | 3.4 in | report |
| July 30, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 9,036 | 2.2 in | report |
| August 20, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 9,000 | 2.3 in | report |
| June 4, 1996 | Coho Salmon | 9,000 | 3 in | report |
| July 19, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 9,000 | 1.8 in | report |
| April 24, 1994 | Coho Salmon | 9,000 | 2.9 in | report |
| July 29, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 9,130 | 1.9 in | report |
| August 8, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 5,922 | 2.3 in | report |
| August 2, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 4,348 | 2.1 in | report |
| July 16, 1990 | Coho Salmon | 8,800 | 2.5 in | report |
| August 7, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 8,800 | 1.9 in | report |
| August 15, 1988 | Rainbow Trout | 8,800 | 1.9 in | report |
| August 24, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 8,800 | 2.2 in | report |
| August 18, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 8,800 | 1.9 in | report |
| August 27, 1985 | Rainbow Trout | 8,800 | 2.1 in | report |
| September 18, 1979 | Coho Salmon | 4,010 | 3.6 in | report |
| October 4, 1977 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 2.9 in | report |
| October 4, 1977 | Rainbow Trout | 8,000 | 2.7 in | report |
| August 2, 1976 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 1.6 in | report |
| June 18, 1976 | Coho Salmon | 25,000 | 1.9 in | report |
| July 23, 1974 | Coho Salmon | 4,300 | 2.3 in | report |
| July 18, 1973 | Rainbow Trout | 8,200 | 3.6 in | report |
| July 16, 1973 | Coho Salmon | 29,960 | 2 in | report |
| August 29, 1972 | Coho Salmon | 9,000 | 2.2 in | report |
| June 24, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 19,400 | 2.2 in | report |
| June 22, 1971 | Rainbow Trout | 24,500 | 1.9 in | report |
| July 31, 1969 | Rainbow Trout | 20,000 | 1.8 in | report |
| July 19, 1969 | Coho Salmon | 24,900 | 1.9 in | report |
| July 8, 1968 | Coho Salmon | 8,000 | 1.6 in | report |
| August 11, 1967 | Coho Salmon | 30,600 | 2 in | report |
| August 2, 1966 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 1.8 in | report |
| August 4, 1965 | Rainbow Trout | 3,000 | 2 in | report |
| August 4, 1965 | Coho Salmon | 2,250 | 2.2 in | report |
| August 12, 1964 | Rainbow Trout | 2,600 | 1.9 in | report |
| July 23, 1964 | Coho Salmon | 7,500 | 1.9 in | report |
| August 14, 1963 | Rainbow Trout | 7,000 | 1.5 in | report |
| July 23, 1963 | Coho Salmon | 8,244 | 1.8 in | report |
| August 17, 1962 | Rainbow Trout | 5,060 | 2.3 in | report |
| July 21, 1962 | Rainbow Trout | 15,088 | 1.8 in | report |
| September 7, 1961 | Rainbow Trout | 9,900 | 1.1 in | report |
| September 6, 1961 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 2.2 in | report |
| August 8, 1960 | Rainbow Trout | 8,200 | 1.9 in | report |
| July 28, 1959 | Rainbow Trout | 35,200 | 1.2 in | report |
| August 2, 1958 | Steelhead | 0 | – | report |
| July 21, 1958 | Rainbow Trout | 21,400 | 2.3 in | report |
| September 24, 1957 | Steelhead | 1,000 | 1.8 in | report |
| September 24, 1957 | Rainbow Trout | 9,000 | 2.2 in | report |
| September 1, 1956 | Steelhead | 11,000 | 1.4 in | report |
| September 17, 1955 | Rainbow Trout | 12,500 | 0.9 in | report |
Access and facts
- Nearest town
- Dot Lake, AK
Just off the Alaska Highway between Tok and Delta Junction. At mile 1353.5 turn south on Jan Lake Rd and drive about a quarter mile to parking at the lake, 68.5 miles from Delta Junction. About 25 acres; ADF&G lists the land status as Native-owned.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Alaska Department of Fish and Game before you go.
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Common questions
What fish are at Jan Lake?
Fishing Jan Lake usually means Rainbow Trout: Rainbow Trout accounts for 48 of 83 plants on record, ahead of Coho Salmon and 3 more. Rainbow Trout was last stocked June 1, 2026, averaging 4.2 in. Coho Salmon was last stocked June 7, 2017, averaging 2.4 in. Chinook Salmon was last stocked September 10, 2024, averaging 9 in. Steelhead was last stocked August 2, 1958, averaging 1.6 in. 1 more species is on the stocking report.
When is Jan Lake stocked?
Last stocked June 1, 2026. It is stocked about 1.2 times a year since 1955, most often in June and August. No plants recorded in 12 years between 1955 and 2026.
How big are the fish stocked at Jan Lake?
Stocked fish average 4 in. Rainbow Trout average 4.2 in. Coho Salmon average 2.4 in. Chinook Salmon average 9 in. Steelhead average 1.6 in.
How do you get on Jan Lake?
The nearest town is Dot Lake, AK. Just off the Alaska Highway between Tok and Delta Junction. At mile 1353.5 turn south on Jan Lake Rd and drive about a quarter mile to parking at the lake, 68.5 miles from Delta Junction. About 25 acres; ADF&G lists the land status as Native-owned.
Which lakes near Jan Lake were stocked more recently?
Monte Lake (6.6 mi), Lisa Lake (25.5 mi), and Craig Lake (27 mi) were stocked more recently. Monte Lake is also stocked with Rainbow Trout, Lisa Lake is also stocked with Rainbow Trout and Coho Salmon, and Craig Lake is also stocked with Rainbow Trout, Coho Salmon, and Arctic Grayling.