Rainbow Trout Stocked · 39 plants · last May 22, 2026 Best: dawn, dusk South Twin Lake fishing
South Twin Lake fishing is stocked with Rainbow Trout, Coho Salmon, and Chinook Salmon on a natural lake. Also recorded: Lake trout and Slimy sculpin. It is stocked about 0.7 times a year since 1966, most often in May and June. Species guides list dawn and dusk for Rainbow Trout and dawn for Lake trout.
- Last stocked
- May 22, 2026
- · Rainbow Trout
- Plants on record
- 45
- Since 1966
- Species stocked
- 3 (+2 also recorded)
- Average size
- 6 in
- Elevation
- 1,694 ft
Fish at South Twin Lake
Rainbow Trout Stocked · 39 plants · last May 22, 2026 Best: dawn, dusk 
Coho Salmon Stocked · 5 plants · last May 23, 1995 Last stocked May 23, 1995 · avg 3.4 in · 5 plants
Coho Salmon species guide
Chinook Salmon Stocked · 1 plant · last June 18, 1985 Last stocked June 18, 1985 · avg 4.8 in · 1 plant
Chinook Salmon species guide
Lake trout Confirmed present Best: dawn Best: dawn
Lake trout species guide Slimy sculpin Confirmed present
How South Twin Lake is stocked
No plants recorded in 19 years between 1966 and 2026.
Fish stocked in 1966
4,000
Fish stocked in 1973
6,300
Fish stocked in 1976
6,000
Fish stocked in 1978
6,000
Fish stocked in 1980
4,990
Fish stocked in 1982
4,000
Fish stocked in 1985
500
Fish stocked in 1986
4,000
Fish stocked in 1987
4,000
Fish stocked in 1988
4,000
Fish stocked in 1989
4,000
Fish stocked in 1991
8,000
Fish stocked in 1992
4,000
Fish stocked in 1993
4,063
Fish stocked in 1994
4,732
Fish stocked in 1995
6,000
Fish stocked in 1996
4,000
Fish stocked in 1997
4,376
Fish stocked in 1998
4,000
Fish stocked in 1999
4,444
Fish stocked in 2001
500
Fish stocked in 2003
526
Fish stocked in 2004
849
Fish stocked in 2007
720
Fish stocked in 2008
800
Fish stocked in 2009
800
Fish stocked in 2010
800
Fish stocked in 2012
650
Fish stocked in 2013
500
Fish stocked in 2014
500
Fish stocked in 2015
484
Fish stocked in 2016
572
Fish stocked in 2017
496
Fish stocked in 2018
500
Fish stocked in 2019
501
Fish stocked in 2020
499
Fish stocked in 2021
534
Fish stocked in 2022
504
Fish stocked in 2023
511
Fish stocked in 2024
500
Fish stocked in 2025
513
Fish stocked in 2026
569
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 569 | 10.3 in | report |
| May 12, 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 513 | 10.2 in | report |
| May 23, 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.6 in | report |
| May 30, 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 511 | 10.3 in | report |
| June 3, 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 504 | 9.9 in | report |
| June 4, 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 534 | 10.3 in | report |
| May 22, 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 499 | 10.4 in | report |
| June 3, 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 501 | 10.6 in | report |
| June 4, 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10.4 in | report |
| May 16, 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 496 | 9.7 in | report |
| May 4, 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 572 | 8.8 in | report |
| May 21, 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 484 | 9.7 in | report |
| May 29, 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8.5 in | report |
| June 26, 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8.7 in | report |
| June 20, 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 650 | 6.8 in | report |
| May 25, 2010 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 4.8 in | report |
| May 28, 2009 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 5.4 in | report |
| June 4, 2008 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 6.2 in | report |
| May 30, 2007 | Rainbow Trout | 720 | 5.5 in | report |
| July 19, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 199 | 10.8 in | report |
| June 22, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | 9 in | report |
| May 28, 2004 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.1 in | report |
| June 23, 2003 | Rainbow Trout | 526 | 9.3 in | report |
| June 28, 2001 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 8.5 in | report |
| August 9, 1999 | Rainbow Trout | 4,444 | 2.2 in | report |
| August 19, 1998 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 2.3 in | report |
| August 20, 1997 | Rainbow Trout | 4,376 | 2.4 in | report |
| August 7, 1996 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 2.3 in | report |
| July 18, 1995 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 1.8 in | report |
| May 23, 1995 | Coho Salmon | 2,000 | 5.1 in | report |
| July 27, 1994 | Rainbow Trout | 4,732 | 2.4 in | report |
| July 20, 1993 | Rainbow Trout | 4,063 | 2.2 in | report |
| July 16, 1992 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 2.1 in | report |
| July 31, 1991 | Rainbow Trout | 8,000 | 2.1 in | report |
| August 8, 1989 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 1.8 in | report |
| August 17, 1988 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 1.8 in | report |
| August 25, 1987 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 2.2 in | report |
| August 21, 1986 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 2.1 in | report |
| June 18, 1985 | Chinook Salmon | 500 | 4.8 in | report |
| September 16, 1982 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 2.6 in | report |
| May 27, 1980 | Coho Salmon | 4,990 | 2.5 in | report |
| August 15, 1978 | Coho Salmon | 6,000 | 3.3 in | report |
| August 24, 1976 | Coho Salmon | 6,000 | 3.2 in | report |
| September 20, 1973 | Coho Salmon | 6,300 | 3 in | report |
| August 2, 1966 | Rainbow Trout | 4,000 | 1.8 in | report |
Access and facts
- Water type
- natural lake
- Nearest town
- Delta Junction, AK
- Facilities
- restrooms
On Army land in the Donnelly Training Area: turn west off the Richardson Highway at mile 257.6 onto Meadows Road, then at mile 5.3 take Twin Lakes Road southeast 1.3 miles; the lake is south of the road, with an outhouse, picnic tables, and parking. Needs an Army RAP.
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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 South Twin Lake?
Fishing South Twin Lake usually means Rainbow Trout: Rainbow Trout accounts for 39 of 45 plants on record, ahead of Coho Salmon and one more. Rainbow Trout was last stocked May 22, 2026, averaging 6.3 in. Coho Salmon was last stocked May 23, 1995, averaging 3.4 in. Chinook Salmon was last stocked June 18, 1985, averaging 4.8 in. Lake trout and Slimy sculpin are recorded here outside the stocking reports.
When is South Twin Lake stocked?
Last stocked May 22, 2026. It is stocked about 0.7 times a year since 1966, most often in May and June. No plants recorded in 19 years between 1966 and 2026.
How big are the fish stocked at South Twin Lake?
Stocked fish average 6 in. Rainbow Trout average 6.3 in. Coho Salmon average 3.4 in. Chinook Salmon average 4.8 in.
How do you get on South Twin Lake?
The nearest town is Delta Junction, AK. Facilities include restrooms. On Army land in the Donnelly Training Area: turn west off the Richardson Highway at mile 257.6 onto Meadows Road, then at mile 5.3 take Twin Lakes Road southeast 1.3 miles; the lake is south of the road, with an outhouse, picnic tables, and parking. Needs an Army RAP.
Which lakes near South Twin Lake were stocked more recently?
Doc Lake (0.6 mi) was stocked more recently. Doc Lake is also stocked with Rainbow Trout, Coho Salmon, and Chinook Salmon.