Horsethief Lake

Horsethief Lake last stocked May 13, 2026, with 15 stocking events on record since 2025.

Last stocked

May 13, 2026

Plants on record

15

Since 2025

Species recorded

1

Average size

13.7 in

Surface acres

84.5

Elevation

163 ft

Stocking history

Source: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Date Species Quantity Avg. length Source
May 13, 2026 Rainbow Trout 3,000 10 in report
May 6, 2026 Rainbow Trout 3,000 10 in report
April 22, 2026 Rainbow Trout 70 28.1 in report
April 22, 2026 Rainbow Trout 30 19.2 in report
April 20, 2026 Rainbow Trout 3,000 10 in report
April 14, 2026 Rainbow Trout 3,000 10 in report
April 13, 2026 Rainbow Trout 3,000 10 in report
April 8, 2026 Rainbow Trout 3,000 10 in report
May 14, 2025 Rainbow Trout 3,000 9.6 in report
May 5, 2025 Rainbow Trout 3,000 10 in report
April 24, 2025 Rainbow Trout 30 19.5 in report
April 24, 2025 Rainbow Trout 70 30 in report
April 22, 2025 Rainbow Trout 3,000 10 in report
April 15, 2025 Rainbow Trout 3,000 10 in report
April 14, 2025 Rainbow Trout 6,000 9.6 in report

Common questions

When was Horsethief Lake last stocked?
Horsethief Lake was last stocked on May 13, 2026, according to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
How often is Horsethief Lake stocked?
Horsethief Lake has been stocked 15 times since 2025 in the records we have on file.
What species are stocked at Horsethief Lake?
Horsethief Lake has recorded stockings of Rainbow Trout.

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Access and facts

Water type
reservoir
Nearest town
Lyle
Shore access
Yes
Boat ramp
Yes
Fee required
Yes
Facilities
camping

Inside Columbia Hills Historical State Park near Lyle, between the Columbia River and SR-14. The park has a public boat launch, picnic areas, and camping; a Discover Pass is required. Shore access is available throughout the park.

Sources: water_type (accessed 2026-09-19) , access.boat_ramp (accessed 2026-09-19) , access.shore (accessed 2026-09-19) , access.fee (accessed 2026-09-19) , facilities (accessed 2026-09-19) , nearest_town (accessed 2026-09-19)

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