South Lewis County Park Pond fishing

South Lewis County Park Pond fishing is stocked with Rainbow Trout on a community pond. Also recorded: Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Brown Bullhead, Black Crappie, Coastal Cutthroat Trout, and 1 more. It is stocked about 6 times a year since 2025, most often in March and May. Species guides list dawn and dusk for Rainbow Trout and Largemouth Bass, dawn, day, and dusk for Bluegill, and dusk for Pumpkinseed.

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Last stocked
May 28, 2026
· Rainbow Trout
Plants on record
12
Since 2025
Species stocked
1 (+7 also recorded)
Average size
12.7 in
Surface acres
14.1
Elevation
93 ft

Fish at South Lewis County Park Pond

1 stocked · 7 confirmed present

Around the dates South Lewis County Park Pond is stocked, Open-Meteo's 2016-2025 archive puts mean air temperature at 55.4°F in May, 43.6°F in March, 48.6°F in April, 44.5°F in November. That is air temperature at these coordinates, not water temperature. Open-Meteo

Rainbow Trout Stocked · 12 plants · last May 28, 2026 Best: dawn, dusk

Last stocked May 28, 2026 · avg 12.7 in · 12 plants

Best: dawn, dusk

Rainbow Trout species guide

South Lewis County Park Pond, a former gravel pit just southeast of Toledo, offers fishing for rainbow trout, which are stocked from mid-March into May. Anglers can also find largemouth bass and bluegill available in the pond. It features good shore and fishing pier access, as well as a boat launch, providing ample opportunities for fishing. (wdfw.wa.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)

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How South Lewis County Park Pond is stocked

Source: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

About 1,677 reported fish per acre, 2nd most of 9 lakes in Lewis County with both a fish count and a surface area.

Fish stocked in 2025

13,169

Fish stocked in 2026

10,480

Stocking history

Source: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Date Species Quantity Avg. length Source
May 28, 2026Rainbow Trout1,0809.6 inreport
May 7, 2026Rainbow Trout5,00010 inreport
April 16, 2026Rainbow Trout2,00010 inreport
March 5, 2026Rainbow Trout2,4009 inreport
November 21, 2025Rainbow Trout50013 inreport
November 20, 2025Rainbow Trout1,42413 inreport
May 29, 2025Rainbow Trout2,20010.6 inreport
May 9, 2025Rainbow Trout4,60010.4 inreport
May 9, 2025Rainbow Trout2519.2 inreport
May 9, 2025Rainbow Trout2028.1 inreport
April 17, 2025Rainbow Trout2,00010 inreport
March 6, 2025Rainbow Trout2,4009 inreport

Access and facts

Water type
community pond
Nearest town
Toledo, WA
Facilities
dock, restrooms

The county park has a boat launch, fishing piers, a beach, and a paved trail. Gates and restrooms open Memorial Day through Labor Day.

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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife before you go.

Nearest lakes

Carlisle Lake 11.6 mi last stocked April 23, 2026 Mayfield Lake 16.8 mi last stocked August 25, 2026 Plummer Lake 20.5 mi last stocked March 19, 2026 Fort Borst Park Pond 21 mi last stocked May 5, 2026 Swofford Pond 21.4 mi last stocked May 20, 2026

Common questions

What fish are at South Lewis County Park Pond?

Fishing South Lewis County Park Pond usually means Rainbow Trout. All 12 plants on record are Rainbow Trout. Rainbow Trout was last stocked May 28, 2026, averaging 12.7 in. Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Brown Bullhead, plus 3 more are recorded here outside the stocking reports.

When is South Lewis County Park Pond stocked?

Last stocked May 28, 2026. It is stocked about 6 times a year since 2025, most often in March and May. About 1,677 reported fish per acre, 2nd most of 9 lakes in Lewis County with both a fish count and a surface area.

How big are the fish stocked at South Lewis County Park Pond?

Rainbow Trout stocked at South Lewis County Park Pond average 12.7 in.

How do you get on South Lewis County Park Pond?

The nearest town is Toledo, WA. Facilities include dock and restrooms. The county park has a boat launch, fishing piers, a beach, and a paved trail. Gates and restrooms open Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Which lakes near South Lewis County Park Pond were stocked more recently?

Mayfield Lake (16.8 mi) was stocked more recently. Mayfield Lake is also stocked with Rainbow Trout.

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