Watson Lake

Watson Lake last stocked June 9, 2026, with 16 stocking events on record since 2025.

Last stocked

June 9, 2026

Plants on record

16

Since 2025

Species recorded

1

Average size

11.9 in

Surface acres

4.4

Elevation

2,382 ft

Stocking history

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Source: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Date Species Quantity Avg. length Source
June 9, 2026 Rainbow Trout 500 10 in report
May 19, 2026 Rainbow Trout 2,550 10 in report
May 19, 2026 Rainbow Trout 50 15.3 in report
February 25, 2026 Rainbow Trout 100 14.8 in report
February 24, 2026 Rainbow Trout 3,120 9.8 in report
June 6, 2025 Rainbow Trout 2,000 10 in report
May 22, 2025 Rainbow Trout 975 10 in report
May 20, 2025 Rainbow Trout 60 15.3 in report
May 16, 2025 Rainbow Trout 725 10 in report
April 30, 2025 Rainbow Trout 50 15.3 in report
April 18, 2025 Rainbow Trout 1,625 10 in report
April 4, 2025 Rainbow Trout 2,550 10 in report
April 4, 2025 Rainbow Trout 100 15.3 in report
March 17, 2025 Rainbow Trout 1,625 10 in report
February 26, 2025 Rainbow Trout 2,002 9.8 in report
February 26, 2025 Rainbow Trout 100 15.2 in report
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Common questions

When was Watson Lake last stocked?
Watson Lake was last stocked on June 9, 2026, according to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
How often is Watson Lake stocked?
Watson Lake has been stocked 16 times since 2025 in the records we have on file.
What species are stocked at Watson Lake?
Watson Lake has recorded stockings of Rainbow Trout.

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Access and facts

Shore access
Yes
Boat ramp
No
Float tube friendly
No

A small bank-fishing-only lake off the Tucannon River. A foot bridge crosses the river from the parking area, and shoreline access is excellent around more than two-thirds of the lake.

Sources: access.shore (accessed 2026-09-19) , access.boat_ramp (accessed 2026-09-19) , access.float_tube (accessed 2026-09-19)

Species stocked here

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