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Species

Chinook Salmon

On record in 55 waters across 8 states

Chinook Salmon are on record in 55 waters across 8 states, most heavily in Washington, Michigan, Wisconsin, New York and Idaho. FishableWaters tracks every chinook salmon stocking from state agency reports — use the state links and most-stocked list below to find waters near you.

By state

Most-stocked waters

Freshest chinook salmon stockings

Jun 15, 2026Ninilchik RiverAK68,370
Jun 15, 2026Whittier LakeOR94,611
Jun 10, 2026Seldovia LakeAK105,061
Jun 8, 2026Ninilchik RiverAK75,853
Jun 1, 2026Crooked CreekAK94,679
May 27, 2026Swan RiverMI93,287
May 27, 2026Swan RiverMI186,582
May 27, 2026Swan RiverMI93,316
May 13, 2026Manistique RiverMI10,625
May 13, 2026Manistique RiverMI139,643
May 13, 2026Cedar RiverMI42,188
May 13, 2026Cedar RiverMI55,199
May 11, 2026Cheboygan RiverMI76,109
May 9, 2026Kalamazoo RiverMI124,672
May 8, 2026Black RiverMI124,639

Chinook Salmon — FAQ

Where can I catch chinook salmon?+

Chinook Salmon are stocked across 8 states, led by Washington, Michigan, Wisconsin, New York and Idaho. Pick a state below to see every water stocked with chinook salmon.

How many waters are stocked with chinook salmon?+

55 waters across 8 states hold chinook salmon on record, updated daily from agency stocking reports.