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This section gives a brief description of fishing opportunities in each county, arranged in alphabetical order. For specific regulation information, refer to the Fishing in Washington sport fishing rules pamphlet. Until the current year's pamphlet is available (usually by May 1 at the latest), continue to use the previous edition. Also check local newspapers or the nearest WDFW regional office for the latest information on emergency closures.

The wheelchair symbol indicates lakes or streams with enhanced accessibility.

SAN JUAN COUNTY

Cascade Lake (171 acres): Located 3-1/2 miles southeast of East Sound on Orcas Island, Cascade has a state park public access and boat launch. Primary species are rainbow, cutthroat and kokanee. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season.

Egg Lake (7 acres): This small lake located 900 feet west of Sportsman's Lake on the northeast end of San Juan Island produces largemouth bass and rainbow trout, with good fishing in April for three-quarter pound rainbows, and bass throughout the summer. There is a public access on the west side. The season is open year-round.

Hummel Lake (36 acres): Located at the north end of Lopez Island, Hummel has a public access boat ramp with toilets at the north end of the lake. Three-quarter pound rainbow trout are caught during April and May, with largemouth bass and bluegill also available. The season is open year-round.

Hunter Bay County Park: Located on Lopez Island, this park offers a year-round opportunity for raking surf smelt on the DNR public beach immediately east of the county park launch ramp.

Mountain Lake (198 acres): A state park provides public access and boat launch facilities on this lake 4-1/2 miles southeast of East Sound on Orcas Island. Mountain has a large kokanee population, with some cutthroat and eastern brook trout. Good for kokanee in late May, early June, and in the fall. Year-round season.

Shellfish and Marine Fish: Good shrimp fishing exists throughout much of the interior San Juan Islands. Extra weight should be added to shrimp pots here to minimize pot loss from the strong tidal currents. Year-round, non-commercial crab zones are present at Mud Bay and Fisherman Bay (Lopez Island), Blind Bay (Shaw Island), Deer Harbor (Orcas Island) and Garrison Bay (San Juan Island). Popular clam beaches are found at Spencer Spit State Park and at English Camp on Garrison Bay. Marine fishing is available at Friday Harbor Marina docks.

Sportsman's Lake (66 acres): Located 3-1/2 miles northwest of Friday Harbor on San Juan Island, this lake has a public access boat launch. Good fishing for largemouth bass during the summer, with a slot limit in effect. The season is open year-round.

SKAGIT COUNTY

Beaver Lake (73 acres): This Beaver Lake (there are at least 15 lakes with that name in Washington) is one mile south of Clear Lake; it has a public access with toilet and boat launch on the west side. Largemouth bass, crappie, yellow perch, and cutthroat are caught. Beaver is good for warmwater species in summer. Year-round open fishing season.

Big Lake (545 acres): This lake five miles southeast of Mount Vernon has public access with a toilet and boat launch. Largemouth bass, crappie, yellow perch and cutthroat provide the action, with a slot limit for bass. Open year-round, Big Lake can be fair for bass.

Campbell Lake (410 acres): Located five miles south of Anacortes, Campbell has a public access with toilet and a boat launch. Primary species are largemouth bass, yellow perch, and brown bullhead catfish, with a slot limit on bass. Open year-round. Disabled accessibility - level 2. WCT, Blk Tpa, gs.

Cap Sante Marina, Skyline Marina: Both of these marinas on Fidalgo Island offer jigging for surf smelt. Success is best during the winter months.

Cavanaugh Lake (844 acres): Located 10 miles northeast of Arlington, Cavanaugh has a state access with ramp and toilet on the southwest shore. Rainbow, cutthroat and eastern brook trout, kokanee, and largemouth bass are available. Chumming is permitted. Year-round open fishing season.

Clear Lake (223 acres): This Clear Lake (one of 17 or 18 in the state) is three miles south of Sedro Woolley, and has a public access with toilet and boat launch. Rainbow trout, largemouth bass, yellow perch, cutthroat trout and bullhead catfish are available. This year it has been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece) this year. These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. Year-round open season.

Erie Lake (111 acres): Located four miles south of Anacortes, this "great" lake has a public access with a toilet on the west side and a resort at the south end. Erie should be excellent for 1/2- to 3/4-pound rainbows on opening day. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Fidalgo Bay and March Point: Year-round surf smelt raking opportunities exist east of the Shell Oil pier and north of the railroad bridge on the east shore of Fidalgo Bay.

Heart Lake (61 acres): There is a public access and a boat launch on this small lake 2-1/2 miles south of Anacortes. Heart should be excellent for 1/2- to 3/4-pound rainbows on opening day. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

LaConner: Located at the southern end of Swinomish Slough, LaConner offers some of the best-known surf smelt opportunities in Puget Sound. From October through March jiggers have success all along the waterfront, but the best jigging occurs in the northern boat basin. There is an annual Smelt Derby in February; call the LaConner Chamber of Commerce for more information.

McMurray Lake (160 acres): Located nine miles northwest of Arlington, McMurray has public access with a toilet at the south end and a resort at the north end. Primary species are rainbow and cutthroat trout. Fishing should be excellent for rainbows ranging from 1/2 to 3/4 pound on opening day. Yellow perch and some black crappie are also taken. Parking is difficult. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Pass Lake (98 acres): This lake six miles south of Anacortes is a trophy fly-fishing-only, catch-and-release-only lake. It is open year-round. The lake has a public access and boat launch, but use of motors is prohibited. Species available include rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout. Pass is usually excellent in early spring and late fall for fish averaging 15 inches, with some up to 28 inches.

Samish River: The Samish has runs of chinook, chum and coho salmon, winter steelhead and sea-run cutthroat.

Shannon Lake (2148 acres): Located just north of Concrete, Shannon has a public access with a difficult boat launch. Expect good fishing for kokanee. Check the regulations pamphlet for maximum size restrictions. Open from the last Saturday in April through October 31. The lake is closed to the taking of bull trout/Dolly Varden.

Shellfish and Marine Fish: Very good crab fishing opportunities exist throughout Skagit Bay, Fidalgo Bay and Padilla Bay. March Point and Samish Bay offer year-round, non-commercial crab zones. East March Point also offers fair clam digging opportunities. Good surf smelt dip net fishing can be found along many Fidalgo Bay beaches. The beach at Bayview State Park on the east shore of Padilla Bay has been enhanced with Pacific oysters. Marine fishing is available from Anacortes municipal pier, Bowman's Bay pier at Deception Pass State Park, and at LaConner Marina docks.

Sixteen Lake (41 acres): Located 2-1/2 miles east of Conway, Sixteen has a public access with toilets and boat launch. Rainbow trout are the main attraction, with a few cutthroat. Excellent for 1/2- to 3/4-pound rainbows opening day. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season.

Skagit River and tributaries: This large river system supports runs of chinook, coho and pink salmon, summer- and winter-run steelhead, Dolly Varden and sea-run cutthroat.

Whistle Lake (29 acres): There is walk-in public access to this lake 3-1/2 miles south of Anacortes. Fishing should be fair for largemouth bass, yellow perch and cutthroat trout. Year-round season.

SKAMANIA COUNTY

Columbia River: This section of the Columbia offers good fishing for largemouth and smallmouth bass and walleye. A few other warmwater species are also caught. Summer steelhead, fall chinook and coho salmon are taken above and below Bonneville Dam when seasons allow. Steelhead fishing peaks in August, with a shift toward fall salmon in September. Sturgeon fishing can be productive from both bank and boat. Regulations allow retention of one sturgeon 42-60 inches in length from the Dalles Dam downstream. The sturgeon fishery is managed on a quota basis. Bank angling is available downstream from Bonneville Dam, with special restrictions for areas just below the dam; check the regulations pamphlet. Boats are restricted at all times between a line from the Hamilton Island boat ramp southeasterly across the river to Robins Island and upstream to the dam. Bank access is closed at Garrison Eddy. From August 16 through September 15, 2001, the Columbia River downstream from Bonneville Dam is expected to be catch-and-release only for sturgeon to remain under the annual sturgeon guideline. Sturgeon catches will be monitored in-season, so check with the Vancouver WDFW office for the latest information. From May 1 through July 15, the area from Bonneville Dam downstream to Beacon Rock is closed to boat fishing for sturgeon. There is a free boat launch at Hamilton Island. This area is one of the top shad-producing spots in the state. Both boat and bank angling are productive, with late May and June the most productive months. Shad angling on the lower Columbia opens May 16 this year. Check the regulations pamphlet for new, more liberal walleye rules.

Drano Lake: This large "lake" at the mouth of the Little White Salmon River is a popular fishing spot for chinook salmon and summer steelhead. A near record return of 11,100 spring chinook is expected this year. As a result, the area from the SR-14 highway bridge upstream to markers downstream and across from the Little White Salmon National fish hatchery, opened to the retention of spring chinook from March 15 through June 30, 2001, with a two-salmonid (chinook salmon or hatchery steelhead) limit. Note: this fishery is closed on Wednesdays from April 18 through May 30. Steelhead fishing peaks in August, with fall salmon picking up in September. All wild steelhead must be released. A few sturgeon and bass are also caught; see Columbia River sturgeon rules above. A limited boat launch along Highway 14 provides access to Drano Lake and Bonneville Pool. Launching can be difficult here during strong west winds, and boaters may need to park along Highway 14 during heavy-use periods. Non-buoyant lure restrictions are in effect; check the regulations pamphlet for details.

Icehouse Lake (2.5 acres): Located along Highway 14 at the north end of the Bridge of the Gods, this small lake is open year-round. Several thousand catchable-size rainbow and brown trout will be augmented by broodstock (20-26 inches) rainbows planted throughout winter and spring. This year it has been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece). These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. Surplus hatchery steelhead and sea-run cutthroat are planted in winter. A steelhead punch card is not required here. Daily limit is five trout, with no more than two over 20 inches. Bluegill and largemouth bass are also present. Due to its easy access, the lake receives heavy angler pressure, but provides excellent fishing from late fall through early summer.

Kidney Lake (12 acres): Stocked with catchable-size and larger rainbow trout (including some several-pound broodstock), Kidney should be good for the April opener. This lake has also been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece). These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. Located north of the town of North Bonneville, Kidney does not have a boat ramp or developed access area, but car-toppers can be launched. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through February 28.

Lewis River, North Fork: Above Swift Reservoir to the lower falls, the river, including all tributaries (such as Big Muddy, Pine and Rush Creeks), is open to catch-and-release fishing only, with selective gear rules in effect. This will provide some quality trout fishing, while protecting the bull trout in the area. The season is June 1 through October 31.

Little Ash (Ashes) Lake (5 acres): Located west of Stevenson along Highway 14, this lake is scheduled to be stocked with several thousand catchable-size rainbow and cutthroat trout, plus broodstock trout. This year it has been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece). These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. Daily limit is five trout, with no more than two over 20 inches. A few bass are also present. Open season is year-round.

Swift Power Canal: Connecting Swift Creek and Yale reservoirs, the power canal gets rainbows dropping out of Swift Creek Reservoir. This year it will receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece). There is excellent shore-fishing access. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season.

Swift Reservoir (4590 acres): Large plants of fingerling rainbow trout once produced excellent trout fishing in this 10-mile-long reservoir on the North Fork of the Lewis River. Fry survival and growth has been reduced the past few years, however, and department biologists are trying to find out why. During April and May fish tend to congregate near the dam and around streams entering the reservoir. By June, anglers should be able to catch trout throughout the reservoir. A public boat launch is available. Call Pacific Power and Light at 1-800-547-1501 for reservoir level information. Remember that all bull trout/Dolly Varden must be released in this region. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Tunnel Lake (13 acres): This lake just north of Highway 14 between Drano Lake and Underwood is stocked with catchable-size and broodstock rainbows. Daily limit is five trout, with no more than two over 20 inches. It also has a good population of yellow perch and a few largemouth bass. There's no boat ramp, but the west shore of the lake is close enough to the road so that car-top boats can be carried to water. The lake is open to fishing year-round.

Washougal River: See Clark County.

White Salmon River (Big White Salmon): This river produces spring and fall salmon, plus summer and a few winter steelhead. This year should provide some opportunity for spring chinook angling. The White Salmon provides a very popular steelhead fishery in August and early September. All wild steelhead must be released throughout the entire river. From the natural gas pipeline crossing above Northwestern Reservoir upstream to Gilmer Creek, the river is open to trout fishing from June 1 through October 31, with selective gear rules in effect. Fall chinook fishing can be good, with most caught by boaters near the mouth. Non-buoyant lure restrictions will be in effect this fall. Check the regulations pamphlet for details. Bank angling can also produce near the mouth, but the area is limited and often crowded. Boat launching is difficult near the mouth; boats must be carried down the bank. Better launching facilities can be found at Bingen or across the Columbia at Hood River, Oregon.

Wind River: The popular spring chinook fishery near the mouth of the Wind is expected to be excellent this year, with a record 42,600 fish predicted to return, more than twice last year's run. As a result, the sport fishing season has been extended. The area from the markers (buoy line) at the mouth upstream to 400 feet downstream from Shipherd Falls, is open from March 15 through June 30, 2001, with a two-salmonid (chinook or hatchery steelhead) daily limit. Any chinook, regardless of presence or absence of an adipose fin, may be retained. The areas from 100 feet upstream from Shipherd Falls to 400 feet downstream from the Coffer Dam, and from 100 feet upstream from the Coffer Dam to boundary markers 800 yards downstream from the fish ladder at Carson National fish hatchery, are open from May 1 through June 30, 2001, also with a two-salmonid daily limit. The river upstream from Shipherd Falls is closed to all angling except during the May 1 through June 30 season. All tributaries remain closed. All night closure and non-buoyant lure restrictions remain in effect. A fall salmon and steelhead fishery also occurs near the mouth. Wild steelhead must be released. Both boat and bank angling can be productive near the mouth; boats can be launched from the county ramp near the mouth. The boat ramp can be crowded and parking is difficult. Non-buoyant lure restrictions will be in effect this fall. Check the regulations pamphlet for details.

SNOHOMISH COUNTY

Armstrong Lake (31 acres): Trout plants in this small lake 2-1/2 miles north of Arlington have been badly hit in the past by cormorant predation. Plants of 1/2- to 3/4-pound rainbows are now being made closer to opening day, and fishing has greatly improved. Expect some carry-overs in the 1-1/2 pound range this year. Armstrong has a state access with toilets on the south shore. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season.

Ballinger Lake (100 acres): Located on the county line between Snohomish and King counties, just west of I-5, public access to Ballinger Lake is through the city park in the northeast corner. A boat ramp, parking, toilets and a fishing pier are available. Rainbow trout, largemouth bass and yellow perch are the principal species, with some crappie and brown bullheads. There is a slot limit on bass. Year-round season.

Barclay Lake (11 acres): Situated at 2300 feet elevation in the northeast shadow of Mt. Baring, Barclay has long been a favorite family hike in the Skykomish River valley. The lake is open to fishing year-round, but the trail is generally open only from mid-April through October. The rainbow trout population is maintained by periodic fry stocking, as well as some natural production in the large inlet system. This lake is best fished from a raft, but can also be fished where several camps occur along the north shoreline. Expect most fish to be in the 6- to 11-inch range, with a few larger. This is a great place to introduce youngsters to mountain lake fishing.

Blackman's Lake (60 acres): Blackman's Lake is located in the city of Snohomish. There is boat and bank access on the south shore and city park, with two disabled-accessible fishing piers on the northeast shore. Rainbow trout are stocked annually on or after May 1, since bird predation is a problem. This lake has also been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece). These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested by humans or birds. Largemouth bass and yellow perch are also available. Expect fair fishing in spring and fall months. Year-round open season. Disabled accessibility in county park ­ Level 1. DP, WCT, ramp down to accessible fishing dock, picnic shelter, picnic areas and tables.

Bosworth Lake (95 acres): Located 2-1/2 miles south of Granite Falls, Bosworth has a state access with limited parking (and a toilet) on the northeast corner. Fishing should be fair-to-good for rainbow trout, with cutthroat trout and largemouth bass also available. It has also been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbows (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece) this year. These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Cassidy Lake (124 acres): This lake about three miles east of Marysville has a state access with toilet on the west shore. Largemouth bass, yellow perch, black crappie, bullhead catfish, and pumpkinseed sunfish are available. There is a slot limit on bass. Disabled accessibility ­ level 3. WCT, across street from launch, gs, dp. Year-round season.

Chain Lake (23 acres): There is a primitive access on the south shore of this small lake three miles north of Monroe. Available species include rainbow trout, black crappie, pumpkinseed sunfish and largemouth bass. The season is open year-round.

Chaplain Pond (11 acres): Located 4-1/2 miles north of Sultan, just below the Everett water treatment plant, this sprawling pond system is stocked frequently with coastal cutthroat trout fry. It must be fished with a float tube, and is weedy. (NOTE: Chaplain Lake is closed to fishing at all times).

Chitwood Lake (6 acres): Naturally-producing coho and cutthroat share this marshy lake four miles east of Granite Falls. Access is by foot or mountain bike beyond a locked gate a little under two miles west of the lake. Open to fishing year-round.

Crabapple Lake (36 acres): Located seven miles northwest of Marysville, this lake has a state access with toilet on the north shore. Fair fishing for rainbow trout and pumpkinseed sunfish is available. Open season is from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Crescent Lake (9 acres): This oxbow lake is located 3-1/2 miles south of Monroe on the Snoqualmie Wildlife Area. It has bank or car-topper access only for largemouth bass, yellow perch, and sunfish. The season is open year-round.

Echo Lake (16 acres): Located a little over two miles southeast of Highway 522 near Maltby, this Echo Lake has a state access on the east side with parking, boat ramp and toilets. Fishing is only fair for pan-sized pumpkinseed sunfish and rainbow trout. There is a split season: last Saturday in April through June 30, closed during July and August, then open again from September 1 through October 31.

Echo Lake (25 acres): This Echo Lake is about nine miles north of Sultan in the headwaters of Miller Creek, in the Pilchuck River drainage, at 1670 feet elevation. Access is by mountain bike or foot off of timber company or Snohomish PUD road systems. Fishing should be good-to-excellent for eastern brook trout and rainbow trout. A raft or float tube is almost mandatory due to brushy shoreline conditions. Fishing season is open year-round.

Flowing Lake (134 acres): This lake six miles north of Monroe has a WDFW access with toilet and parking on its southeast corner, across from Storm Lake. The county park on the north shore has a boat launch and shore fishing. Primary species are rainbow trout and largemouth bass, with a slot limit on bass. Most trout stocking is delayed until after May 1 to minimize bird predation, but a small plant occurs in early April. Flowing has also been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece) this year. These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. Year-round open season. Disabled accessibility ­ Level 1 at county park. DP, WCT, Blk Tp trails, WC camping, picnic area, excellent WC park.

Fontal Lake (37 acres): Fontal is located 4-1/2 miles southeast of Monroe, behind a locked Campbell Group gate 2-1/2 miles from the lake. Only foot, horse, and bicycle access is allowed. Rainbow trout and eastern brook trout are present. Fontal is one of the few remaining lowland lakes in the Snoqualmie Valley that support sizeable populations of healthy trout, with some brookies attaining large size. Year-round open season.

Gissberg ponds (15 acres): These small ponds five miles north of Marysville are an excellent shore fishing area for kids. Access is through a county park. Rainbow trout (planted in March, April, May and June), yellow perch, largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish and pumpkinseed sunfish are caught, with a two-fish limit on channel catfish. Year-round open season.

Goodwin Lake (546 acres): Located 7-1/2 miles northwest of Marysville, access to Goodwin is through the state park on the east shore. Rainbow and cutthroat trout, largemouth and smallmouth bass, perch, crappie and pumpkinseed sunfish are caught, with a slot limit on bass. Rainbows will be planted after the 1st of May to minimize cormorant predation. The season is open year-round.

Hanson Lake (10 acres): A three- to four-mile hike, mountain bike or horse ride past Chitwood Lake brings you to Hanson Lake, located 5-1/2 miles southeast of Granite Falls. The lake supports cutthroat and eastern brook that can attain large size. The season is open year-round.

Howard Lake (27 acres): This lake about nine miles northwest of Marysville has a primitive state access with toilet on the northwest shore. Rainbow trout averaging three-fourths of a pound should provide excellent opening-day action this year. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season.

Jay Lake (5 acres): This small lake is part of the inlet system to Wallace Lake, in Wallace Lake State Park. Access is by hike or mountain bike, but access routes are brushy, and may have snow in early spring (elevation is 1900 feet). Good fishing is available for naturally-produced cutthroat trout and eastern brook trout. The lake is open to fishing year-round, but is better after the lake has warmed a bit (mid-May).

Julia Lake (7.5 acres): About five miles of hike or bike on a gated road is required to reach this lake, which is a little over four miles southeast of Granite Falls and just upstream from Smelling Lake. Both lakes are in the Worthy Creek/Pilchuck River drainage. Julia is open to fishing year-round. Expect fair-to-good fishing for eight- to 10-inch eastern brook trout and cutthroat trout. A float tube or raft is recommended.

Kellogg Lake (16 acres): Located along the Kellogg Lake road about three miles northeast of Sultan, this lake consists of two basins connected by a long, snaking waterway, all surrounded by an extensive peat bog wetland. It contains largemouth bass, crappie and cutthroat trout. Open year-round, the lake is best fished from a raft or float tube. Excellent wildlife viewing opportunities supplement the fishing.

Ketchum Lake (19 acres): This small lake three miles north of Stanwood has a public access with a toilet on the south shore. Rainbow trout (planted in late March or early April), largemouth bass, pumpkinseed sunfish, bluegill and bullhead catfish are available during the year-round season.

Ki Lake (97 acres): Located about eight miles northwest of Marysville, access to Ki Lake is from a county road on the north end of the lake. Available species include rainbow trout, largemouth bass and yellow perch, with a slot limit on bass. Trout fishing should be outstanding on opening day, and excellent through May for fish from 1/2 to 1-1/2 pounds. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season.

King Lake (12 acres): Access to this small lake 3-1/2 miles southeast of Monroe on Weyerhaeuser property is by foot, horse or bicycle off local logging roads. Route-finding can be difficult due to confusing terrain. This deep lake supports eastern brook trout and cutthroat trout, with a year-round open season.

Little Cavanaugh Lake (4-8 acres): A little route-finding on logging roads will lead to this small lake in the Proctor Creek valley south of State Route 2, between Gold Bar and Index. The lake varies in size annually, depending on the weather. Access is by foot, mountain bike or horseback from the gated Proctor Creek Road at Highway 2. It is managed with an annual plant of rainbow trout fry. Year-round open season.

Loma Lake (21 acres): Located about five miles northwest of Marysville, this lake has a primitive launching site. Fishing on opening day should be good for 1-1/2 pound rainbow trout, with more good fishing after a secondary planting (in the first week of May to avoid cormorant predation). Year-round open season.

Lost (Devil's) Lake (13 acres): When you find this lost lake 2-1/2 miles east of Maltby off Highway 522, you'll discover fair fishing for native cutthroat trout, planted rainbow trout, and illegally-introduced largemouth bass. Lost Lake has public access on the west shore with parking, toilet and ramp. Fishing is open year-round.

Lost Lake (18 acres): This is but one of nine lakes in Snohomish County that have been "lost" at one time or another. This one can be found a mile west of Lake Chaplain, roughly six miles north-northwest of Sultan. Some route-finding skills are required. There is limited shore access due to pristine wetland vegetation surrounding the lake, but a small fishing pier is available. Excellent fly-fishing for rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout taken from a float tube. Year-round open season.

Martha Lake (Alderwood Manor) (59 acres): Located two miles northeast of Alderwood Manor in south Snohomish County, this Martha Lake has a public access boat ramp, with parking and toilet, on the southeast corner. A new county park on the lake's south end also has parking and toilets, plus play and picnic areas and two large fishing piers. Stocked rainbow trout are the main draw, but cormorant predation can affect the fishing. The lake has also been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece). These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. Largemouth bass, yellow perch, and bullhead catfish are available as well. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Martha Lake (Warm Beach) (58 acres): Located 10-1/2 miles northwest of Marysville, this Martha Lake has a state access with toilet on the north shore and a resort on the south shore. Rainbow trout, largemouth bass and yellow perch are the main target here. Expect good fishing for rainbows over one pound on opening day this year. The lake has also been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece). These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. Martha Warm Beach is open year-round.

Panther Lake (47 acres): This lake 4-1/2 miles northeast of Snohomish has a state access with toilet on the west shore. Available species include largemouth bass, pumpkinseed sunfish, crappie and brown bullheads. Fishing is allowed year-round.

Roesiger Lake (352 acres): Located 8-1/2 miles north of Monroe, Roesiger has a state access with limited parking and a toilet on the south shore. A county park is located on the east shore; its former fishing pier has been removed, but bank access is available. Catchable-size rainbow trout are stocked in the southern arm only in late March, due to a combination of reduced trout availability and severe cormorant predation. The bulk of the annual catchable-trout allotment is stocked in the lake's two larger arms after May 1st. Other species available include kokanee, largemouth bass, black crappie, brown bullhead catfish, and yellow perch. Open season is year-round.

Scriber Lake (3 acres): This small, mixed-species lake is located in Scriber Lake Park in Lynwood. A small fishing pier provides access for very limited fishing for largemouth bass and yellow perch. The lake is open year-round.

Serene Lake (42 acres): Located just west of Highway 99 at Shelby Road in Lynnwood, Serene has a public access with parking, toilet and boat ramp at the west end of the lake. It is mainly a rainbow trout lake, but largemouth bass are also present. The fishing season is split: open from the last Saturday in April through June 30, closed during July and August, then open again from September 1 through October 31.

Shaw Lake (6 acres): This is the uppermost named lake in the three-lake series ending with Wallace Lake in Wallace Lake State Park, near Gold Bar. It is good-to-excellent for cutthroat of all sizes, many 13-16 inches. Now that the old logging grades have grown over, it is a challenge to get to; expect solitude. Open to fishing year-round, but the 2075-foot elevation may make access more difficult in early spring.

Shellfish and Marine Fish: Recreational shrimp areas are found near Edmonds, and in Possession Sound and Port Susan. Good crabbing opportunities are available adjacent to most marine shorelines. A year-round, non-commercial crab zone exists along the southern portion of Port Gardner Bay. The Washington state Department of Health cautions that clams, oysters and mussels are not fit for human consumption on all Snohomish County marine beaches. Marine fishing is available at Edmonds fishing pier, Everett marine pier, Mukilteo pier, and Stewart's Dock in Everett.

Shoecraft Lake (137 acres): This lake is 7-1/2 miles northwest of Marysville near Lake Goodwin. It has a state access with toilet on the southwest corner. Primary species are rainbow trout, crappie, largemouth bass and perch, with a slot limit on bass. Rainbows averaging 1/2 pound will be planted after May 1st to minimize cormorant predation. Year-round open season.

Silver Lake (102 acres): This Silver Lake (there are at least a dozen in the state) is located 5-1/2 miles south of Everett along the Bothell-Everett Highway. It has no developed boat access areas, but car-topper access is feasible for a limited number of vehicles along the southeast corner of the lake. There is ample shoreline access and a fishing dock along the highway. Access and rest rooms are available in the city park on the west shore. Rainbow and kokanee are stocked (after May 1 to avoid bird predation), and co-exist with largemouth bass and yellow perch. This lake has also been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece). These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. Open season is year-round.

Skykomish River, North Fork: Deer Falls just upstream of Goblin Creek is the "end of the line" for anadromous fish. Expect fair numbers of resident cuttroat and rainbow trout in the six- to nine-inch class above that point, and extending for miles into the Henry M. Jackson Wilderness.

Smelling Lake (7 acres): Located about four miles southeast of Granite Falls, a three-plus mile hike or bike ride on a logging road will sniff out this lake's outlet. Once there, you'll find fair-to-good fishing for naturally-produced cutthroat and brookies in the eight- to 12-inch range. Open to fishing year-round, but often has snow until late March or early April. This lake has unusual depth for a small lake, surveyed at 107 feet deep.

Snohomish River system (includes Skykomish and Snoqualmie): This river system provides excellent angling opportunities for all salmon species, summer and winter steelhead, resident and sea-run cutthroat trout, resident rainbow trout, Dolly Varden and whitefish. Check the regulations pamphlets carefully for season, size, gear and catch limit restrictions. Also see listing for Snoqualmie River in King County.

Spada Lake (1870 acres): This municipal reservoir eight miles north of Sultan offers dramatic scenery and a totally wild rainbow and cutthroat trout fishery (plus their hybrids). Selective gear rules and special size restrictions are in effect, so be sure to check the regulation pamphlet and observe county signs at the lake. Electric motors are allowed. All tributaries are closed to fishing. This fishery is currently being studied to determine how to increase the abundance of older, larger trout. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Stevens, Lake (1021 acres): Located 5-1/2 miles east of Everett, there is a state access in the nearby town of Lake Stevens with a ramp, parking and toilets, plus a county park access off Davies Road with launch, parking, toilets and a fishing pier. Available species include rainbow trout (best in fall-winter), largemouth bass, yellow perch, brown bullheads, cutthroat trout and smallmouth bass. There is a slot limit for bass. Stevens is well-known for its large kokanee, especially during May through August, and has a generous kokanee limit. The fishing season here is open year-round. Disabled accessibility ­ Level 1 at county park. DP, WCT, WC docks, Blk Tpa.

Stickney Lake (26 acres): This small lake 4-1/2 miles northeast of Lynnwood has a public boat launch with parking and toilet on the north shore. Largemouth bass, yellow perch, and black crappie are present. The fishing season is split: open from the last Saturday in April through June 30, closed during July and August, then open again from September 1 through October 31.

Stillaguamish River: The "Stilly" provides excellent fishing for all salmon species, summer and winter steelhead, sea-run cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden and whitefish. Check the regulations pamphlets carefully for season, size, gear and catch limit restrictions. There is a special fly-fishing-only season on the North Fork.

Storm Lake (78 acres): This lake 5-1/2 miles north of Monroe has a state access with a narrow ramp, limited parking, and a toilet on the northwest corner of the lake. Cormorant predation has hurt the trout fishery here, but expect fair-to-good fishing for planted rainbow trout in the early season. Storm has been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece) this year. These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. Some largemouth bass are also present. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season.

Sunday Lake (34 acres): Sunday Lake is five miles east of Stanwood, and has a primitive access on the north shore. Largemouth bass, perch, crappie and pumpkinseed sunfish are available. The season is open year-round.

Temple Pond (8 acres): This is the largest of several ponds located in the new Lord Hill Regional Park southeast of Snohomish. Stocked with cutthroat and brown trout fingerlings, Temple has produced good fishing for these species in the past. Illegally-introduced largemouth bass have recently impacted trout survival. Open season is year-round.

Thirtysix Lake (5 acres): This peatbog-type lake varies from two to five acres, and lies in the headwaters of Elwell Creek about 5-1/2 miles south of Sultan. It is open to fishing year-round, and has grown large cutthroat in the past.

Wagner Lake (20 acres): Found 2-1/2 miles northeast of Monroe, Wagner has a state access with narrow ramp on the southwest shore. It is primarily a rainbow trout and largemouth bass lake. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Wallace Lake (55 acres): Hike a combination of trails and closed roads via Wallace Falls State Park to reach this deep lake at about 1850 feet elevation. Lake trout (Mackinaw) are available, plus naturally-produced rainbow trout and eastern brook. The season is open year-round.

Wallace River: Near-wilderness surroundings are found along this freestone stream above the huge falls in Wallace Falls State Park, near Gold Bar. Old logging grades can be hiked to gain access to native cutthroat fishing in about four miles of gin-clear stream.

SPOKANE COUNTY

Amber Lake (117 acres): Selective gear rules are designed to create a quality fishery at this popular rainbow and cutthroat trout fry-planted lake 11 miles southwest of Cheney. Electric motors are allowed. This year Amber has also been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece); these fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. The trout daily limit from the last Saturday in April through September 30 is two fish over 14 inches. Anglers must release all trout with a missing adipose fin -- only unmarked trout may be retained as part of the legal limit. There is an additional catch-and-release only season from October 1 to November 30. Amber has a public access.

Badger Lake (244 acres): This lake 12 miles south of Cheney on the Cheney-Plaza Road was rehabilitated in the fall of 1995. Fishing should be excellent this year for fry-planted rainbow and cutthroat trout. Badger has also been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece) this year; these sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. A Mayfly hatch later in the season usually provides great dry fly fishing. Badger has a public access. Open season is from the last Saturday in April through September 30. Disabled accessibility ­ level 1. WCT, Blk Tpa, level.

Bear Lake ( 34 acres): Located in a county park off Highway 2 about half-way between Spokane and Newport, this lake offers largemouth bass, perch, and planted rainbow trout, including a few broodstock rainbows. Beginning in 2000, Bear Lake changed from juveniles-only to family fishing rules. Only juveniles or licensed adults accompanied by a juvenile, plus holders of disability licenses, are allowed to fish. Access depends on whether or not the county park is open. Open season is from the last Saturday in April through October.

Chapman Lake (146 acres): This lake has a late closure so you can take advantage of good action on its largemouth and smallmouth bass then. Chapman also provides good catches of rainbow trout and kokanee, with a generous kokanee limit; check the regulations pamphlet for details. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Clear Lake (375 acres): This spring's plants of yearling rainbow and brown trout, along with fall fry plants of both, should provide good action. This lake has also been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece). These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. A good largemouth bass fishery is available here as well, with a bass slot limit in effect. Located two miles south of the town of Medical Lake, Clear Lake has resorts and a public access on the south end. Low water conditions can make launching trailered boats very difficult. Small car-top boats, rafts and canoes are recommended. Open season is from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Downs Lake (225 acres): With a mild late winter, anglers can count on largemouth bass, perch, and other warmwater fish here, along with stocked rainbow and brown trout. Downs warms up earlier than other area lakes because it's located in the southwest corner of the county (partially in Lincoln County). There is a resort with a small boat launch. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through September 30.

Eloika Lake (660 acres): Eloika is located seven miles north of Chattaroy, off the Newport Highway. Perch, largemouth bass and crappie in the spring and fall are the best bets, with a slot limit on bass. A few four- to six-pound bass are caught, but because it takes eight to 11 years for them to reach that size, many anglers voluntarily practice catch-and-release. Some brown trout yearling plants are made. Eloika has a resort with boat launch, and a public access south of Gray's Landing. Year-round open fishing season.

Fish Lake (47 acres): Rehabilitated in fall of 1998, Fish Lake has been restocked with brook trout fry, catchables and broodstock, and will provide excellent fishing. Located 2-1/2 miles northeast of Cheney on the Cheney-Spokane Highway, access is via county park property. Internal combustion engines are prohibited. Last Saturday in April through September 30 open season.

Hog Canyon Lake (53 acres):Also known as Hog Lake, the winter-only season here should produce nice catches of rainbow trout to 10 or 11 inches. Rehabilitated in fall of 1998, Hog Canyon has been restocked with catchable and fry rainbows. Dam construction has been completed, and water levels should be at a maximum for this winter's season. To find this lake 10 miles northeast of Sprague, take the Fishtrap Lake exit from I-90. Check the regulations pamphlet for winter season and catch limits.

Horseshoe Lake (68 acres): A shallow lake 10 miles west of Nine Mile Falls, Horseshoe gets annual plants of rainbow trout to provide some fair fishing early in the season. Year-round open fishing season.

Liberty Lake (711 acres): Although largemouth bass, perch and other warmwater species dominate here, fry and yearling rainbow trout and yearling brown trout are planted. There is a slot limit on bass. This lake has also been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece). These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. Walleyes have been planted and some are of legal size by now. Liberty is just east of Spokane at the town of Liberty Lake, about a mile from the Idaho border. Public access is available. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through September 30. Disabled accessibility ­ level surfaces, can fish from bank at access.

Little Spokane River: This tributary of the Spokane River can provide some surprising catches of brown and rainbow trout that hole up here and there. Whitefish angling is popular in the winter. Check the regulations pamphlet for seasons and area closures. Most access is on private property, but there is an access site downstream of the Spokane Hatchery. Check with State Parks for restrictions.

Long Lake (5020 acres): Created by a hydroelectric dam 23 miles northwest of town, this Spokane River reservoir provides good fishing for largemouth and smallmouth bass, perch, crappie, and bullhead catfish, plus an occasional northern pike. Planted catchable-size brown trout are also taken. There is a slot limit on bass, plus catch-and-release only on bass from May 1 through June 30. Long Lake is open year-round and has several resorts, plus a DNR camp and boat launch off the Nine Mile Falls road.

Medical Lake (149 acres): This selective gear rules lake is open during a limited season in compliance with local ordinances of the town of Medical Lake. Brown trout are the target here, with regular plants providing catches in the 15-inch range. Check the pamphlet for special regulations and open season.

Newman Lake (1200 acres): This lake 14 miles east of Spokane on Highway 290 has something for everybody: largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, perch, catfish, plus some rainbow, brown and eastern brook trout, with a slot limit on bass. The lake has also been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece). These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. In addition, Newman has been stocked with tiger muskies, with a one-fish, 36-inch minimum size limit. There is public access on the east shore, and resorts. Year-round open season. Disabled accessibility ­ Level 1. 3 WCTs, Blk Tpa, level, good WC accessibility.

Silver Lake (559 acres): This lake just a mile east of the town of Medical Lake is divided by the Medical Lake - Four Lakes Road, with 472 acres south of the road and 87 acres on the north side. The south lake, commonly referred to as just "Silver Lake," receives a small plant of catchable-size rainbow trout. A large tench population negatively affects trout fishing in the south lake. Largemouth bass are also present, with a slot limit on bass. South Silver has several resorts and public access on the north shore, and is open year-round. The north lake, usually called "North Silver Lake," is open year-round to catch-and-release and fly-fishing only. It has been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece) this year. These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested.

Spokane River: Warmwater species dominate, but rainbow trout are planted. Check with the WDFW Spokane regional office for more information. Check the regulations pamphlet for season and catch limit information for various sections of the river.

West Medical Lake (235 acres): Rehabilitated in fall of 2000, West Medical has been restocked with rainbow trout fry. Plants of catchable-size rainbows, plus broodstock rainbow and brown trout in the spring, should provide good fishing for the April opener. West Medical will also receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece) this year. These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. Winter aeration has greatly improved the outlook for this popular water located about a mile west of the town of Medical Lake. Minimal irrigation withdrawals are critical to annual fish survival and related recreation. The lake has a resort and west shore public access. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through September 30. Disabled accessibility ­ Level 1.DP, 2 WCTs, Blk Tpa, level, Blk Tpa paths to bankside fishing area. Excellent WC fishing site highly recommended for HC/WC persons.

Williams Lake (319 acres): Williams Lake was rehabilitated in the fall of 1995. It is planted with cutthroat and rainbow trout fry annually, plus catchable-size trout this year. Williams has also been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece) this year. These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. Good fishing is expected. The Mayfly hatch in mid-May is usually the peak fishing time. Located 12 miles southwest of Cheney via Mullinex Road, it has public access on the northwest shore and several resorts. Shallow water some seasons may limit access for larger boats at the public access site. The lake also has two full-service resorts. Open season is from the last Saturday in April through September 30.

STEVENS COUNTY

Bayley Lake (17 acres): Past eastern brook plants provide action at this fly-fishing-only lake northeast of Chewelah in the Little Pend Oreille Wildlife Refuge. It has public access with a boat launch; motorized boats are prohibited. The catch-and-keep season is short: last Saturday in April through July 4, with a one-fish, 14-inch minimum size limit. An additional catch-and-release season runs through October 31. Please take the opportunity to complete a fishery survey form at the upper launch area.

Black Lake (70 acres): Past rainbow trout fingerling plants, plus rainbow catchables this year, will produce eight- to 12-inchers at this beautiful alpine lake (3,700 foot elevation). It's reached by driving 15 miles east of Colville on Highway 20, then north 1-1/2 miles up Gap Creek Road. A resort is on the east shore. Open season is from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Cedar Lake (51 acres): Fry plants of rainbow trout make this lake a good producer, with some rainbows up to 18 inches. Cedar Lake is just four miles inside the US-Canada border, a mile north of Leadpoint. Public access is available. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Coffin Lake (10 acres): This southernmost Little Pend Oreille chain lake offers most kinds of trout plus some warmwater species. Year-round season.

Colville River: Catches of brown trout can be made here, but access can be difficult. Be sure to get permission from landowners. Check the regulations for seasons.

Deep Lake (198 acres): Fingerling plants of rainbow and cutthroat trout produced nice catches on last year's opening day. Similar results are expected this year. Public access is available. To reach Deep Lake, drive nine miles southeast of Northport to Spirit, then two miles northeast. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Deer Lake (1163 acres): Located three miles north of Loon Lake, off Highway 395, Deer Lake offers a variety of species. Largemouth and smallmouth bass, crappie, perch, and planted rainbow trout are commonly caught, along with an occasional lake trout and a few kokanee. Cooperative net-pen projects also provide catchable rainbows and eastern brook trout. Broodstock brook trout will enhance the action this year. Check the regulations for special trout size limits. Last Saturday in April through October 31 season.

Elbow Lake (48 acres): Annual eastern brook trout fry plants provide the action on this lake 12 miles northwest of Northport, up the Big Sheep Creek drainage. Open season is from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Gillette Lake (48 acres): This Little Pend Oreille chain lake was rehabilitated in 1997, and restocked with fingerling cutthroat trout. Gillette has a Forest Service campground, boat launch, and resort. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season.

Hatch Lake (34 acres): Rehabilitated in the fall of 1999, this winter-only lake should be producing again from rainbow trout fry plants. Hatch Lake is located a little over five miles southeast of Colville. Open fishing season runs from December 1 through March 31.

Heritage Lake (71 acres): Another Little Pend Oreille chain lake just north of Gillette Lake, cutthroat trout fry plants should produce good catches this year. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season.

High Lakes: Many unlisted alpine lakes offer good fishing for trout. For more information, please contact the Department of Fish and Wildlife and request a copy of the booklet Trout Fishing in Washington's High Lakes.

Jump-Off-Joe Lake (105 acres): Catchable-size rainbow and brown trout plants, broodstock browns, and possible eastern brook trout from prior year's plants, should provide some action here. Largemouth bass and yellow perch also do fair despite a goldfish population. There is a slot limit on bass; check the regulations pamphlet for details. Located about eight miles south of Chewelah, just off Highway 395, it has eastside public access and a resort. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season.

Little Twin Lake (27 acres): Fry-planted cutthroat trout in the 14-inch range can be expected at this lake just south of the Little Pend Oreille chain. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season.

Loon Lake (1120 acres): The previous state record lake trout (30 lbs, 4 oz; broken in 1999) came out of here back in the 1960s. Loon is better known now, however, for its kokanee, which have been in a low part of their cycle. Kokanee fry plants are intended to help. There are also largemouth and smallmouth bass, brown bullheads, bluegill, a few other warmwater species, plus planted rainbow trout. Located 28 miles north of Spokane off Highway 395, Loon has a public access and resorts. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through October 31. Disabled accessibility ­ Level 2. WCT, lgs.

McDowell Lake (47 acres): Large rainbow and an occasional eastern brook trout provide good angling in the spring and again in the fall when water temperatures are cool. Fly-fishing-only and catch-and-release are the rules here. The department has trapped tench in recent years in an effort to improve fishing. Located within the Little Pend Oreille Wildlife Area, McDowell has public walk-in access. Motorized boats are not allowed. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through October 31.

Mudget (Mudgett) Lake (32 acres): This small lake two miles south of Fruitland is stocked with rainbow trout fry annually, and has public access. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season.

Pierre Lake (106 acres): Bullhead catfish, largemouth bass, black crappie, an occasional kokanee, and several kinds of trout are available. Located west of Barstow off Highway 395 and north across the Kettle River, Pierre has a Forest Service campground and a boat launch. Open season is year-round.

Potter's Pond (24 acres): Located just outside Colville, this little pond consistently grows "monsters" from regular hatchery plants of rainbow trout. Open season is from the last Saturday in April through October 31. Good disabled accessibility.

Rocky Lake (20 acres): Planted annually with rainbow trout fry, you can expect eight- to 12-inchers by the opener here. Rocky Lake is located 3-1/2 miles south of Colville. The DNR campground is no longer available for overnight use; it has been eliminated due to social problems. The boat launch is still available. The catch-and-keep season is short, from the last Saturday in April through May 31. An extended catch-and-release, selective gear rules season runs from June 1 through the end of October.

Roosevelt, Lake: Walleye, rainbow trout and kokanee are the star attractions of this major year-round fishery that forms the Ferry, Stevens, and Lincoln county lines. With periodic draw-downs in the reservoir above Grand Coulee Dam, trout reproduction is virtually impossible, but cooperative net-pen rearing projects at Seven Bays, Keller Marina, Hunters, and Kettle Falls are providing catches. Check the regulations pamphlet for special trout, walleye and kokanee rules. Sturgeon fishing is catch-and-release only. Other catchable fish in the river and reservoir are smallmouth bass, burbot (freshwater ling), lake whitefish, and yellow perch. The National Park Service operates 35 recreation areas along the 660 miles of shoreline of the 79,000 acres of water. Maps are available at the dam visitor center and WDFW Spokane office. Water level fluctuations can be a problem for boat launching.

Sherry Lake (26 acres): Sherry is part of the Little Pend Oreille chain of lakes, just south of Gillette Lake. Fry plants of cutthroat trout should produce good catches this season. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season.

Starvation Lake (29 acres): Angling on this small lake located near the Little Pend Oreille Wildlife Refuge is expected to be good this year for fry-planted rainbow trout. The lake has public access and a campground which will be undergoing expansion funded by IAC grants this year. The catch-and-keep season is short, from the last Saturday in April through May 31. An extended catch-and-release only, selective gear rules season runs from June 1 through the end of October.

Summit Lake (7 acres): Rainbow and eastern brook trout fry plants produce a good fishery in this small lake just east of the Kettle River and north of Northport. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season.

Thomas Lake (168 acres): Plants of cutthroat trout should provide good catches this season. Thomas is another Little Pend Oreille chain lake, and has a Forest Service campground and resort. Open season is last Saturday in April through October 31.

Waitts Lake (455 acres): Planted with rainbow trout catchables and brown trout fingerlings, plus some broodstock, this lake has a few trout carry-overs. This year it has been selected to receive a bonus plant of large triploid rainbow trout (averaging 1-1/2 pounds apiece). These sterile fish can grow to trophy size if not harvested. Largemouth bass and yellow perch are available as well. Located four miles west of Valley on Highway 395, Waitts Lake has public access and resorts. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through the end of February.

Williams Lake (38 acres): Located about 14-1/2 miles north of Colville, this winter-only lake produces rainbow trout in the 10-13 inch range during its December 1 through March 31 open season.