Located within Sinlahekin Wildlife Area, Blue Lake fishes best in May and June and then again in September and October. During the hotter summer months, use weighted lines to troll deeper parts of the lake. WDFW access site with camping, toilets, and gravel boat launches. Expect two age classes of rainbow, yearling fish 10-12 inches and holdovers in the 13-15 inch range. Browns up to 18 inches can also be expected. Recent washouts at the north end of the lake has required anglers to access the lake from the south end.
Lead ban is in effect at Blue Lake.
Two-pole fishing is allowed
Special fishing restrictions:
- Selective gear rules in effect
Shoreline access: Good - Good access from main road along lake as well as WDFW camping areas.
Species you might catch
Lake information
County: Okanogan
Acreage: 205.40 ac.
Elevation: 1690 ft.
Center: 48.687127, -119.694673
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Catchable fish plants
| Stock Date | Species | Number Released | Number of Fish Per Pound | Facility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 26, 2023 | Tiger Trout | 1,000 | 2.85 | CHELAN HATCHERY |
| Sep 26, 2023 | Brown Trout | 2,000 | 2.87 | CHELAN HATCHERY |
| Sep 20, 2023 | Brown Trout | 3,000 | 2.7 | CHELAN HATCHERY |
| Sep 30, 2022 | Brown Trout | 3,000 | 2.5 | CHELAN HATCHERY |
| May 23, 2016 | Rainbow | 50 | 1 | WELLS HATCHERY |
| Apr 20, 2004 | Rainbow | 2,030 | 2.9 | WELLS HATCHERY |
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Rainbow trout
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