Located five miles northwest of Okanogan on Buzzard Lake Road. There is a WDFW access site with an unimproved boat launch and camping area. Buzzard Lake can from time to time suffer winterkill, making it necessary to plant catchable rainbows before season opener. If over winter survival is good, then expect to catch rainbows in the 12-18 inch range.
Two-pole fishing is allowed
Special fishing restrictions:
- Selective gear rules in effect
Shoreline access: Good - Poor shore access due to abundant cattails. Best fished from a boat.
Species you might catch
Lake information
County: Okanogan
Acreage: 11.30 ac.
Elevation: 3367 ft.
Center: 48.418705, -119.715081
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Catchable fish plants
| Stock Date | Species | Number Released | Number of Fish Per Pound | Facility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2, 2012 | Rainbow | 50 | 1 | WELLS HATCHERY |
| May 26, 2011 | Rainbow | 1,000 | 2 | WELLS HATCHERY |
| May 6, 2010 | Rainbow | 25 | 1.1 | WELLS HATCHERY |
| May 3, 2010 | Rainbow | 500 | 2.2 | WELLS HATCHERY |
| Apr 30, 2009 | Rainbow | 1,062 | 1.6 | WELLS HATCHERY |
| Apr 16, 2004 | Rainbow | 1,015 | 2.9 | WELLS HATCHERY |
| May 29, 2003 | Rainbow | 1,000 | 3 | WELLS HATCHERY |
| Apr 22, 2002 | Rainbow | 1,000 | 2.5 | WELLS HATCHERY |
| Apr 26, 2001 | Rainbow | 1,000 | 3 | WELLS HATCHERY |
| May 31, 2000 | Rainbow | 1,000 | 2.5 | WELLS HATCHERY |
Fishing prospects calendar
Rainbow trout
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