Holm Lake

Sometimes called Nielsen Lake, Holm is midway between Auburn and Black Diamond. The primary fishing opportunities are Rainbow Trout (stocked) and Largemouth Bass. A boat ramp, limited parking, and pit toilet are available at a small WDFW access area that is located at the lake's south end off SE Lake Holm Road. Internal combustion motors are prohibited by a local ordinance.

Two-pole fishing is allowed

Shoreline access: Good - WDFW boat ramp only

Species you might catch

Lake information

County: King
Acreage: 19.90 ac.
Elevation: 401 ft.
Center: 47.302913, -122.126733
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Fishing resources

Catchable fish plants

Release Location: HOLM LK (KING)
Stock Date	Species	Number Released	Number of Fish Per Pound	Facility
Mar 21, 1997	Rainbow	1,500	2.8	PUYALLUP HATCHERY
Apr 2, 1996	Rainbow	900	3	PALMER HATCHERY
Mar 14, 1995	Cutthroat	50	1.2	TOKUL CR HATCHERY

Fishing prospects calendar

Rainbow trout

Fishing success for Rainbow Trout is generally best in the spring when thousands of fish are stocked statewide, but they can be caught year-round in most waters with a little patience and persistence. Success remains high into June and gradually declines as water temperatures increase and fish move offshore to stay cool. Fish that escaped the spring harvest return to the nearshore areas in the fall as waters cool off. Some waters may also be stocked again in the fall further boosting catch rates.

Largemouth bass

Fishing improves throughout the spring as waters warm and fish move onshore, peaking during the spawn. Summer is a slight lull though dawn/dusk hours can be very good. Catch improves in Fall as waters cool, vegetation begins to die back, and prey becomes more available. Winter is the hardest time because fish are offshore and slow moving.