Rattlesnake Lake

This picturesque lake that is spring-fed by the Cedar River is located a few miles south of North Bend. A well-developed access area managed by Seattle Public Utilities lies on the east shore has ample parking, toilets and a small gravel boat ramp. Note that the water level of the lake fluctuates significantly during the summer months depending on the accumulated snowpack in the mountains. Anglers are required to observe selective gear rules while fishing and are permitted to use electric motors for propulsion.

Two-pole fishing is allowed

Special fishing restrictions:

Selective gear rules in effect

Shoreline access: Good - Most of the shoreline is accessible.

Species you might catch

Lake information

County: King
Acreage: 107.60 ac.
Elevation: 915 ft.
Center: 47.430448, -121.774583
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Fishing resources

Catchable fish plants

Release Location: RATTLESNAKE LK (KING)
Stock Date	Species	Number Released	Number of Fish Per Pound	Facility
Apr 11, 2005	Rainbow	1,472	0.7	TROUT LODGE COMMERCIAL
Apr 19, 2004	Rainbow	500	0.66	TROUT LODGE COMMERCIAL
Apr 13, 2004	Rainbow	4,956	2.8	TOKUL CR HATCHERY
Apr 13, 2004	Rainbow	4,275	2.5	TOKUL CR HATCHERY
Apr 22, 2003	Rainbow	2,707	2.1	TOKUL CR HATCHERY
Oct 11, 2000	Rainbow	250	0.5	LAKEWOOD HATCHERY
Oct 11, 2000	Rainbow	50	0.2	LAKEWOOD HATCHERY
Mar 14, 1995	Cutthroat	220	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.

Photos

Photo by WDFW