Tradition Lake

Alongside the extremely popular Tiger Mountain trail system, one and a half miles east of Issaquah. Anglers can pursue Yellow Perch and Largemouth Bass. A moderate hike is required when the access gate is locked.

Two-pole fishing is allowed

Shoreline access: Good - Moderate hike required to access undeveloped shoreline.

Species you might catch

Lake information

County: King
Acreage: 17.40 ac.
Elevation: 471 ft.
Center: 47.528743, -122.003832
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Fishing resources

Fishing prospects calendar

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.

Yellow perch

Yellow Perch can be caught year-round. Fishing is best in the summer after they finish spawning in April-May. Fish can be readily angled through the summer from both the shore and boat. Catch begins to decline in the fall as water temperatures cool and fish move offshore forcing anglers to pursue them in boats. Successful fishing for Yellow Perch in the winter involves either targeting schools in deep water from boats or through the ice.