Guide To Fishing At Cle Elum Lake
AKA: Cle Elum Reservoir

Primarily a trout lake, Cle Elum Lake is a 4,800-acre lake in central WA, 10 miles northwest of the town of Cle Elum. The lake also has populations of salmon and burbot. There are a little over 20 miles of shoreline, and the lake is at an elevation of 2,223 ft above sea level.
April through October are the prime fishing months. There are several camping areas around the lake, including the Wish Poosh Boat Launch & Campground. During late summer when the lake levels are drawn down, the ramps become inaccessible. Anglers will find plenty of shoreline with public access for fishing from the bank all along the eastern side of the lake. Some of these areas are suitable for portage of a canoe or kayak, based on water levels. There is a store, boat rentals and lodging at the lake.
What to fish for...
Fishing for rainbow trout, brown trout, brook trout, lake trout, cutthroat, kokanee, sockeye salmon and burbot at Cle Elum Lake in Washington.
Primary fish species residing in Cle Elum Lake
Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.
Cle Elum Lake Amenities
Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: NO
Restaurant: NEARBY
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Fishing Boat Rentals
The Last Resort
Rentals: Pontoon boats, canoes and kayaks
509 649-2222
Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Speelyi Beach Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast corner of the lake, off Lake Cabins Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
Wish Poosh Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Salmon La Sac Road, this is a three-lane, concrete ramp with paved parking.
Click here for a Washington fishing license.
Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
French Cabin Creek Recreation Area Campground - 509 682-4900
Red Mountain Campground - 509 852-1100
The Last Resort RV Park - 509 649-2222
Dry Creek Campground - 253 273-3001
Wish Poosh Campground - 509 649-3744
Cle Elum Lake WA Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Lake Video
Contact Information
Cle Elum Lake
The Last Resort RV Park
14254 Salmon La Sac Rd
Ronald, WA 98940
509 649-2222
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Cle Elum Lake in Washington.
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Cle Elum Lake provides anglers to opportunity to fish for trout, salmon and burbot in central Washington.