Guide To Fishing At Lake Crescent

AKA: Crescent Lake

Nestled in the Olympic Peninsula, Lake Crescent is a dream destination for photographers and anglers. The setting is gorgeous and the fishing is outstanding. The fishing is limited to catch and release only, with artificial lures which have a single, barbless hook.

Native Beardslee rainbow trout, cutthroat and kokanee all reside in the crystal clear water and grow big and healthy. This 5,100-acre lake in the northwest corner of the state, 15 miles west of Port Angeles, WA has a campground and a lodge, both on the water. There are about 26 miles of shoreline, and the lake sits at an elevation of 580 ft above sea level. Areas around the Lake Crescent Lodge, Fairholme Campground, and along some of the roads adjacent to the lake are areas for fishing from the bank.

What to fish for...

Fishing for Beardslee rainbow trout, cutthroat and kokanee at Lake Crescent in Washington.

Primary fish species residing in Lake Crescent

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Lake Crescent Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Sites: YES
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: YES

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Crescent Lake Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest corner of the lake, off Boat Launch Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and limited parking.

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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Fairholme Campground - 360 565-2955

Lake Crescent WA Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

Lake Video

Contact Information

Lake Crescent
Lake Crescent Lodge
416 Lake Crescent Rd
Port Angeles, WA 98363
888 896-3818

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