Guide To Fishing At Omak Lake

AKA: Lake Omak

Widely known as a quality Lahona cutthroat trout fishery Omak Lake is a 3,250-acre lake in the north-central part of the state, at Omak, WA. This is a saline endorheic lake, and only supports one fish species - cutthroat trout. The deepest parts of the lake are over 300 feet deep.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Boat Launch Ramps
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

All types of boats are allowed to launch at two boat ramps. The lake is surrounded entirely by land owned by the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation. Fishing enthusiasts can fish the entire lake from a boat, but are not allowed to exit the boat onto the land. The 30 miles of shoreline are off limits, except at designated access areas. Mission Beach Boat Ramp, at Mission Bay, has a boat ramp, campground and a beach for swimming and fishing. Nicholson Beach also has a campground, boat launch (best for small watercraft), parking and a beach for swimming and fishing.

What to fish for...

Fishing for Saline Water - Lahontan cutthroat trout trophy fishery at Omak Lake in Washington.

Primary fish species residing in Omak Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Omak Lake Amenities

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

Today's Weather & Forecast

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Mission Beach Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast corner of the lake, off North End Omak Lake Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.

Click here for a Washington fishing license.