Guide To Fishing At Potholes Reservoir
AKA: Potholes Lake

A fishery with multiple warm-water species of fish, Potholes Reservoir is home to bass, crappie, walleye, perch, bluegill, whitefish and (stocked) rainbow trout. This sprawling, 27,800-acre lake in central WA, 5 miles south of Moses Lake can produce quality fishing one year and just mediocre the next.
At an elevation of 1,043 ft above sea level it will occasionally freeze over, providing ice fishing opportunities for walleye, perch and trout. April through September are generally the best months to plan a fishing trip. Boat launch ramps, rental boats, camping and convenience stores are close by to keep your trip simple. There is lots of shallow water and access to the shoreline for fishing from the bank or portage of canoes and kayaks.
What to fish for...
Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, bluegill, yellow perch and whitefish at Potholes Reservoir in Washington.
Primary fish species residing in Potholes Reservoir
Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.
Potholes Reservoir Amenities
Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: YES
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Fishing Boat Rentals
MarDon RV resort Marina
Rentals: Kayaks
509 346-2651
Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Blythe Public Access Boat Ramp
Located in the southwest corner of the lake, off Highway 262, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.
Potholes State Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Campground Loop, this is a five-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
Sampsons Pit Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast corner of the lake, off Highway 262, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.
Marinas
MarDon RV resort Marina
8198 Hwy 262 SE
Othello, WA 99344
509 346-2651
Click here for a Washington fishing license.
Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Potholes State Park Campground - 509 346-2759
O'Sullivan Sportsman Resort RV Park - 509 346-2447
Cascade Park Campground - 509 764-3805
Desert Oasis RV Park - 509 764-5319
Suncrest RV Park - 509 765-0355
Lakefront RV Park - 509 765-8294
Potholes Reservoir WA Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Lake Video
Contact Information
Potholes Reservoir
Potholes State Park
6762 Washington 262 East
Othello, WA 99344
509 346-2759
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Potholes Reservoir in Washington.
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Potholes Reservoir provides anglers to opportunity to fish for bass, crappie, walleye, perch, bluegill, whitefish and trout in central Washington.