Kachess Lake
WDFW lists Kachess Lake at 4,377.8 acres in Kittitas County. Kokanee, rainbow trout and cutthroat trout are listed, and bull trout must be released.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Kokanee
Limit 10 per day per WDFW
Rainbow Trout
Cutthroat Trout
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Forest Service boat launchPublicLaunch near the campground; not usable in late summer when the reservoir is drawn downDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Kachess Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (2026-27 pamphlet on eRegulations) ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Kachess Lake ↗Local tips
- Launching is not available in late summer after drawdown.
- Bull trout must be released; two-pole fishing is not allowed.
- Trout limit is 2 per day, 14-inch minimum; kokanee limit is 10.
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