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Keechelus Lake

Kittitas County, Washington

WDFW lists Keechelus Lake at 2,408.5 acres in Kittitas County, with trout and kokanee.

N2 mi
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Surface area2,408 acres
Max depth—
Shoreline—
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Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Rainbow Trout●●●○○

Kokanee●●○○○

Cutthroat Trout●○○○○

Boat launches

2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

  • Forest Service boat launchPublic
    At the upper (southwest) end; also a launch and parking on the south side via the Hyak exit.Directions ↗
  • More public accessPublic
    See the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Keechelus 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) ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (2026-27 pamphlet on eRegulations) before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

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Local tips

  • Use the Hyak exit for the south-side launch.
  • Bull trout are present; check rules before keeping any trout.

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.