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Lake Wenatchee

Chelan County, Washington

WDFW lists Wenatchee Lake at 2,426.7 acres in Chelan County, with sockeye, rainbow trout and whitefish among species.

N1 mi
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Surface area2,427 acres
Max depth—
Shoreline—
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Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Rainbow Trout●●○○○

Sockeye Salmon●●○○○

Cutthroat Trout●○○○○

westslope cutthroat

Boat launches

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

  • Campgrounds and access areasPublic
    WDFW notes several campgrounds and access areas around the lake; shoreline access good.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 Lake Wenatchee 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

  • Bull trout are present; check rules for protected species.
  • Shoreline access is good around campgrounds.

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