Washington lake guide
Conconully Lake Fishing
Conconully Lake is a popular Okanogan County opening-season fishery for Rainbow Trout and Kokanee, with Largemouth Bass providing an additional warmwater opportunity.
LocationOkanogan County, Washington
Primary targetsKokanee, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout
Best seasonSpring through fall
Lake size292.6 acres
Guide reviewed
Scientific profile
Research snapshot
Average depth47 feet
Max depth109 feet
Elevation2323 feet
Summer cautionWind
Lake depth map
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Contour line20 ft Visible depth label
Source: Washington State Department of Ecology. Historical survey data may not reflect current water levels or underwater hazards. Informational only; not for navigation.
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What makes Conconully Lake distinctive
Conconully Lake reaches about 109 feet at its deepest documented point.
Conconully Lake has documented stocking context in the FishyNW research record, adding a managed-fishery component to its profile.
Conconully Lake is documented in Okanogan County County with a dedicated FishyNW fishing and access profile.
Measured & official data
Water Science
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Seasonal Fish Habitat
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How to read this data
Temperature, dissolved oxygen, clarity, nutrients, chlorophyll-a, pH, and conductivity are observations from public monitoring records and may be historical. Thermocline depth is shown only when FishyNW can derive a strong vertical temperature gradient from a measured profile. It is not treated as a permanent lake characteristic.
Trophic indication uses the Carlson Trophic State Index only when FishyNW can normalize a measured chlorophyll-a, Secchi, or total-phosphorus value. It is a derived ecological indicator, not an agency impairment determination.
Seasonal Fish Habitat is shown only when verified bathymetry overlaps a same-day, same-station temperature and dissolved-oxygen profile. It is a historical screening snapshot, not a live prediction of where fish are located.
For lake trout, FishyNW uses the broader USGS-tested screening combination of water at or below 15°C (59°F) and dissolved oxygen at or above 4 mg/L. For other coldwater species, FishyNW does not invent a preferred-temperature threshold; it shows only the observed thermocline-to-oxygenated-depth refuge when the evidence supports it.
Harmful-algae status is never inferred from missing data. Always check the linked state source for current advisories before contact recreation.
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Official static bathymetry
Interactive contours available
Conconully Lake official depth chart
Open the official depth publication to inspect the lake chart. This static survey complements interactive contours when available and should not be used as a navigation chart.
Fishery record
Documented fish species
These species come from the lake record. Open a species guide for identification, seasonal behavior, and practical tactics without confusing general species guidance with a lake-specific survey result.
Trout and salmon
Kokanee
Troll small dodgers, hoochies, wedding rings, or spinners.
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Bass and sunfish
Largemouth Bass
Look for weeds, docks, wood, shade, and warmer pockets.
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Trout and salmon
Rainbow Trout
Use bait, small spinners, spoons, or slow trolling depending on access.
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Stocking information
Conconully Lake Fish Stocking
Recent stocking information summarized from Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Dates and quantities can change. Always verify current fishing rules with the official agency before fishing.
Official stocking history
Five-year summary · 2022–2026
View agency record Fish stocked393,031
Stocking events28
Years stocked5
Species stocked1
Species in this period: Kokanee
Most recent stockings
| Date | Species | Quantity | Size | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2026 | Kokanee | 6,215 | 481 fish/lb (~0 lb each) | OMAK HATCHERY · Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Fish Plants |
| May 20, 2026 | Kokanee | 11,837 | 481 fish/lb (~0 lb each) | OMAK HATCHERY · Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Fish Plants |
Source: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Last checked: Aug 27, 2026 10:01am
Fishery intelligence
Official fishery evidence
Agency survey records and measured fishery data, distilled for trip planning.
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verified signals
Research & surveys
Agency-backed record
Use the evidence
Turn records into a fishing plan
- Compare survey evidence with the seasonal guide.
- Use the map to connect depth, access, and structure.
- Confirm current rules and access before your trip.
Trip conditions
Current conditions
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Tools
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Angler interpretation
How the fishery changes through the seasons
This is the practical layer: use it alongside the documented species, depth, stocking, survey, access, and regulation record above. The current season opens first.
Spring
trout, bass, kokanee- Start here
- Cooler water, recent stocking, fish moving shallow, and protected shorelines or inlets that warm first.
- Watch for
- Cold fronts, changing water levels, muddy inflow, and early-season ramp conditions.
Summer
bass, kokanee early- Start here
- Fish early or late, then adjust toward deeper water, shade, vegetation, or comfortable temperature zones.
- Watch for
- Wind, weeds, algae, heat, and heavier boat traffic.
Fall
trout, bass- Start here
- Cooling water, shoreline structure, points, weed edges, and simple presentations that let you cover water.
- Watch for
- Wind on open water, rapidly changing weather, and shorter daylight windows.
Winter
trout- Start here
- Legal open-water or ice access, stable depth zones, and conservative cold-weather trip plans.
- Watch for
- Ice safety where relevant, ramps, road conditions, cold-water exposure, and current rules.
Know before you go
Rules and restrictions
Two-pole fishing is allowed under the current WDFW profile. Verify current statewide and emergency rules.
Getting on the water
Access and launches
A state-park boat launching facility serves the lake. Shore access is good in accessible areas but is limited by private property around much of the shoreline.
Sorry, there are no mapped boat ramps for this lake yet. Check the access information below for other ways to reach the water.
Keep exploring
Nearby waters
Conconully Reservoir
about 1.9 miles away
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After the trip
Log what happened on the water
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Sources & feedback
Verified resources
Official links for this lake
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