Washington lake guide
Deep Lake — Stevens County Fishing
Deep Lake is a 191.7-acre Stevens County trout-and-kokanee lake stocked annually with Rainbow Trout and Kokanee, with naturalized Brook Trout and Westslope Cutthroat Trout. Largemouth bass and yellow perch are established illegal introductions and WDFW encourages harvest of the warmwater species.
LocationStevens County, Washington
Primary targetsKokanee, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout
Best seasonSpring through fall
Lake size191.7 acres
Kayak suitabilityStrong kayak option
Guide reviewed
Scientific profile
Research snapshot
Max depth45 feet
Elevation2,029 feet
Public launches1
Summer cautionHeat
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 Deep Lake — Stevens County distinctive
FishyNW documents 6 fish species here, giving Deep Lake — Stevens County an unusually broad mix of fishing opportunities.
Deep Lake — Stevens County is documented in Stevens 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
Deep Lake — Stevens County 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.
View species guide
Trout and salmon
Rainbow Trout
Use bait, small spinners, spoons, or slow trolling depending on access.
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Trout and salmon
Brook Trout
See seasonal habitat, presentations, identification, and regulation cautions.
View species guide
Trout and salmon
Westslope Cutthroat Trout
See seasonal habitat, presentations, identification, and regulation cautions.
View species guide
Perch and pike
Yellow Perch
Use small jigs, bait, or dropper rigs near schools.
View species guide
Stocking information
Deep Lake — Stevens County 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 stocked8,005
Stocking events4
Years stocked4
Species stocked1
Species in this period: Kokanee
Most recent stockings
| Date | Species | Quantity | Size | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2025 | Kokanee | 1,980 | 55 fish/lb (~0.02 lb each) | SPOKANE HATCHERY · Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Fish Plants |
| Oct 15, 2024 | Kokanee | 2,000 | 50 fish/lb (~0.02 lb each) | SPOKANE HATCHERY · Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Fish Plants |
Source: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Last checked: Aug 17, 2026 12:31am
Fishery intelligence
Official fishery evidence
Agency survey records and measured fishery data, distilled for trip planning.
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Research & surveys
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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, panfish, kokanee early- Start here
- Fish early or late, then adjust toward deeper water, shade, vegetation, or comfortable temperature zones.
- Watch for
- Heat, 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
perch, 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
Open from the fourth Saturday in April through October 31; verify current regulations.
Keep exploring
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After the trip
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Sources & feedback
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