Lake Washington
Meeker County, Minnesota
Today's Fishing Forecast
Fishing looks to be moderately active with peak fishing times around 3-5 PM. SEE MORE
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Washington, MN
- How big is Lake Washington?
- How deep is Lake Washington?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Washington?
- What are the closest cities to Lake Washington?
- Are there places to stay in the Lake Washington area?
- Are there boat launches on Lake Washington?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Lake Washington?
- What is the average air temp for Lake Washington?
How big is Lake Washington?
How deep is Lake Washington?
What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Washington?
Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Blacknose Shiner, Bluntnose Minnow, Brook Silverside, Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Johnny Darter, Logperch, Shorthead Redhorse and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Lake Washington?
Are there places to stay in the Lake Washington area?
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Are there boat launches on Lake Washington?
Are there places to eat and drink near Lake Washington?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Lake Washington?
Join us in the fight to prevent the spread of invasive species These sneaky creatures can hitch a ride on boats, clinging onto propellers, anchor lines, and trailers. They can even survive in hidden places like bilge water and ballast tanks, or disguise themselves in dirt and sand that sticks to nets, buckets, anchors, and waders. But don't worry, we have the power to stop them in their tracks with just a few simple steps. So let's do our part and protect our waters from these unwanted invaders.
History & Status of the Fishery
A targeted survey (fall nighttime electrofishing) was conducted on Lake Washington on October 4th, 2023, to evaluate young of the year (YOY) and yearling Walleye abundance. A total of 89 YOY were sampled for a catch rate of 66.8 fish/hr, which was above the lake's historical median (33.8 fish/hr). In 2023, the average length for YOY was 5.2 inches, which was the shortest average on record and was below Washington's historical average (6.9 inches). Walleye fry were stocked this year. In 2023, a total of 4 yearlings were sampled for a catch rate of 3.0 fish/hr, which was above Washington's historical median (2.6 fish/hr). The average length for the yearlings was 11.8 inches and was slightly above Washington's historical average (11.7 inches).
What is the average air temp for Lake Washington?
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Lake Washington...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.5 mi | 17 | |
| Lake Darwin | 1.8 mi | 163 | |
| Stevens Lake | 1.9 mi | 30 | |
| Turtle Lake | 2.2 mi | 47 | |
| Sellards Lake | 2.2 mi | 96 | |
| Lake Stella | 2.3 mi | 599 | 75 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 2.3 mi | 22 | |
| Schoolhouse Lake | 2.5 mi | 54 | |
| Unnamed Lake | 2.9 mi | 10 | |
| Hart Lake | 2.9 mi | 57 |
