-
Keller Ferry Route Temporary Suspension
Beginning Monday, July 8, 2013, ferry service on the Keller Route will be temporarily suspended for about 5 weeks to upgrade the terminals and fit them to the new vessel. Service will resume on Wednesday, August 14, 2013. Please use alternate routes. More »
-
China Bend Closure
The China Bend Climbing Area is closed until July 15 to protect nesting raptors. More »
Fishing
|
Fishing License Requirements Washington State fishing regulations and licensing requirements apply when fishing on Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area. When in waters adjoining the Colville Reservation a Washington State or Colville fishing license may be used. If you are fishing from shore on the Colville Reservation you must have a Colville Tribal fishing license. Check out the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation website or call (509) 634-2110 for more information. The Spokane Tribe also requires a Spokane Tribal fishing license when fishing from shore on the Spokane Reservation. Call (509) 625-3511 for information. Please do not put fish remains back into the lake. They take a long time to decompose in fresh water, resulting in littered and polluted water. Bank Fishing Before You Go: Check out the updated fish consumption advisory from Washington Department of Public Health. What to Fish For: More than 30 species of fish inhabit this waters. Some common ones that you may encounter are: Walleye In past years more than 90 perscent of all fish causth have been walleye, one of Lake Roosevelt's prized game fish. If you catch one, you can be sure others are around, because walleye travel in schools. Average weight 1-4 lbs. Ranbow Trout White Sturgeon Yellow Perch Lake Whitefish Kokanee Burbot Other fish found in these waters include cutthroat traout, bass, sunfish, carp, perch, pike, and bullhead. |
Did You Know?
Summer ranger programs at Lake Roosevelt are a great way to combine your recreation experience with an understanding of the park's history and environment. Contact the park for program dates and times.