Bitter Lake
Bitter Lake is one of the lakes in Washington. Most people come here for Walleye, Channel Catfish and Common Carp.
Conditions right now
Live weather is unavailable right now. The ranking below is based on season and time of day.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Feeding times today
Solunar times are a traditional guide based on the moon's position, separate from the live ranking above. Local time at the spot.
Likely catch now (13 species)
About the fishing here
The usual catches here are Walleye, Channel Catfish, Common Carp, Northern Pike, Muskellunge and Rainbow Trout.
For Walleye, the fishing tends to peak around Apr-May, Oct-Nov. The best windows are usually dusk and night.
A state fishing license is required to fish here. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Guides for this water
Fishing permit
A state fishing license is required to fish here. Licenses are issued by each state:
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Bitter Lake?
Anglers here regularly land Walleye, Channel Catfish, Common Carp, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Rainbow Trout, Lake Trout and Brown Trout.
Do you need a fishing license at Bitter Lake?
Yes. A state fishing license is required; see the link on this page for the state's rules.
When is the best time to fish Bitter Lake?
Walleye is generally most active around Apr-May, Oct-Nov. The best windows are usually dusk and night.
What is biting at Bitter Lake right now?
Right now Walleye is the most likely catch, at about 77%.