Colville River

Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 1
Species: 17

The Colville River is a stream located in Stevens County in northeastern Washington state. This river flows into Lake Roosevelt and is known for supporting a diverse population of game fish. It offers anglers a variety of fishing opportunities throughout the year, from challenging brown trout fishing to productive walleye spots near its mouth. The Colville is accessible at various points including the town of Valley, near Meyers Falls, and its confluence with Lake Roosevelt, making it a versatile destination for anglers in the region.

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Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Colville River and what's needed to catch them.

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Largemouth Bass

Micropterus salmoides

Smallmouth Bass

Micropterus dolomieu

Rainbow Trout

Oncorhynchus mykiss

Brown Trout

Salmo trutta

Brook Trout

Salvelinus fontinalis

Cutthroat Trout

Oncorhynchus clarkii

Northern Pike

Esox lucius

Walleye

Sander vitreus

Bluegill Sunfish

Lepomis macrochirus

Burbot

Lota lota

Common Carp

Cyprinus carpio

Green Sunfish

Lepomis cyanellus

Lake Whitefish

Coregonus clupeaformis

Mountain Whitefish

Prosopium williamsoni

Northern Pikeminnow

Ptychocheilus oregonensis

Pumpkinseed

Lepomis gibbosus

Yellow Perch

Perca flavescens

Fish stocking schedule

All stockings · 2

Rainbow Trout518 fish · FryNov 2, 2022
Rainbow Trout8,828 fish · Catchable sizeNov 5, 2021

Source

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife

Updated Nov 13, 2026. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Colville River. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Franklin Roosevelt Lake Access

Access Point

Know where you can legally fish on Colville River

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Washington licenses and regulations

Washington Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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Washington Fishing License

Residents and non-residents alike must have a license to fish or shellfish in Washington waters. Everyone age 15 and older needs a fishing license. You do not need a license if you are fishing for common carp, crawfish, bullfrogs, or collecting relic shells.

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Washington Fishing Regulations

This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. This river is prone to emergency regulations. Stay up to date on specific river regulation changes. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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Washington Stream Access Laws

In Washington, the public has a right to use streams that are capable of floating a “bolt of shingles” during high flows. While a bolt of shingles is not large, this test does eliminate some smaller streams capable of being floated in a kayak. Washington does not recognize a right to portage across private land.

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