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Long Lake

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Species
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Long Lake, also known as Lake Spokane, is a Spokane River reservoir created by the construction of Long Lake Dam that spans Lincoln, Spokane, and Stevens Counties in Washington. This year-round fishery provides diverse angling opportunities, from warmwater species like Yellow Perch, Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, and Black Crappie to triploid Rainbow Trout. The reservoir receives 155,000 catchable-size triploid Rainbow Trout annually as part of a 10-year mitigation agreement between Avista Corporation and WDFW. Most anglers fish these waters by boat, though limited shoreline access exists near public boat launches. Access during winter can be limited due to low water conditions that leave many boat launches inaccessible.


Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Long Lake and what's needed to catch them.

Fish stocking schedule

Latest 5 stockings

  • Rainbow Trout16,068 fish · Catchable sizeMay 22, 2026
  • Rainbow Trout15,810 fish · Catchable sizeMay 22, 2026
  • Rainbow Trout15,019 fish · Catchable sizeMay 21, 2026
  • Rainbow Trout15,810 fish · Catchable sizeMay 21, 2026
  • Rainbow Trout13,489 fish · Catchable sizeMay 28, 2025

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 Long Lake. 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.

Know where you can legally fish on Long Lake

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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Take Long Lake with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

  • Use the map without signal

    Download the map around Long Lake to use it offline when coverage drops.

  • Log your catches here

    Keep a private fishing journal for Long Lake to find where and when fish are biting for you.

  • HD depth charts from Garmin

    Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.

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Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)

See the best times to fish Long Lake and check the forecast before you go.

SPOKANE RIVER BELOW NINE MILE DAM AT SPOKANE, WA

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