Fishing at
Scooteney Reservoir Franklin County


Scooteney Reservoir is a large freshwater lake located in Franklin County, Washington. At an elevation of 925 ft. and 710.7 acres, it's home to several species of fish, including walleye, common carp, yellow perch, channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and yellow bullhead. Scooteney Reservoir provides good shoreline access.

Stocked Fish: None
Lake Size: 710.7 acres
Elevation: 925 ft.
Boat Launch: None
Shoreline Access: Good

Scooteney Reservoir Stocking Reports

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Scooteney Reservoir Map

Scooteney Reservoir Fish Species

Scooteney Reservoir provides good opportunities for walleye and yellow perch. There is also a chance to catch common carp, channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and yellow bullhead throughout the year.


January February March April May June July August September October November December
Walleye
Common carp
Yellow perch
Channel catfish
Largemouth bass
Smallmouth bass
Yellow bullhead

Scooteney Reservoir Fishing Reports

An modestly traveled lake, there has been some successful reports by anglers at Scooteney Reservoir over the past few years.

Anglers reported the most success with walleye. Perch is also a popular species to fish for at Scooteney Reservoir.


Scooteney Reservoir - Perch Fishing Tips

At Scooteney Reservoir, the best time for catching perch is all day. Anglers also reported success with perch around afternoon. Bottom fishing from boat and ice fishing are the common and successful methods used at Scooteney Reservoir to catch perch.


Scooteney Reservoir - Walleye Fishing Tips

The most popular time for catching walleye at Scooteney Reservoir is all day. Anglers also reported success with walleye around afternoon. Worms are the most common and successful baits used at Scooteney Reservoir to catch walleye. Anglers often fish by bottom fishing from boat and trolling for walleye.



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