Fishing at
Rufus Woods Lake Okanogan County


Rufus Woods Lake is a very large freshwater lake located in Okanogan County, Washington. At an elevation of 950 ft. and 8022.5 acres, it's home to several species of fish, including kokanee, walleye, brown trout, common carp, yellow perch, rainbow trout and smallmouth bass. Rufus Woods Lake provides good shoreline access.

Stocked Fish: None
Lake Size: 8022.5 acres
Elevation: 950 ft.
Boat Launch: None
Shoreline Access: Good

Rufus Woods Lake Stocking Reports

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Rufus Woods Lake Map

Rufus Woods Lake Fish Species

Rufus Woods Lake provides good opportunities for walleye and rainbow trout. There is also a chance to catch kokanee, brown trout, common carp, yellow perch and smallmouth bass throughout the year.


January February March April May June July August September October November December
Kokanee
Walleye
Brown trout
Common carp
Yellow perch
Rainbow trout
Smallmouth bass

Rufus Woods Lake Fishing Reports

An somewhat popular lake, there has been many reports by anglers at Rufus Woods Lake over the past few years.

Anglers reported the most success with rainbow trout. Walleye is also a popular species to fish for at Rufus Woods Lake.


Rufus Woods Lake - Rainbow Trout Fishing Tips

At Rufus Woods Lake, the best time for catching rainbow trout is all day. Anglers also reported success with rainbow trout around morning. Popular baits used include power bait and worms for rainbow trout. Trolling and bottom fishing from boat are the common and successful methods used at Rufus Woods Lake to catch rainbow trout.


Rufus Woods Lake - Walleye Fishing Tips

The most popular time for catching walleye at Rufus Woods Lake is all day. Anglers also reported success with walleye around evening. Anglers often fish by bottom fishing from boat and trolling for walleye.



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