Fishing at
Downs Lake Spokane County


Downs Lake is a large freshwater lake located in Spokane County, Washington. At an elevation of 1961 ft. and 406.1 acres, it's home to several species of fish, including tiger trout, yellow perch, black crappie, rainbow trout, brown bullhead, largemouth bass and pumpkinseed sunfish. Downs Lake provides good shoreline access.

Stocked Fish: None
Lake Size: 406.1 acres
Elevation: 1961 ft.
Boat Launch: None
Shoreline Access: Good

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Downs Lake Map

Downs Lake Fish Species

Downs Lake provides excellent opportunities for largemouth bass as well as good opportunities for yellow perch, black crappie, rainbow trout, brown bullhead and pumpkinseed sunfish. There is also a chance to catch tiger trout throughout the year.


January February March April May June July August September October November December
Tiger trout
Yellow perch
Black crappie
Rainbow trout
Brown bullhead
Largemouth bass
Pumpkinseed Sunfish

Downs Lake Fishing Reports

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

Anglers reported the most success with largemouth bass. Perch is also a popular species to fish for at Downs Lake.


Downs Lake - Largemouth Bass Fishing Tips

At Downs Lake, the best time for catching largemouth bass is morning. Anglers also reported success with largemouth bass around all day. Top fishing from boat and bottom fishing from boat are the common and successful methods used at Downs Lake to catch largemouth bass.


Downs Lake - Perch Fishing Tips

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



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For November:
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For November:
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For November:
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