Fishing at
Baker Lake Whatcom County

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• Salmon
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• Rainbow Trout

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Baker Lake is a very large freshwater highland lake located in Whatcom County, Washington. At an elevation of 703 ft. and 4755.3 acres, it's home to several species of fish, including kokanee, bull trout, rainbow trout, sockeye salmon and mountain whitefish.

Stocked Fish: None
Lake Size: 4755.3 acres
Elevation: 703 ft.
Boat Launch: None

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Baker Lake Stocking Reports

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Baker Lake Map

Baker Lake Fish Species

A high-elevation rugged lake, Baker Lake provides opportunities for kokanee, bull trout, rainbow trout, sockeye salmon and mountain whitefish throughout the year.

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Baker Lake Fishing Reports

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

Anglers reported the most success with salmon. Rainbow trout is also a popular species to fish for at Baker Lake.

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Baker Lake - Salmon Fishing Tips

At Baker Lake, the best time for catching salmon is morning. Anglers also reported success with salmon around all day. Popular baits used include shrimp and attractor for salmon. Trolling and downriggers are the common and successful methods used at Baker Lake to catch salmon.

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Baker Lake - Sockeye Salmon Fishing Tips

The most popular time for catching sockeye salmon at Baker Lake is morning. Anglers also reported success with sockeye salmon around all day. Prawns and shrimp are the most common and successful baits used at Baker Lake to catch sockeye salmon. Anglers often fish by downriggers and trolling for sockeye salmon.

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Baker Lake - Rainbow Trout Fishing Tips

At Baker Lake, the best time for catching rainbow trout is morning. Anglers also reported success with rainbow trout around afternoon. Trolling and bottom fishing from shore are the common and successful methods used at Baker Lake to catch rainbow trout.

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Baker Lake Pictures & Media

Image of Baker Lake

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Nearby Lakes Similar to Baker Lake

There are a number of similar sized lakes relatively close to Baker Lake, including Mason Lake, Billy Clapp Lake, Silver Lake, Yale Reservoir and Sprague Lake.

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