🐟 What fish can you catch in Ellensburg?

Most commonly caught species around Ellensburg , WA : Largemouth bass - 989 reported catches Rainbow trout - 819 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 268 reported catches Northern pikeminnow - 91 reported catches Pumpkinseed - 71 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Ellensburg fishing reports?

The latest Ellensburg , WA fishing reports are: @MeanMouth-Mitchell reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Yakima River . @Operez_ reported a nice Largemouth bass . @2nd_worlds_best_fisherman reported a nice Yellow perch at Rotary Lake . @2nd_worlds_best_fisherman reported a nice Yellow perch at Rotary Lake . @2nd_worlds_best_fisherman reported a nice Rainbow trout at Yakima River . .

Fishing in Ellensburg, WA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Ellensburg, Washington?

Anglers in Ellensburg , WA recommend these top fishing spots: Yakima River , Mattoon Lake , Wenas Lake , Fio Rito Ponds , Woodhouse Ponds .

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Washington, United States

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Top fish species in Ellensburg

Latest Ellensburg fishing reports

Smallmouth bass

Yakima River

length · weight

Largemouth bass

length · weight

Yellow perch

Rotary Lake

length · weight

Yellow perch

Rotary Lake

length · weight

Rainbow trout

Yakima River

length · weight

Tench

Yakima River

length · weight

Largemouth bass

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Yakima River

20 in · 5 lb

Rainbow trout

Mattoon Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Yakima River

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Ellensburg

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Washington can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of April 22nd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Memorable

1 > 17

Max size

12"

Measurement

Total Length

No min. size in lakes, ponds, and reservoirs. Only largemouth bass less than 12" may be retained, except 1 over 17" may be retained. Daily limit 5. No size restriction/daily limit in rivers, streams, and beaver ponds.

For more information please see State of Washington Fishing Regulations

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

BOX CANYON CREEK

from mouth upstream approx. 2 miles to the 20' high waterfall, including that por- tion of the creek that flows through the dry lake bed

All species
CLOSED WATERS.

CLE ELUM RIVER

from mouth to Cle Elum Dam

All species
It is permissible to fish up to the base of Cle Elum Dam.
Mar. 1-Nov. 30
Selective gear rules.
Dec. 1-Last Day of Feb.
Selective gear rules except whitefish gear may be used.
Trout
Year-round
Statewide min. size/daily limit. Except: Release rainbow trout and cutthroat trout.
Other game fish
Year-round
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

above Cle Elum Lake to outlet of Hyas Lake

All species
Selective gear rules.
All game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

COOPER RIVER

from mouth to Cooper Lake

All species
Selective gear rules.
All game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

DE ROUX CREEK

from mouth to the USFS trail 1392 (De Roux Creek Trail)

All species
CLOSED WATERS.

DOMERIE CREEK

All species
Selective gear rules.
All game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

GOLD CREEK

including that portion that flows through the dry Keechelus Reservoir lakebed

All species
CLOSED WATERS.

GOLD CREEK OUTLET CHANNEL

from mouth to Gold Creek Pond

All species
CLOSED WATERS.

KACHESS RIVER

from mouth to Kachess Dam

All species
Selective gear rules.
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
It is permissible to fish up to the base of Kachess Dam.
All game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

from Kachess Lake (Reservoir) upstream to the waterfall approx. 1/2 mile above Mineral Creek

All species
CLOSED WATERS.

MANASTASH CREEK

All species
Selective gear rules.
All game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

MERCER CREEK

All species
Selective gear rules.
All game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

MINERAL CREEK

from mouth to the wilderness boundary

All species
CLOSED WATERS.

NANEUM CREEK

and tributaries

All species
Selective gear rules.
All game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

SWAUK CREEK AND TRIBUTARIES

All species
Selective gear rules.
All game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

TANEUM CREEK AND TRIBUTARIES

All species
Selective gear rules.
All game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

TEANAWAY RIVER

and tributaries except North Fork

All species
Selective gear rules.
All game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

TEANAWAY RIVER, NORTH FORK

mainstem and all tributaries from the mouth to Beverly Creek including Beverly Creek

All species
Selective gear rules.
Trout
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Catch-and-release.
Other game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

from Beverly Creek to the waterfall at the end of USFS Rd. 9737

All species
CLOSED WATERS.

WILSON CREEK

from BNSF RR Bridge upstream

All species
Selective gear rules.
All game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

CLE ELUM LAKE

(Reservoir)

Kokanee
Year-round
Min. size 9". Max. size 15". Daily limit 5.
Other game fish
Year-round
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

EASTON LAKE

All species
Selective gear rules.
Trout
Sat. before Memorial Day- Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit. Except: Release rainbow trout and cutthroat trout.
Other game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day- Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

FIORITO LAKES

All species
Internal combustion motors prohibited.
All game fish
Year-round
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

GOLD CREEK POND

including outlet channel

All species
CLOSED WATERS.

KACHESS LAKE

Reservoir

All species
Chumming permitted. Two-Pole not allowed.
Trout
Year-round
Min. size 14". Daily limit 2.
Other game fish
Year-round
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

KEECHELUS LAKE

Reservoir

All species
Two-Pole not allowed. Chumming permitted.
Trout
Year-round
Min. size 14". Daily limit 2.
Other game fish
Year-round
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

KIWANIS POND

All species
Open for juvenile anglers, senior anglers and anglers with a disability who possess a designated harvester companion card only. Two-Pole not allowed.
All game fish
Year-round
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

LOST LAKE

(Snoqualmie Pass area)

Rainbow trout
Year-round
Min. size 14". Daily limit 2.
Other game fish
Year-round
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

MATTOON LAKE

All species
Internal combustion motors prohibited.
All game fish
Year-round
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

MCCABE POND

All species
Motors prohibited.
All game fish
Year-round
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

NANEUM POND

All species
Open for juvenile anglers, senior anglers and anglers with a disability who possess a designated harvester companion card only. Two-Pole not allowed.
All game fish
Year-round
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

TUCQUALA LAKE

Trout
Sat. before Memorial Day- Oct. 31
Min. size 8". Daily limit 2.
Other game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day- Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

UMTANUM CREEK

All species
Selective gear rules.
All game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

WENAS CREEK

from mouth to Wenas Lake and all tributaries

All species
Selective gear rules.
All game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

Regulations for

46°59′57.8″N 120°32′51.7″W

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FAQ about Ellensburg fishing

Anglers in Ellensburg, WA recommend these top fishing spots: Yakima River, Mattoon Lake, Wenas Lake, Fio Rito Ponds, and Woodhouse Ponds.

Most commonly caught species around Ellensburg, WA:

Largemouth bass - 989 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 819 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 268 reported catches
Northern pikeminnow - 91 reported catches
Pumpkinseed - 71 reported catches

The latest Ellensburg, WA fishing reports are:

@MeanMouth-Mitchell reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Yakima River.
@Operez_ reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@2nd_worlds_best_fisherman reported a nice Yellow perch at Rotary Lake.
@2nd_worlds_best_fisherman reported a nice Yellow perch at Rotary Lake.
@2nd_worlds_best_fisherman reported a nice Rainbow trout at Yakima River.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Ellensburg, WA. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: