Fishing in Ione, WA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Ione, Washington?

Anglers in Ione , WA recommend these top fishing spots: Pend Oreille River , Lake Thomas , Diamond Creek , Lake Gillette , Coffin Lake .

Q: 🐟 What fish can you catch in Ione?

Most commonly caught species around Ione , WA : Smallmouth bass - 360 reported catches Rainbow trout - 223 reported catches Largemouth bass - 114 reported catches Yellow perch - 76 reported catches Lake char - 69 reported catches .

Q: 📢 What are the latest Ione fishing reports?

The latest Ione , WA fishing reports are: @lucascanner reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Pend Oreille River . @lucascanner reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Pend Oreille River . @christophertaylor6589 reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Pend Oreille River . @blakeschmedding reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Priest Lake . @enchantedcoal reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Four Mile Creek . .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Ione?

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Washington, United States

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Top fish species in Ione

Latest Ione fishing reports

Smallmouth bass

Pend Oreille River

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Pend Oreille River

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Pend Oreille River

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Priest Lake

23 in · 6 lb 5 oz

Smallmouth bass

Four Mile Creek

length · weight

Northern pikeminnow

Pend Oreille River

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Priest Lake

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Pend Oreille River

17 in · 3 lb

Pend Oreille River

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Pend Oreille River

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Ione

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 Smallmouth bass as of July 26th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Smallmouth bass

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Memorable

1 > 14

Measurement

Total Length

Restrictions & requirements

Additional information

No min. size in lakes, ponds, and reservoirs. Only 1 smallmouth bass over 14" may be retained. Daily limit 10. No size restriction/daily limit in rivers, streams, and beaver ponds.For more information please see State of Washington Fishing Regulations

Synonyms

Micropterus dolomieui

Location specific information

CALISPELL CREEKfrom mouth to Calispell LakeAll speciesYear-roundWDFW and Kalispel tribal licenses required to fish Calispell Slough.All game fishYear-roundStatewide min. size/daily limit.PEND OREILLE RIVERAll speciesTwo-Pole allowed.Year-roundCLOSED WATERS all sloughs within the boundaries of the Kalispel reservation, except Calispell Slough. WDFW and Kalispel tribal licenses required to fish Calispell Slough.All game fishYear-roundStatewide lake rules apply.SULLIVAN CREEK AND TRIBUTARIESAll speciesSelective gear rules.TroutSat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit. Except: Release cutthroat.Other game fishSat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.BIG MEADOW LAKEAll speciesUnlawful to use lead weights or lead jigs measuring 1 1/2" or less along the longest axis.All game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.BROWNS LAKEAll speciesFly fishing only. Motors prohibited.All game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.CALDWELL LAKEAll game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit. Except: Eastern brook trout count as part of trout daily limit.CARL'S LAKEAll game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.CHAIN LAKEAll game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit. Except: Release kokanee.CONGER PONDAll game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.CRESCENT LAKEAll game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.FAN LAKEAll speciesInternal combustion motors prohibited.All game fish4th Sat. in Apr.- Sept. 30Statewide min. size/daily limit.FRATER LAKEAll game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.KINGS LAKEand all tributariesAll speciesCLOSED WATERS.LEAD KING LAKEAll game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.LEDBETTER LAKEAll game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.LITTLE LOST LAKEAll game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.MARSHALL LAKEAll game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.MUSKEGON LAKEAll speciesSelective gear rules. Internal combustion motors prohibited.Trout4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Min. size 14". Daily limit 2.Other game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.MYSTIC LAKEAll game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.NO NAME LAKEAll game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.PARKER LAKEAll game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.PETIT LAKEAll speciesInternal combustion motors prohibited.All game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.SACHEEN LAKEAll game fishYear-roundStatewide min. size/daily limit. Except: Eastern brook trout count as part of trout daily limit.SKOOKUM LAKE NORTHAll game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.SKOOKUM LAKE SOUTHAll speciesUnlawful to use lead weights or lead jigs measuring 1 1/2" or less along the longest axis.All game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.SULLIVAN LAKETroutYear-roundMin. size 14". Daily limit 2.Other game fishYear-roundStatewide min. size/daily limit.YOCUM LAKEAll speciesUnlawful to use lead weights or lead jigs measuring 1 1/2" or less along the longest axis. Internal combustion motors prohibited.All game fish4th Sat. in Apr.-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.

Regulations for

48°44′24″N 117°25′17.4″W

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FAQ about Ione fishing

🎣 Where to fish in Ione, Washington?

Anglers in Ione, WA recommend these top fishing spots: Pend Oreille River, Lake Thomas, Diamond Creek, Lake Gillette, and Coffin Lake.

🐟 What fish can you catch in Ione?

Most commonly caught species around Ione, WA:

Smallmouth bass - 360 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 223 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 114 reported catches
Yellow perch - 76 reported catches
Lake char - 69 reported catches

📢 What are the latest Ione fishing reports?

The latest Ione, WA fishing reports are:

@lucascanner reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Pend Oreille River.
@lucascanner reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Pend Oreille River.
@christophertaylor6589 reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Pend Oreille River.
@blakeschmedding reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Priest Lake.
@enchantedcoal reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Four Mile Creek.

📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Ione?

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Ione, 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: