🐟 What fish can you catch in Pataha?

Most commonly caught species around Pataha , WA : Smallmouth bass - 720 reported catches Rainbow trout - 213 reported catches Steelhead - 83 reported catches Largemouth bass - 67 reported catches Northern pikeminnow - 56 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Pataha fishing reports?

The latest Pataha , WA fishing reports are: @gradyquigley reported a nice Smallmouth bass . @ryanlaplante reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Hells Gate State Park . @ryanlaplante reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Hells Gate State Park . @ryanlaplante reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Hells Gate State Park . @gavin.lofgren reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Lower Granite Lake . .

Fishing in Pataha, WA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Pataha, Washington?

Anglers in Pataha , WA recommend these top fishing spots: Snake River (WA / ID) , Lake Bryan , Lower Granite Lake , Wawawai Bay , Tucannon River .

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

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Q: What's the biggest Smallmouth bass caught in Pataha?

The biggest Smallmouth bass (by length) reported in Pataha , WA was a 2 ft / 10 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @andrejohnson5852 at Hells Gate State Park on July 25, 2025 .

Q: What's the biggest Rainbow trout caught in Pataha?

The biggest Rainbow trout (by length) reported in Pataha , WA was a 3 ft / 10.1 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @EatFishSleep at Wawawai Bay on June 12, 2022 .

Q: What's the biggest Steelhead caught in Pataha?

The biggest Steelhead (by length) reported in Pataha , WA was a 17 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @jpasparky8 at Lower Granite Lake on December 26, 2016 .

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Top fish species in Pataha

Latest Pataha fishing reports

Smallmouth bass

4 in · 3 oz

Smallmouth bass

Hells Gate State Park

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Hells Gate State Park

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Hells Gate State Park

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Lower Granite Lake

length · weight

Northern pikeminnow

Lake Bryan

length · weight

Rainbow trout

West Evans Pond

length · weight

Rainbow trout

Rainbow Lake

length · weight

Coastal cutthroat trout

West Evans Pond

14 in · 1 lb

Smallmouth bass

Hells Gate State Park

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Pataha

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 May 6th, 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

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

Micropterus dolomieui

PATAHA CREEK

within Pomeroy city limits

All species
Open for juvenile anglers, senior anglers and anglers with a disability who possess a designated harvester companion card only.
All game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.

SNAKE RIVER TRIBUTARIES

Snake River tributaries except Palouse River, Tucannon River, Asotin Creek, and Grande Ronde River

All species
CLOSED WATERS.

TUCANNON RIVER

from mouth upstream to Tucannon Hatchery Rd. Bridge CRC (653)

All species
Barbless hooks required (salmon and steelhead only).
Steelhead (hatchery)
Sat. before Memorial Day-July 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.
Aug. 1-Apr. 15
Min. size 20". Daily limit 3.
Other game fish
Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31
Statewide min. size/daily limit.
Nov. 1-Apr. 15
Catch-and-release.

from Tucannon Hatchery Bridge upstream to 500' above the Rainbow Lake intake

All species
CLOSED WATERS.

from 500' above Rainbow Lake intake to Cow Camp Bridge CRC (653)

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

from Cow Camp Bridge upstream

All species
CLOSED WATERS.

TUCANNON RIVER TRIBUTARIES

all tributaries except Pataha Creek

All species
CLOSED WATERS.

Regulations for

46°28′21.7″N 117°32′40.2″W

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FAQ about Pataha fishing

Anglers in Pataha, WA recommend these top fishing spots: Snake River (WA / ID), Lake Bryan, Lower Granite Lake, Wawawai Bay, and Tucannon River.

Most commonly caught species around Pataha, WA:

Smallmouth bass - 720 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 213 reported catches
Steelhead - 83 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 67 reported catches
Northern pikeminnow - 56 reported catches

The latest Pataha, WA fishing reports are:

@gradyquigley reported a nice Smallmouth bass.
@ryanlaplante reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Hells Gate State Park.
@ryanlaplante reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Hells Gate State Park.
@ryanlaplante reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Hells Gate State Park.
@gavin.lofgren reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Lower Granite Lake.

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

Plan smarter: Get hour-by-hour fishing weather conditions.
Fish at peak times: Use BiteTime™ predictions to maximize catches.
Stay ahead of the weather: Get hyper-local, real-time updates.

The biggest Smallmouth bass (by length) reported in Pataha, WA was a 2 ft / 10 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @andrejohnson5852 at Hells Gate State Park on July 25, 2025.

The biggest Rainbow trout (by length) reported in Pataha, WA was a 3 ft / 10.1 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @EatFishSleep at Wawawai Bay on June 12, 2022.