Fishing in Pataha, WA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Pataha, Washington?

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

Q: 🐟 What fish can you catch in Pataha?

Most commonly caught species around Pataha , WA : Smallmouth bass - 862 reported catches Rainbow trout - 256 reported catches Steelhead - 85 reported catches Largemouth bass - 70 reported catches Northern pikeminnow - 56 reported catches .

Q: 📢 What are the latest Pataha fishing reports?

The latest Pataha , WA fishing reports are: @Bohnhead-Fishing reported a nice Pumpkinseed at Steptoe Creek . @Bohnhead-Fishing reported a nice Bluegill at Steptoe Creek . @Bohnhead-Fishing reported a nice Bluegill at Steptoe Creek . @10lb_Bluegill reported a nice Green sunfish at Hells Gate State Park . @10lb_Bluegill reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Hells Gate State Park . .

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

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Washington, United States

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Top fish species in Pataha

Latest Pataha fishing reports

Pumpkinseed

Steptoe Creek

length · weight

Bluegill

Steptoe Creek

length · weight

Bluegill

Steptoe Creek

length · weight

Green sunfish

Hells Gate State Park

9 in · 5 oz

Smallmouth bass

Hells Gate State Park

3 in · 2 oz

Rainbow trout

length · weight

Rainbow trout

Asotin Creek

7 in · 2 oz

Largemouth bass

Steptoe Creek

length · weight

Bluegill

Kiwanis Park

length · weight

Greengill hybrid

Kiwanis 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 September 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

PATAHA CREEKwithin Pomeroy city limitsAll speciesOpen for juvenile anglers, senior anglers and anglers with a disability who possess a designated harvester companion card only.All game fishSat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit. SNAKE RIVER TRIBUTARIESSnake River tributaries except Palouse River, Tucannon River, Asotin Creek, and Grande Ronde RiverAll speciesCLOSED WATERS. TUCANNON RIVERfrom mouth upstream to Tucannon Hatchery Rd. Bridge CRC (653)All speciesBarbless hooks required (salmon and steelhead only).Steelhead (hatchery)Sat. before Memorial Day-July 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.Aug. 1-Apr. 15Min. size 20". Daily limit 3.Other game fishSat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.Nov. 1-Apr. 15Catch-and-release.from Tucannon Hatchery Bridge upstream to 500' above the Rainbow Lake intakeAll speciesCLOSED WATERS.from 500' above Rainbow Lake intake to Cow Camp Bridge CRC (653)All speciesSelective gear rules.All game fishSat. before Memorial Day-Aug. 31Statewide min. size/daily limit.from Cow Camp Bridge upstreamAll speciesCLOSED WATERS. TUCANNON RIVER TRIBUTARIESall tributaries except Pataha CreekAll speciesCLOSED WATERS.

Regulations for

46°28′21.7″N 117°32′40.2″W

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FAQ about Pataha fishing

🎣 Where to fish in Pataha, Washington?

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

🐟 What fish can you catch in Pataha?

Most commonly caught species around Pataha, WA:

Smallmouth bass - 862 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 256 reported catches
Steelhead - 85 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 70 reported catches
Northern pikeminnow - 56 reported catches

📢 What are the latest Pataha fishing reports?

The latest Pataha, WA fishing reports are:

@Bohnhead-Fishing reported a nice Pumpkinseed at Steptoe Creek.
@Bohnhead-Fishing reported a nice Bluegill at Steptoe Creek.
@Bohnhead-Fishing reported a nice Bluegill at Steptoe Creek.
@10lb_Bluegill reported a nice Green sunfish at Hells Gate State Park.
@10lb_Bluegill reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Hells Gate State Park.

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

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: