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Lake McDonald

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Washington, United States

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Rainbow trout

17 in · 2 lb 3 oz

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Black crappie

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Rainbow trout

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Rainbow trout

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Black crappie

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Black crappie

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General info

Lake McDonald is a lake located in King County, Washington, United States. It is most popular for fishing Rainbow trout, Black crappie, and Largemouth bass.

Location

47°28′17.1″N 122°04′37.7″W
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Fishing regulations at Lake McDonald, WA

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.

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FAQ about Lake McDonald fishing

Lake McDonald is a lake located in King County, Washington, United States. Its coordinates are:
47°28′17.1″N 122°04′37.7″W
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