Lake Cushman

Lake Cushman, in Washington, United States, is the kind of reservoir where a careful approach pays off. Shore anglers do well casting parallel to the bank along reed lines and overhanging trees, where ambush predators wait. Boat anglers can fan-cast points and submerged humps — anywhere the bottom changes depth quickly. Lure choice at Lake Cushman usually mirrors the local forage: small baitfish imitations in spring, larger profiles through summer.

Location

47.4623, -123.2674 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Rainbow troutKokanee salmonLargemouth bassCutthroat troutCoastal cutthroat troutSteelhead

Fishing Techniques

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

• For Kokanee salmon

  Use a dodger ahead of your lure to add flash and vibration, attracting kokanee from a distance.

• For Largemouth bass

  Vary your retrieve speed and lure presentation until you find what the bass are keying on, as their preferences can change daily based on weather and water conditions.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Lake Cushman.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Lake Cushman should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Washington before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Lake Cushman.

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