WikiCatchForbes Lake
Washington, United States
- lake
- 4 species listed
- 47.6858, -122.1790
Forbes Lake is a lake in Washington, United States. WikiCatch lists 4 fish species for this water, including Largemouth bass, Yellow perch, Smallmouth bass. The nearest other water we map in Washington is Sammamish River, 2.3 km away.
Species at Forbes Lake
Map
Depth contours are drawn where survey data exists for this water. View on OpenStreetMap →
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Nearby waters
- Sammamish Riverriver2.3 km
- Juanita Creekstream3.6 km
- Juanita Creekstream4.2 km
- Yarrow Creekstream4.8 km
- Fairweather Creekstream6.7 km
- Gold Creekstream7.0 km
- Sturtevant Creekstream7.5 km
- Woodin Creekstream7.5 km
About Forbes Lake
Anglers know Forbes Lake as one of the lesser-trafficked lakes of Washington, United States. The standard playbook on a lake this size is to start shallow at first light, work outward toward deeper water as the sun climbs, and circle back to the shallows before dusk. Surface activity at Forbes Lake is a useful tell — boils, swirls, and rising baitfish point straight at the predator zone.
Reference: Wikipedia
Fishing Techniques
- 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.
- For Yellow perch
When perch are finicky, downsize your bait or lure and use lighter line to increase your chances of getting a bite. Focus on areas near weed beds or drop-offs as they often hold schools of perch.
- For Smallmouth bass
Focus your fishing efforts around rocky structures, ledges, and areas with current, as smallmouth bass prefer these habitats.
Recommended Gear
Tackle commonly used to target the species at Forbes Lake.
Plan Your Trip
Planning a trip to Forbes Lake? Check current conditions before you go: water level, recent weather, and any local closures. United States regulations on licences, seasons, and bag limits apply at Forbes Lake — confirm them ahead of time.
Official Washington fishing regulations →Other Fishing Regions in United States
Website data snapshot: October 24, 2026. Spot location from OpenStreetMap and Wikipedia, species from the WikiCatch database.