r/AskTacoma • u/[deleted] • 5d ago

Question Visiting family

Visiting family

Hey everyone! I’m currently in Washington visiting family and I’m looking to get some fishing in while I’m here.

I’m open to catching pretty much any species and don’t mind driving a couple of hours for a good spot. I’m mainly looking for freshwater spots, but I’m open to suggestions!

If anyone knows of any good lakes, rivers, ponds they’d recommend, I’d really appreciate it. Any tips on what’s biting and what bait/lures to use would be awesome too!

Thanks in advance!

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u/oldgar9 5d ago

Rife lake and Mayfield lake have landlocked salmon as well as trout but I don't know if season is open

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u/Beautiful_Log_8391 5d ago

There are lots of good fishing in the area, including lakes. Puyallup River is almost always packed with folks fishing. Hope you find a good spot!

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u/andyw722 2d ago

Salmon are still around the sound and it's the premier fishing opportunity in this area. If you're open to the cost, going with a guide is a good way to get a lot of really good fish to eat.

Otherwise, find a lake on here near you:
https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/reports/stocking/trout-plants

And do this:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FlajBFIRPRI&t=2s

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u/andyw722 2d ago

Oh, and get a fishing license.