Lake Washington Fishing Guide, Providence County, Rhode Island

• Overview

  Lake Washington sits in Providence County, out in Rhode Island. Elevation runs to 610 feet. Around 41 acres of surface means several distinct areas to work. With about 1.0 miles of edge, you can try several depths in one session. It is high ground by Rhode Island standards. 3.9 miles away sits Pascoag, the nearest town. Beyond it, Foster at 4.3 miles and Chepachet at 4.4 miles. Being near a boundary, it pays to know which side you are fishing.

• Where to Fish on Lake Washington

  Our records carry no depth, so judge it from the bank. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Across Providence County, recorded fish include bluegill, common carp and pumpkinseed. Some of the species recorded here are protected or tightly regulated, so check what may be targeted before you fish. On Lake Washington that means starting tight and working out.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Climate records put July near 70°F and January near 24°F. The season turns properly here, and fish follow it closely. Winter fishing happens on the ice here, with open water back around late March. Break-up sits around late March on average, with the water closing again about late December. From the thaw to midsummer the fishing improves week by week. It holds true on Lake Washington more years than not.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing in our records says who may fish here. Lake Washington Fishing Area is mapped as a fishing spot about half a mile away. A camping area sits within half a mile of here. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Bank access can be seasonal on ground like this. Barbless rules turn up on managed water more often than not. If the gate is shut, Wilbur Pond at 1.1 miles is the nearest alternative. Check the position on Lake Washington before loading the car.