Camp Robber Lake Fishing near Tanner, Washington

• Overview

  Set in King County, Camp Robber Lake is a Washington water. This is rolling hill country. At roughly 3 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. It is one of the smaller waters we list in King County. Nearest town is Tanner, 19 miles off. Beyond it, Riverbend at 20 miles and North Bend at 21 miles. This one is safely inside the county line.

• Where to Fish on Camp Robber Lake

  Depth is not on record here, so the bank has to tell you. Read the surface for the wind lane, then fish the edge of it. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. King County records list Chum salmon, Coho salmon, Chinook salmon and sockeye salmon among the fish reported. Several of these carry legal protection or closed seasons; the rulebook comes before the rod. On Camp Robber Lake a short move beats a long cast.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warm month here averages 57°F; the cold one sits at 26°F. A long season, with weather mattering more than the month. It should never be assumed safe, whatever the month says. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. Plan around that when you fish Camp Robber Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. Public mapping records no formal access here, so plan for a walk and soft ground. Light line and small metal for the trout; a fly rod earns its place on calm evenings. Where a permit is needed, the nearest town usually sells it. Fishing rules and camping rules are set separately here. If the gate is shut, Cecils Lake at 0.7 miles is the nearest alternative. Ask locally about Camp Robber Lake if anything is unclear.