Lake Boren Fishing in King County, Washington

• Overview

  Lake Boren lies in King County, in Washington. Tidal water begins 8.6 miles from here. At 16 acres it is the sort of place you fish for an evening rather than a day. Newcastle lies 0.6 miles from the water. Beyond it, Newport at 2.7 miles and Eastgate at 2.9 miles. Nearby alternatives: Phantom Lake within 4.6 miles, Larsen Lake (5.2 miles), Lake Kathleen within 5.2 miles, Lake Sammamish (5.3 miles) and Lake McDonald within 5.9 miles. The nearest boundary is a fair way off.

• Where to Fish on Lake Boren

  Our records hold no depth for this water. Where the bottom changes texture, fish gather; find that line. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. Fish documented in King County include Chum salmon, Coho salmon and Chinook salmon. At least one recorded species is protected in parts of its range; read the local rules before targeting anything. Lake Boren gives up more to patience than to distance.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-run averages give August about 64°F and December about 38°F. The season runs year-round, with the peak either side of summer. March through May is the strongest run, with autumn a second stretch. June to September is hot work, so the first and last hours are what count. Expect Lake Boren to follow that timing.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access status is simply unknown for this water. There is recorded parking some half a mile off. A pier or jetty stands 100 yards away, which helps on a crowded bank. There are toilets mapped about half a mile away. For the trout, small spinners and a box of nymphs cover both approaches. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. If the gate is shut, Phantom Lake at 4.6 miles is the nearest alternative. Nothing on Lake Boren should be assumed from this page alone.