O'Brians Lake, Washington: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  O'Brians Lake is one of the King County waters in Washington. The shore lies 17 miles out. Small at around 11 acres: two anglers spread out cover most of it. Supplies mean a trip to Duvall, 1.9 miles off. Cottage Lake lies 2.7 miles off, Union Hill-Novelty Hill another 3.5 miles. The county edge is within a short distance of the bank.

• Where to Fish on O'Brians Lake

  Open data we checked carries no depth for this water. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. Read the surface for the wind lane, then fish the edge of it. Public occurrence data for King County names Chum salmon, Coho salmon, Chinook salmon and sockeye salmon. At least one recorded species is protected in parts of its range; read the local rules before targeting anything. Treat O'Brians Lake as a water to read rather than to cover.

• Seasonal Patterns

  August is the warm end of the year here, averaging about 64°F, while December sits near 39°F. No part of the year shuts this water. Late winter and spring fish steadiest here. The hot months push the fishing to dawn and dusk. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to O'Brians Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  The access position is unclear from public sources. You can leave the car about half a mile from the water. Trout here take small spinners, spoons and, where fly water allows, a nymph or dry. Read any posted signs at the access point rather than assuming. Some stretches are reserved and marked as such on the ground. The nearest alternative is Welcome Lake, 1.1 miles out. For O'Brians Lake in particular, ask before you travel.