Well after moving to Wenathchee late last year I am finally going to give the Kokanee fishing a shot at Chelan. The fellas at Hook'd on Toys were more than helpful with getting me geared up (they saw sucker all over my face when I walked in...)
I have read a number of posts about areas to fish but they don't translate to someone who has never fished the lake. Can someone tell me in lay mans terms some spots to try? I will be launching at Mill Bay...if you see me on the water say hello...I will be in the fully camo'd boat (so you may not see me at first...hahaha).
First time for Kokanee on Lake Chelan tomorrow 3/23
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First time for Kokanee on Lake Chelan tomorrow 3/23
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Re: First time for Kokanee on Lake Chelan tomorrow 3/23
Head directly across the lake and drop your gear about fifty yards out from the blue roofed condos down lake from the city park. You'll see lots of other fishing boats in the area. We hit the area all the time and usually pull limits quickly.
Don't forget the shoepeg corn...
Also, you can launch from the Chelan side of the lake at the city launch. As you drive into Chelan, follow the signs to the city launch keeping the lake out your drivers side window and you won't have to drive all the way up to Manson. The city launch is up by the dam. Pay close attention to the no wake zone because if you don't you'll end up with a ticket.
They watch it closely...
Two person limit
Don't forget the shoepeg corn...
Also, you can launch from the Chelan side of the lake at the city launch. As you drive into Chelan, follow the signs to the city launch keeping the lake out your drivers side window and you won't have to drive all the way up to Manson. The city launch is up by the dam. Pay close attention to the no wake zone because if you don't you'll end up with a ticket.
They watch it closely...
Two person limit
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Re: First time for Kokanee on Lake Chelan tomorrow 3/23
Thanks Big D...got the corn
Re: First time for Kokanee on Lake Chelan tomorrow 3/23
I heard they were deep, too. Also heard they were bigger than Big D's. Maybe it was a fish story.
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He said, “Throw your net on the right side of the boat and you will find some.” When they did, they were unable to haul the net in because of the large number of fish.
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Re: First time for Kokanee on Lake Chelan tomorrow 3/23
I talked with someone on the phone who said they got big ones deep, but I did not get to see pictures.gfakkema wrote:There was a recent koke report from Chelan. Pic showed many that looked to be decent size.
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He said, “Throw your net on the right side of the boat and you will find some.” When they did, they were unable to haul the net in because of the large number of fish.
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Re: First time for Kokanee on Lake Chelan tomorrow 3/23
Sorry that it has taken me so long to reply. I was successful the second time out and we managed to boat 8 nice Kokes in about 3 hrs. All were off Rocky Point in between 60-90' of water. Lately the fish have moved up lake and they seem to be schooling up more. thanks for the advice
Re: First time for Kokanee on Lake Chelan tomorrow 3/23
hey Crestliner,
my brother and I are headed over in a couple hours and I've never chased kokes on chelan before, only bass. I see things like Colyar ledge, rocky point, etc. I dont see those names pop up on a map though... where are they?
were you running your downrigger at 60-90ft?
my brother and I are headed over in a couple hours and I've never chased kokes on chelan before, only bass. I see things like Colyar ledge, rocky point, etc. I dont see those names pop up on a map though... where are they?
were you running your downrigger at 60-90ft?
Re: First time for Kokanee on Lake Chelan tomorrow 3/23
Colyar Ledge is a "new" landmark where the new state record laker was caught this year... It's above the Yacht Club...
Rocky Point is on the North shore between Chelan and Manson... just down lake from the Mill Bay Boat launch... when you get on the lake and look at the North shore, you'll see it...
Rocky Point is on the North shore between Chelan and Manson... just down lake from the Mill Bay Boat launch... when you get on the lake and look at the North shore, you'll see it...