Post by: grundy53 on February 28, 2019, 07:57:03 AM
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Post by: Sandberm on February 28, 2019, 08:43:48 AM
The Tucannon ponds. :tup:
I'll second this. Easy fishing when you check the stocking report to see which pond has recently been planted. Can be crowded on a weekend though.https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/plants/weekly/ (https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/plants/weekly/)
The banks are nice and wide, not steep, so you do not have to worry about your little ones falling off a cliff like at some of the lakes below potholes reservoir. You can use a bobber at these ponds which seems to keep the kids attention pretty well.
The other added benefit is all the wildlife you will see driving up the canyon. Have your boys compete to see how many deer they can spot. Extra points if they see any turkeys or elk.
Post by: 7mmfan on February 28, 2019, 09:04:52 AM
Lake Curlew also has good camping options, and tons of trout/perch/bass to catch from shore.
As some others have stated, Lake Roosevelt could be a good option. The trout fishing from shore can be good, but the bank playing and swimming is great in the summer. Kids would have a lot of fun there.
Maybe try them all on a couple of long weekends this summer?
Post by: KFhunter on February 28, 2019, 09:10:18 AM
Post by: grundy53 on February 28, 2019, 09:45:39 AM
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Post by: grundy53 on February 28, 2019, 09:46:28 AM
Currently, I'd be willing to bet you could not find a lake in eastern Washington, that is not frozen solid. So bank fishing might be tough.I'm planning on taking them this summer.
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Post by: grundy53 on February 28, 2019, 09:48:30 AM
I've always enjoyed fishing off the bank at Pearrygin in the summer. Can be surprisingly good fishing in the morning. The state park has lots of camping and theres also the resort, where we usually stay. Nice scenery, good weather, good swimming and areas to play.
Lake Curlew also has good camping options, and tons of trout/perch/bass to catch from shore.
As some others have stated, Lake Roosevelt could be a good option. The trout fishing from shore can be good, but the bank playing and swimming is great in the summer. Kids would have a lot of fun there.
Maybe try them all on a couple of long weekends this summer?
Trying them all sounds like a great idea. They will love the adventures.
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Post by: 7mmfan on February 28, 2019, 10:19:00 AM
I've always enjoyed fishing off the bank at Pearrygin in the summer. Can be surprisingly good fishing in the morning. The state park has lots of camping and theres also the resort, where we usually stay. Nice scenery, good weather, good swimming and areas to play.
Lake Curlew also has good camping options, and tons of trout/perch/bass to catch from shore.
As some others have stated, Lake Roosevelt could be a good option. The trout fishing from shore can be good, but the bank playing and swimming is great in the summer. Kids would have a lot of fun there.
Maybe try them all on a couple of long weekends this summer?
Trying them all sounds like a great idea. They will love the adventures.
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I remember doing a long camping trip with my Dad when I was about 8 or 9 years old. We drove to a new lake every day for a week, camping in the back of the truck . It was a ton of fun. At that age, everything outside is an adventure with unlimited potential.
Post by: Fl0und3rz on February 28, 2019, 10:30:58 AM
Post by: Caseyd on February 28, 2019, 10:39:51 AM
With your location I’d shoot for fish lake/lake Wenatchee first. Great camping for the family, bank/dock fishing and can rent a fishing boat for cheap ($20ish) to give the kids another experience.
Post by: grundy53 on February 28, 2019, 10:53:14 AM
That sounds great!I've always enjoyed fishing off the bank at Pearrygin in the summer. Can be surprisingly good fishing in the morning. The state park has lots of camping and theres also the resort, where we usually stay. Nice scenery, good weather, good swimming and areas to play.
Lake Curlew also has good camping options, and tons of trout/perch/bass to catch from shore.
As some others have stated, Lake Roosevelt could be a good option. The trout fishing from shore can be good, but the bank playing and swimming is great in the summer. Kids would have a lot of fun there.
Maybe try them all on a couple of long weekends this summer?
Trying them all sounds like a great idea. They will love the adventures.
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I remember doing a long camping trip with my Dad when I was about 8 or 9 years old. We drove to a new lake every day for a week, camping in the back of the truck . It was a ton of fun. At that age, everything outside is an adventure with unlimited potential.
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Post by: Caseyd on February 28, 2019, 10:57:25 AM
The Tucannon ponds. :tup:
Turkey season, opening fishing combo is always fun :tup:
Post by: rainshadow1 on February 28, 2019, 10:58:31 AM
Planted rainbows are a great place to start, then you'll learn the other species as you go.
My boys started at 2 and 3... you' wouldn't believe how many conversations start with, "Do you remember when we were at the fishing park..." Opportunities are all over the place!
Edit to add: https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/washington/lowland.html
Edit again to add this just for fun.... https://www.facebook.com/steve.tormala/media_set?set=a.1428561284387&type=3
(These guys are 12 and 14 now, both have killed 4 deer, bunches of ducks, a coyote, and two gobblers, and the kite flyer is a much better kayak bass fisherman that I am! His little brother is turning pens in my shop as a hobby business!)
Post by: grundy53 on February 28, 2019, 11:24:53 AM
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Post by: dwils233 on February 28, 2019, 12:07:29 PM
If I'm just trying to get out for a weekend of fishing "action" and not trying to haul in anything amazing, I can't recommend a better set of lakes in my backyard.
Post by: grundy53 on February 28, 2019, 02:00:11 PM
The Pend Oreille Chain Lakes are an absolute blast to camp and fish. Diverse and really active fishery that's perfect for young kids. I've never had a line in the water more than 15 minutes without a bite from something- perch, bass, trout, crappie. Small lakes with a lodge if you want to rent a boat, or multiple access points from FS campgrounds (there's one campground with like 10 beach access sites)Awesome! Sounds great thank you. Are those the ones on tiger pass?
If I'm just trying to get out for a weekend of fishing "action" and not trying to haul in anything amazing, I can't recommend a better set of lakes in my backyard.
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Post by: KFhunter on February 28, 2019, 04:08:18 PM
When it's full a lot of the shoreline is under water, so less beaches exposed. By late July it's down exposing more beach, August is nicest for swimming playing on the shore with warmest water temps but avoid any shallow areas or you could get the swimmers itch, harmless but itchy bumps. I've had it many many times bow fishing carp when it was legal (wading w/o boat or protective clothing) its not a big deal.
https://news.wsu.edu/2018/07/11/swimmers-itch-thriving/
Post by: KFhunter on February 28, 2019, 04:10:08 PM
The Pend Oreille Chain Lakes are an absolute blast to camp and fish. Diverse and really active fishery that's perfect for young kids. I've never had a line in the water more than 15 minutes without a bite from something- perch, bass, trout, crappie. Small lakes with a lodge if you want to rent a boat, or multiple access points from FS campgrounds (there's one campground with like 10 beach access sites)Awesome! Sounds great thank you. Are those the ones on tiger pass?
If I'm just trying to get out for a weekend of fishing "action" and not trying to haul in anything amazing, I can't recommend a better set of lakes in my backyard.
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Ya, and they serve a good burger at the restaurant/gas station there too (lot's of taxi work to gawk at too).. after a long day on the snowmobile it's super gooood!
Oh and you could wander up to the old air force base radar dome, your kids would have a blast playing hide n seek there in the ruins. Lot of guys would paint ball up there.
https://newgs.org/cpage.php?pt=28
lot's of pics, been a long time since I've been up there. I see it's splatted up pretty good now :chuckle:
https://www.zombiehunters.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=32&t=81313//url
It might be blocked off now and walk in only, not sure but I could see it being blocked if it's falling apart now.
Used to be a good place to get your call of duty on