The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (steep ledge) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Amanka Lake
Dillingham, Alaska · about 8,140 acres (12.7 sq mi)
37°F water, calm this morning.
About Amanka Lake
In Dillingham, Alaska, Amanka Lake covers about 8,140 acres.
It stretches about 7.4 miles end to end with roughly 36 miles of shoreline. At about 30 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. Dillingham is about 24 miles east.
- Size
- About 8,140 acres (12.7 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 36 miles
- End to end
- About 7.4 miles
- Elevation
- About 30 ft
- County
- Dillingham
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 8:45 am – 11:00 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Saturday Good
- 8:45 am – 11:00 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:30 pm – 6:45 pm bestsunset, moonrise, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Expect the usual Alaska mix for a lake this size: trout, lake trout and northern pike. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 37°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- FairTrout
Cold. Slow and near the surface on sunny days.
- GoodLake trout
Cool surface. They come shallower; try shore points.
- FairNorthern pike
Cold. Slow baits near weed edges and drop-offs.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Steep ledge
A sharp wall beside deep water; fish hang along the edge at the depth they like.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 9:25 am · sunset 5:15 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Amanka Lake
- Dillinghamabout 24 mi east
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Questions about Amanka Lake
What fish are in Amanka Lake?
Lakes like Amanka Lake usually hold trout, lake trout and northern pike. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Amanka Lake?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Amanka Lake?
About 8,140 acres, with about 36 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Amanka Lake?
Dillingham is about 24 miles east.
What is the water temperature at Amanka Lake today?
The surface was about 37°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Amanka Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
