The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (upper arm) is open for everyone; the other 5 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Baker Lake
Whatcom County, Washington · about 4,340 acres (6.8 sq mi)
46°F water, level falling, calm this morning.
About Baker Lake
Baker Lake spreads over about 4,340 acres in Whatcom County, Washington.
From end to end it runs about 6.8 miles with roughly 25 miles of shoreline. At about 720 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. Peaceful Valley lies about 26 miles to the northwest. Bellingham, the nearest city, is about 37 miles west.
- Size
- About 4,340 acres (6.8 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 25 miles
- End to end
- About 6.8 miles
- Elevation
- About 720 ft
- County
- Whatcom County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise · wind 9 mph
- 2:45 pm – 4:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 3 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:30 am – 8:00 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:15 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 7 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 Washington mix for a lake this size: largemouth bass, walleye, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 46°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- SlowLargemouth bass
Cold and sluggish. Fish slow and deep near steep banks.
- GoodWalleye
Good cool-water bite, best at dusk and after dark.
- FairCrappie
Schooled on deeper brush piles. Fish small jigs slowly.
- SlowBluegill and sunfish
Cold. Deep and hard to tempt. Use tiny baits.
- SlowCatfish
Cold. Slow, in the deepest holes. Cut bait works best.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Upper arm
The lake narrows toward the incoming river or creek; moving water carries food.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
5 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
Falling 1.9 ft in 7 days.
Latest reading .
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 7:12 am · sunset 4:28 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Baker Lake
- Peaceful Valleyabout 26 mi northwest
- Sedro-Woolleyabout 27 mi southwest
- Darringtonabout 27 mi south
- Clear Lakeabout 28 mi southwest
- Bellinghamnearest city, about 37 mi west
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Questions about Baker Lake
What fish are in Baker Lake?
Lakes like Baker Lake usually hold largemouth bass, walleye, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Baker 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 Baker Lake?
About 4,340 acres, with about 25 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Baker Lake?
Peaceful Valley is about 26 miles northwest; Sedro-Woolley is about 27 miles southwest.
What is the water temperature at Baker Lake today?
The surface was about 46°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Baker Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
