The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Chikuminuk Lake
Dillingham, Alaska · about 24,500 acres (38.3 sq mi)
34°F water, ice 50% cover, calm this morning.
About Chikuminuk Lake
Chikuminuk Lake is a lake in Dillingham, Alaska, covering about 24,500 acres.
From end to end it runs about 15.5 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 75 miles. Its surface is about 610 ft above sea level. The nearest town, Dillingham, is about 78 miles south.
- Size
- About 24,500 acres (38.3 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 75 miles
- End to end
- About 15.5 miles
- Elevation
- About 610 ft
- County
- Dillingham
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 9:00 am – 11:15 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:30 pm – 6:15 pm bestsunset, moonrise, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Saturday Good
- 9:00 am – 11:15 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
For a lake of this size in Alaska, trout, lake trout and northern pike are the fish to expect. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. With the surface at 34°F, the notes below say which of them should be biting.
- 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
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 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
Partly frozen · About 50% ice cover
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 9:31 am · sunset 5:08 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Chikuminuk Lake
- Dillinghamabout 78 mi south
Prices and availability come from booking partners; we may earn a commission at no cost to you.
Questions about Chikuminuk Lake
What fish are in Chikuminuk Lake?
Lakes like Chikuminuk Lake usually hold trout, lake trout and northern pike. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Chikuminuk 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 Chikuminuk Lake?
About 24,500 acres, with about 75 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Chikuminuk Lake?
Dillingham is about 78 miles south.
What is the water temperature at Chikuminuk Lake today?
The surface was about 34°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Chikuminuk Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
