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 5 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Chilkat Lake
Haines, Alaska · about 2,490 acres (3.9 sq mi)
32°F water, calm this morning.
About Chilkat Lake
Chilkat Lake spreads over about 2,490 acres in Haines, Alaska.
From end to end it runs about 4.6 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 16.4 miles. At about 190 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. Haines is about 14 miles east.
- Size
- About 2,490 acres (3.9 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 16.4 miles
- End to end
- About 4.6 miles
- Elevation
- About 190 ft
- County
- Haines
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Fair
- 7:15 am – 9:30 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 2:30 pm – 4:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Saturday Good
- 3:15 pm – 4:15 pm bestsunset, 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 32°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
- 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
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
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
No clear view of the ice yet
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:53 am · sunset 3:41 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Chilkat Lake
- Hainesabout 14 mi east
- Skagwayabout 21 mi northeast
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Questions about Chilkat Lake
What fish are in Chilkat Lake?
Lakes like Chilkat Lake usually hold trout, lake trout and northern pike. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Chilkat 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 Chilkat Lake?
About 2,490 acres, with about 16.4 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Chilkat Lake?
Haines is about 14 miles east; Skagway is about 21 miles northeast.
What is the water temperature at Chilkat Lake today?
The surface was about 32°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Chilkat Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
