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 3 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Goodnews Lake
Bethel, Alaska · about 860 acres (1.3 sq mi)
Calm this morning.
About Goodnews Lake
Goodnews Lake is a lake in Bethel, Alaska, covering about 860 acres.
From end to end it runs about 2.6 miles with roughly 7.7 miles of shoreline. At about 420 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. The nearest town, Dillingham, is about 79 miles southeast.
- Size
- About 860 acres (1.3 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 7.7 miles
- End to end
- About 2.6 miles
- Elevation
- About 420 ft
- County
- Bethel
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Good
- 9:00 am – 11:15 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Sunday Fair
- 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
Expect the usual Alaska mix for a lake this size: trout and northern pike. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake.
- Trout
- Northern pike
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
3 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
No clear reading right now. Narrow or small lakes often have none; the weather and bite times below still apply.
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 9:33 am · sunset 5:18 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Goodnews Lake
- Dillinghamabout 79 mi southeast
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Questions about Goodnews Lake
What fish are in Goodnews Lake?
Lakes like Goodnews Lake usually hold trout and northern pike. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Goodnews 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 Goodnews Lake?
About 860 acres, with about 7.7 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Goodnews Lake?
Dillingham is about 79 miles southeast.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Goodnews Lake?
Check the water temperature on this page before you go: under 70°F feels cold to most swimmers, and under 60°F cold-water shock is a real risk.
Goodnews Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
