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 4 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Imikruk Lagoon
Northwest Arctic, Alaska · about 4,920 acres (7.7 sq mi)
Calm Sunday morning.
About Imikruk Lagoon
Imikruk Lagoon is a lake in Northwest Arctic, Alaska, covering about 4,920 acres.
From end to end it runs about 5.4 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 16.6 miles. The nearest town, Kotzebue, is about 67 miles southeast.
- Size
- About 4,920 acres (7.7 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 16.6 miles
- End to end
- About 5.4 miles
- County
- Northwest Arctic
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 10:15 am – 12:30 pmsunrise · wind 10 mph
- 2:45 pm – 6:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Saturday Fair
- 10:30 am – 12:45 pm bestsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 2:45 pm – 5:00 pmsunset · 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
- 5
4 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 10:59 am · sunset 4:23 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Imikruk Lagoon
- Kotzebueabout 67 mi southeast
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Questions about Imikruk Lagoon
What fish are in Imikruk Lagoon?
Lakes like Imikruk Lagoon usually hold trout and northern pike. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Imikruk Lagoon?
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 Imikruk Lagoon?
About 4,920 acres, with about 16.6 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Imikruk Lagoon?
Kotzebue is about 67 miles southeast.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Imikruk Lagoon?
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.
Imikruk Lagoon on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
