The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (steep ledge) is open for everyone; the other 3 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Imuruk Lake
Northwest Arctic, Alaska · about 17,400 acres (27.2 sq mi)
32°F water, ice 95% cover, calm this afternoon.
About Imuruk Lake
Imuruk Lake is a lake in Northwest Arctic, Alaska, covering about 17,400 acres.
From end to end it runs about 7.4 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 34 miles. At about 1,020 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region.
- Size
- About 17,400 acres (27.2 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 34 miles
- End to end
- About 7.4 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,020 ft
- County
- Northwest Arctic
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Fair
- 10:00 am – 12:15 pmsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:00 pm – 6:15 pm bestsunset, moonrise, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Sunday Fair
- 10:00 am – 12:15 pmsunrise · wind 10 mph
- 3:00 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moonrise · wind 10 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 32°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
- 1Steep ledge
A sharp wall beside deep water; fish hang along the edge at the depth they like.
- 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
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
Frozen · About 95% 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 10:30 am · sunset 4:42 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
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Questions about Imuruk Lake
What fish are in Imuruk Lake?
Lakes like Imuruk Lake usually hold trout, lake trout and northern pike. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Imuruk 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 Imuruk Lake?
About 17,400 acres, with about 34 miles of shoreline.
What is the water temperature at Imuruk Lake today?
The surface was about 32°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Imuruk Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.