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 2 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Lake Samish
Whatcom County, Washington · about 720 acres (1.1 sq mi)
Calm Tuesday morning.
About Lake Samish
In Whatcom County, Washington, Lake Samish covers about 720 acres.
It stretches about 2.5 miles end to end and its shoreline adds up to about 7.5 miles. Its surface is about 270 ft above sea level. The nearest town, Sudden Valley, is about 3.9 miles north.
- Size
- About 720 acres (1.1 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 7.5 miles
- End to end
- About 2.5 miles
- Elevation
- About 270 ft
- County
- Whatcom County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:45 am – 9:00 amsunrise · wind 3 mph
- 3:00 pm – 4:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 7 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:45 am – 9:00 amsunrise · wind 9 mph
- 3:15 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · 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
Expect the usual Washington mix for a lake this size: largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake.
- Largemouth bass
- Crappie
- Bluegill and sunfish
- Catfish
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
2 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 7:15 am · sunset 4:31 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lake Samish
- Sudden Valleyabout 3.9 mi north
- Genevaabout 5 mi north
- Bellinghamabout 6.7 mi northwest
- Marietta-Alderwoodabout 10 mi northwest
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Questions about Lake Samish
What fish are in Lake Samish?
Lakes like Lake Samish usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lake Samish?
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 Lake Samish?
About 720 acres, with about 7.5 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lake Samish?
Sudden Valley is about 3.9 miles north; Geneva is about 5 miles north.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Lake Samish?
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.
Lake Samish on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
