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 5 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Ozette Lake
Clallam County, Washington · 7,790 acres (12.2 sq mi)
43°F water, windy Friday (22 mph SSE).
About Ozette Lake
In Clallam County, Washington, Ozette Lake covers 7,790 acres; it is a natural lake. Lake Ozette's deepest point lies more than 300 feet below sea level.
It stretches about 7.9 miles end to end with roughly 27 miles of shoreline. At about 40 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. It reaches about 331 ft at its deepest. Forks lies about 13 miles to the southeast.
- Size
- 7,790 acres (12.2 sq mi)
- Deepest
- About 331 ft
- Shoreline
- About 27 miles
- End to end
- About 7.9 miles
- Elevation
- About 40 ft
- Type
- Natural lake
- County
- Clallam County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Slow
Sunday Slow
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. With the surface at 43°F, the notes below say which of them should be biting.
- SlowLargemouth bass
Cold and sluggish. Fish slow and deep near steep banks.
- SlowCrappie
Cold. Tight schools near deep brush and bridges.
- SlowBluegill and sunfish
Cold. Deep and hard to tempt. Use tiny baits.
- SlowCatfish
Cold. Slow, in the deepest holes. Cut bait works best.
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
- 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
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:22 am · sunset 4:42 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Ozette Lake
- Forksabout 13 mi southeast
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Questions about Ozette Lake
What fish are in Ozette Lake?
Lakes like Ozette Lake usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Ozette Lake?
About 331 ft at the deepest point. The 3-D view shows where the deep water is.
How big is Ozette Lake?
7,790 acres, with about 27 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Ozette Lake?
Forks is about 13 miles southeast.
What is the water temperature at Ozette Lake today?
The surface was about 43°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Ozette Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
