Good late-season action for largemouth and smallmouth bass with a few other warm water species present too. Chapman also provides good catches of kokanee, with a generous kokanee limit; check the regulations pamphlet for details.
Chapman Lake is currently not open to public motorized boaters due to issues with access. WDFW is working to develop motorized boat access on the recently acquired WDFW property (from DNR). Until public access is restored WDFW will have limited fish management activities on this lake, and any access is via foot traffic only. For access questions call 509-892-1001.
Two-pole fishing is allowed
Shoreline access: Good - Minimal shoreline access via recently acquired WDFW property (foot traffic only).
Species you might catch
- Black crappie
- Brown bullhead
- Kokanee
- Largemouth bass
- Pumpkinseed Sunfish
- Rainbow trout
- Signal crayfish
- Smallmouth bass
- Yellow perch
Lake information
County: Spokane
Acreage: 128.30 ac.
Elevation: 2156 ft.
Center: 47.363848, -117.567885
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