Trout limits removed and season extended in West Medical Lake

September 20, 2024

Action: Removes daily limit for trout, extends trout season, closes other gamefish.

Effective date: Immediately, through Oct. 13, 2024.

Species affected: Trout and other gamefish.

Location: West Medical Lake (Spokane County).

Rules: Open to fishing for trout only. No daily limit. No minimum size. All other fish species must be released.

Reason for action: West Medical Lake is scheduled to be treated with the piscicide rotenone for fish management purposes.

Additional information: Closed to fishing for all species Oct. 14, 2024, until further notice.

Information contact: Randy Osborne, District 2 Fish Biologist, 509-892-1001, ext. 302.

Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license, appropriate to the fishery. Check the WDFW "Fishing in Washington" rules pamphlet for details on definitions and regulations. Fishing rules are subject to change. Visit wdfw.wa.gov/fishing-hotlines to find a list of mobile, web, print, or customer service phone options for the latest rule information.

Request this information in an alternative format or language at wdfw.wa.gov/accessibility/requests-accommodation, 833-885-1012, TTY (711), or CivilRightsTeam@dfw.wa.gov.