Klonaqua – Upper Lake

Klonaqua - Upper Lake is a lake in Chelan County, Washington and covers about 65.2 acres, reaches about 160 feet at its deepest point and holds roughly 4,300 acre-feet.

During a return to the best bank near scattered wood after warm rain, a point, weed edge, or small drop is more important than simply covering the whole shoreline. Deep water at Klonaqua - Upper Lake gives fish room to move away from shore as summer heat and bright light build.

Fish and Baits

Fish listed for Klonaqua - Upper Lake include Cutthroat Trout.

How to Read the Water

During a cold winter outing near a narrow cove away from empty shoreline, start where two things meet: weeds and open water, rock and mud, a point and a drop, or clear water and dirty water; fish that edge at more than one depth before leaving it.

Season by Season

While using a first shoreline check near a narrow cove in clear water, spring runoff can add color and pull fish toward fresh water; green weeds and the first drop become stronger summer targets; in fall, follow bait toward points and shallow flats, while winter rewards a slower search.

A Simple Tackle Plan

During a cool spring morning near scattered wood after warm rain, a light spinning rod, thin line, a few small spoons, inline spinners, and jigs cover the listed trout; carry one slightly heavier setup when other fish or windy water call for more control.

During a bright afternoon near the first break close to shade, record the wind, water color, depth near the strongest cover, and cover after a bite; those four notes are more useful on the next trip than a long list of spots that did not produce.