Riffe Lake
Riffe Lake is 11,325.9 acres in Lewis County, stretching more than 13 miles along US-12 east of Mossyrock. It is open year-round and landlocked salmon rules apply.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Landlocked Salmon
Chinook and coho
Rainbow Trout
Cutthroat Trout
resident coastal cutthroat
Smallmouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Crappie
Bluegill
Boat launches
4 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Mossyrock ParkPublicWest end south of the dam; usually usable in low water.Directions ↗
- KosmosPublicEast end; not usable in low water.Directions ↗
- Taidnapam ParkPublicEast end; not usable in low water; fishing bridge.Directions ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Riffe Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (2026-27 pamphlet on eRegulations) ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Riffe Lake ↗Local tips
- Call Tacoma Power's hotline at (888) 502-8690 for reservoir levels before launching.
- Mossyrock Park is the best low-water launch.
- Two-pole fishing is allowed.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.