Chelan, WA Fishing Trip — January
Your Chelan, WA Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 32°F / Low 24°F1.1" rain · 7 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in January
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairBrown Trout
Various
FairRainbow Trout
Various
FairNorthern Pike
Various
January Weather in Chelan
32°F
Avg High
24°F
Avg Low
1.1"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
2 in Chelan + 3 Nearby
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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Washington Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$30.05
Non-Resident$84.50
Requirements
Required for ages 15+. Freshwater, saltwater, and combination licenses available. Catch record card required for salmon/steelhead.
Species Regulations
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Check specific lake regulations as some have different limits or are catch-and-release only.
Brown Trout
Season:Year-round, unless otherwise specified for specific waters
Bag Limit:5 per day, no more than 2 over 14 inches
Size Limit:No minimum size, unless otherwise specified for specific waters
Check specific water body regulations for exceptions to statewide rules. Some waters may be catch-and-release only.
Rainbow Trout
Season:Varies by water body
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:Varies by water body
Regulations vary significantly by water body. Consult the Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet for specific locations.
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Northern Pike are a prohibited species in Washington, and must be killed if caught. Anglers should report any Northern Pike caught.