Still not sure which lakes we want to hit on the trout "opener."

Always wanted to hit Heart or Erie lakes near Anacortes.

Any body fished it opening weekend?

Any and all thoughts would be welcome.

What time on the weekend there could we TROLL, or when do we have to still-fish with Powerbait due to the crowding.


Don't worry, I'll leave some fish for you!

Dale,

If the crowding is outside your preferred social experience, I think fishing from 12:01 AM Saturday until just after daylight is about right. You can troll or stillfish then.

My preference has been to wait until mid to late May after the opening day crowd leaves, regular hatches occur, and the larger trout are eager.

Sincerely,

Salmo g.

Agreed Salmo; 12:01 AM, if your that hardcore you can limit within a couple of hours for everyone on board.

Good luck which ever you decide.

I well be there in erie in a blue lund, but well be up in the lilly pads fishing for bass....its got some pigs.....DJ

Heart is a small lake, but is stocked with quality 11-14" rainbows. Bank access is a bit hard to come by on the opener.