Chopaka Lake

Chopaka Lake is a lake in Okanogan County, Washington. It covers an area of approximately 150 acres (0.6 km2), is over 70 ft (21 m) deep at its deepest point, and is 2,910 ft (886 m) in elevation. The lake's name is that of a legendary Okanogan hunter who was transformed to stone by Coyote.[2] It serves as an irrigation reservoir for local ranchers. Chopaka Lake is a favorite among fly fishers who cast for rainbow trout.

Chopaka Lake
Chopaka Lake
LocationOkanogan County, Washington, United States
Coordinates48°54′42″N 119°41′56″W [1]
Primary outflowsChopaka Creek
Basin countriesUnited States
Surface area150 acres (0.6 km2)
Max. depth70 ft (21 m)
Surface elevation2,910 feet (890 m)[1]
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