Lake Nahwatzel facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Lake Nahwatzel |
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 Lake Nahwatzel
Location in Washington (state)
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| Location | Mason County, Washington |
| Coordinates | 47°14′34″N 123°20′00″W / 47.24278°N 123.33333°W |
| Type | lake |
| Surface area | 269 acres (109 ha) |
| Max. depth | 25 feet (7.6 m) |
Lake Nahwatzel is a freshwater lake located in Mason County, Washington, USA. It gets its water from two small creeks and some natural hot springs. These hot springs make it one of the warmest lakes in western Washington!
The lake's water flows out into the East Fork of the Satsop River through a stream called Outlet Creek. Lake Nahwatzel covers an area of about 269 acres (109 hectares). At its deepest point, the lake is about 25 feet (7.6 meters) deep. Nearby towns include Shelton and Matlock.
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Fishing Fun at Lake Nahwatzel
Lake Nahwatzel is a popular spot for fishing all year round. During the summer, it's known as one of the best lakes in western Washington for catching bass.
Catching Rainbow Trout
The lake is stocked with rainbow trout twice a year, once in the spring and again in the fall. The best times to catch rainbow trout are usually in April and May, or later in the year during September and October. This is according to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Lake Nahwatzel's Location
Lake Nahwatzel is nestled in the foothills of the Olympic Mountains. These mountains are part of the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State.
Surrounding Nature
Because of its location, the area around the lake is very green and natural. You'll find lots of trees, rolling hills, and small streams all around Lake Nahwatzel.
