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Ward Lake Roadside Picnic Site
The Ward Lake Day Use Area is located within the Ward Lake recreation area north of Ketchikan. Come to relax and picnic on the shores of Ward Lake and enjoy easily accessible hiking and fishing as well. Three campgrounds are also present in the area if you want to turn your day trip into an overnight adventure.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Ward Lake Day Use Area is open daily from 6am-10pm. |
|---|---|
| Fees: | Free |
| Open Season: | Year Round |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Closest Towns: | Ketchikan |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | No |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions: Travel north from Ketchikan on the North Tongass Highway. Turn right onto Revilla Road and take the next right onto Ward Lake Road. Follow this road until you reach the day use parking area.Activities
Lake and Pond Fishing
Enjoy fishing for Steelhead, Trout, and all 5 pacific salmon species in Ward Lake, a popular fishing destination| Fishing Mode | boat, bank |
| Fish Species | Cutthroat Trout, Coho Salmon, King Salmon, Pink Salmon, Sockeye Salmon, Chum Salmon, Steelhead |
Location
Latitude :
55.41277778
Longitude :
-131.695
Elevation :
450
