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Lake Koocanusa

Idaho
116.85 km²
48.7260, -115.2435
NHD 60176128
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About Lake Koocanusa

Lake Koocanusa is a natural lake or pond in Idaho, United States. It covers approximately 116.85 km² (28875 acres). The lake centroid is located at 48.7260° N, 115.2435° W. Fish species records for this lake are still being compiled. Lake boundary and identifier come from the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

At a glance

Best season
May – September
Ice-off through early fall
Natural lake
Very large
Big-water tactics apply
Species diversity
Data pending
Records still being compiled
Access
Public waterbody
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Weather at Lake Koocanusa

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Best fishing times today

Day length: 15h 42m
Dawn11:17
Sunrise11:57
Sunset03:39
Dusk04:18

Bite windows today

  • Dawn10:4712:57Excellent
  • Morning12:5719:48Good
  • Midday19:4800:39Calm
  • Afternoon00:3902:39Good
  • Dusk02:3904:48Excellent
  • Night04:4810:47Good
Moon: 13% · waxing16:00

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Frequently asked questions

What fish species live in Lake Koocanusa?

No fish species have been catalogued yet for Lake Koocanusa. Records are pulled from GBIF and updated regularly.

How big is Lake Koocanusa?

Lake Koocanusa covers approximately 116.85 square kilometres (28875 acres), based on the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

Where is Lake Koocanusa located?

Lake Koocanusa is located in Idaho, United States, with its centroid at 48.7260°, -115.2435°.

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Data sources: USGS National Hydrography Dataset · GBIF