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Sinclair Lake

Alaska
37.35 km²
71.0001, -154.7897
6 species
NHD 125822168
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About Sinclair Lake

Sinclair Lake is a natural lake or pond in Alaska, United States. It covers approximately 37.35 km² (9228 acres). The lake centroid is located at 71.0001° N, 154.7897° W. 6 fish species are commonly found in waters like this one. 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
Large
Room for multiple techniques
Species diversity
Moderate
6 species in this region
Access
Public waterbody
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Weather at Sinclair Lake

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Best fishing times today

Day length: 10h 18m
Dawn15:55
Sunrise16:59
Sunset03:17
Dusk04:21

Bite windows today

  • Dawn15:25 – 17:59Excellent
  • Morning17:59 – 22:08Good
  • Midday22:08 – 00:17Calm
  • Afternoon00:17 – 02:17Good
  • Dusk02:17 – 04:51Excellent
  • Night04:51 – 15:25Good
Moon: 14% · waning↑ 11:53

Fish species

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Showing 6 of 6 species

Gear & tips for rainbow trout

Rod
5- to 7-weight fly rod
Sage X
Vision XO
Loop Q
Reel
5/6-weight fly reel
Mainline
WF-5/6 floating line + intermediate
Leader
Tapered + 0.20 mm tippet
Lures / bait
  • Streamers
  • Egg patterns
  • Nymphs
  • Dry flies
  • Boobies
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Season
April–November (put-and-take year-round)
Time of day
All day
Tip

Put-and-take fishing is common. Vary your depth. Popular Swedish waters: Bunn, Sommen and many small stocked put-and-take ponds.

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Frequently asked questions

What fish species live in Sinclair Lake?

Species you can expect in or near Sinclair Lake include Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch, Northern Pike, Brook Trout, Walleye. The list is based on species present in Alaska waters and GBIF occurrence records.

How big is Sinclair Lake?

Sinclair Lake covers approximately 37.35 square kilometres (9228 acres), based on the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

Where is Sinclair Lake located?

Sinclair Lake is located in Alaska, United States, with its centroid at 71.0001°, -154.7897°.

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Data sources: USGS National Hydrography Dataset · GBIF