Fishing near Marysville, Washington
Snohomish County, population 70,714.
- 3 milesto nearest paged water
- 8launches nearby
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Washington fishing from a Marysville base
The 2020 Census counted 70,714 residents in Marysville, a city of Snohomish County. Cassidy Lake lies about 3 miles southeast, nearer than any other lake or marine page. Top of the lake table on size is Lake Stevens with 1,003 acres. Lake Cassidy boat launch is the nearest mapped launch at 3 miles.
About 7 miles away, Port Gardner opens the marine options. Without a boat, Cassidy Lake shore access is about 3 miles away. The nearest lake with a 2026 trout plant is Cassidy Lake, about 3 miles off.
Census 2020 population and Gazetteer point for Marysville; miles are straight lines.
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| Lake | Distance | Acres | Launches | WDFW program | Fish WDFW maps |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cassidy Lake | 3 miles southeast | 123 | 1 | Mixed species – Warmwater emphasis | rainbow trout, coastal cutthroat trout, largemouth bass |
| Gissburg Ponds | 5 miles north | 25 | 0 | Mixed species – Trout emphasis | rainbow trout, largemouth bass, pumpkinseed |
| Lake Loma | 6 miles northwest | 21 | 1 | Mixed species – Trout emphasis | rainbow trout, largemouth bass, black crappie |
| Lake Stevens | 6 miles southeast | 1,003 | 1 | Mixed species – Trout emphasis | rainbow trout, kokanee, largemouth bass |
| Crabapple Lake | 7 miles northwest | 36 | 1 | Mixed species – Trout emphasis | rainbow trout, coastal cutthroat trout, largemouth bass |
| Lake Ki | 7 miles northwest | 96 | 0 | Mixed species – Trout emphasis | rainbow trout, largemouth bass, yellow perch |
WDFW Fish Washington lowland and high lake layers (surface acres as published, management emphasis, mapped species); retrieved October 31, 2026.
Saltwater grounds nearest Marysville
| Water | Kind | Distance | Launches | Piers and shore | Marine area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Gardner | regional marine water | 7 miles southwest | 1 | 3 | 8-2 |
| Possession Sound | regional marine water | 9 miles southwest | 0 | 4 | 8-2 |
| Port Susan | regional marine water | 12 miles northwest | 3 | 1 | 8-2 |
| Port Susan and Port Gardner (Marine Area 8-2) | WDFW marine area | 13 miles west | 3 | 5 | 8-2 |
| Admiralty Inlet (Marine Area 9) | WDFW marine area | 21 miles west | 5 | 4 | 9 |
WDFW sells the 2026-27 Freshwater license for $39.95 to Washington residents and $115.85 to visitors 16 and up. Anglers working salt water buy the Saltwater license at $40.71 resident or $81.70 nonresident, unless a Combination license covers it.
WDFW Recreational Marine Areas, WDFW and State Parks marine launches, WDFW piers; retrieved October 31, 2026.
Flowing water around Marysville
- South Fork Stillaguamish River6 miles, SWIFD lists chinook, chum and coho, 1 USGS gauge, 53 mi in Washington
- Stillaguamish River9 miles, SWIFD lists chinook, chum and coho, 1 WDFW shore or access site, 1 USGS gauge, 23 mi in Washington
- Snohomish River9 miles, SWIFD lists chinook, chum and coho, 3 WDFW shore or access sites, 2 USGS gauges, 20 mi in Washington
- North Fork Stillaguamish River10 miles, SWIFD lists chinook, chum and coho, 1 mapped launch, 4 WDFW shore or access sites, 1 USGS gauge, 50 mi in Washington
- Canyon Creek12 miles, 1 WDFW shore or access site, 12 mi in Washington
- Pilchuck River13 miles, SWIFD lists chinook, chum and coho, 2 WDFW shore or access sites, 1 USGS gauge, 41 mi in Washington
Stream discharge recorded near Marysville
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Mission Creek Near Tulalip, Wa | 3 cfs, 55.42 ft gage height | Nov 1 8:15 pm |
| East Fork Tulalip Creek Near Mouth Nr Tulalip, Wa | 2 cfs, 1.13 ft gage height | Nov 1 8:45 pm |
| Tulalip Creek Near Tulalip, Wa | 9 cfs, 96.76 ft gage height | Nov 1 9:15 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 1, 2026 9:32 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
USGS NHD flowlines, WDFW SWIFD salmon and steelhead distribution, WDFW and State Parks launches and USGS gauges; retrieved October 31, 2026.
Launch pins around Marysville
- Lake Cassidy boat launchCassidy Lake, WDFW, 3 miles
- Lake Loma boat launchLake Loma, WDFW, 6 miles
- North Cove boat launch on Lake StevensLake Stevens, City of Lake Stevens, 6 miles
- Crabapple Lake boat launchCrabapple Lake, WDFW, 7 miles
- Connor Lake boat launchlaunch site, WDFW, 7 miles
- Deadwater Slough boat launchlaunch site, WDFW, 7 miles
- Lake Shoecraft boat launchLake Shoecraft, WDFW, 8 miles
- Bosworth Lake boat launchBosworth Lake, WDFW, 9 miles
Shore fishing by Marysville
- Cassidy Lake shore accessshore fishing site, Very limited shore fishing around boat launch, shallow water, 3 miles
- Cassidy Lake fishing piershore fishing site, Public pier, ADA trail provides access from paved Centennial, 3 miles
- Gissberg Pondsshore fishing site, Foot path leads to shore fishing spots around lake, 5 miles
- Gissberg Pondsshore fishing site, Foot path provides leads to shore fishing around pond, open , 5 miles
- Lake Stevens fishing pier, Snohomish Countyshore fishing site, Public dock, 6 miles
- Everett – 10th Street Marine Park Pier on Port Gardnerfishing pier, Marine Area 8-2, 6 miles
WDFW Facilities layer and the State Parks boat launch layer; retrieved October 31, 2026.
WDFW plants a drive from Marysville
| Lake | Distance | Latest 2026 plant |
|---|---|---|
| Cassidy Lake | 3 miles | Rainbow, 3,100 fish at 1.9 per pound, March 16, 2026, Tokul Cr Hatchery |
| Lake Loma | 6 miles | Rainbow, 1,404 fish at 1.8 per pound, April 29, 2026, Arlington Hatchery |
| Crabapple Lake | 7 miles | Rainbow, 2,700 fish at 1.8 per pound, April 20, 2026, Arlington Hatchery |
| Lake Ki | 7 miles | Rainbow, 2,979 fish at 1.8 per pound, April 23, 2026, Arlington Hatchery |
WDFW hatcheries truck catchable trout to these lakes; the row shows the newest plant on record.
WDFW Trout Plants report (rows January 2 to October 27, 2026), read October 31, 2026.
Where Marysville anglers pick up gear and guides
Washington shops handiest to Marysville
- Cabela's Tulalipsporting goods store, Tulalip, 1 mile
- Dick's Sporting Goods Marysvillesporting goods store, Marysville, 5 miles
- Sportsman's Warehouse Everettsporting goods store, Everett, 12 miles
- B & D Fly Ting-Supplies-Tacklebait and tackle shop, Arlington
- Kinematics Marine Equipment, Inc.bait and tackle shop, Arlington
- Port of Edmondsmarina, Edmonds
- B & B Marine Servicesmarina, Everett
- Bayside Marinemarina, Everett
Booking a skipper near Marysville
- Team McMullen Tournament Fishing & Guide Servicecharter, Marysville, (425) 754-9401
Yellow Pages and chain store listings (miles only for shops with an exact point), guide and charter listings; retrieved October 31, 2026.
Bass, walleye and salmon events near Marysville
| Date | Event | Water | Organizer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sept. 19, 2026 | Lake Goodwin 09/19/2026 | Lake Goodwin | Washington State Pond Jumperz Bass Club |
| Sept. 12, 2026 | Edmonds Coho Derby | Puget Sound | Edmonds Coho Derby |
| May 9, 2026 | Lake Stevens Open 05-09-2026 | Lake Stevens | Washington State Pond Jumperz Bass Club |
| Aug. 9, 2025 | Lake Goodwin 08/09/2025 | Lake Goodwin | Washington State Pond Jumperz Bass Club |
| May 3, 2025 | Lake Stevens 05/03/2025 | Lake Stevens | Washington State Pond Jumperz Bass Club |
Organizer schedule and results pages for events in Snohomish County or within 20 miles, checked November 2026.
WDFW record list entries close to Marysville
| Species | Weight | Water | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bullhead | 1.81 lbs | Cassidy Lake | Sept. 4, 2020 |
| Pink Salmon | 15.40 lbs | Stillaguamish River | Oct. 11, 2007 |
| Largemouth Bass | 12.53 lbs | Bosworth Lake | Aug. 8, 2016 |
| Brown Bullhead | 3.90 lbs | Ludlow Lake | June 26, 1997 |
| Black Crappie | 4.50 lbs | Lake Washington | May 1, 1956 |
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) sport fish records list, as of October 31, 2026. Waters within 40 miles.
What a Marysville angler may keep
Anyone 16 or older needs a Washington Freshwater license, priced at $39.95 for residents and $115.85 for nonresidents in 2026-27. Fishing the salt side means a Saltwater license, $40.71 for Washingtonians and $81.70 for visitors, or a Combination license. Salmon, steelhead, sturgeon and halibut also need a free catch record card, filled in as each fish is kept.
| Species | Limit | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | No min. size in lakes, ponds, and reservoirs. Only largemouth bass less than 12" may be retained, except 1 over 17" may be retained. Daily limit 5. | Lakes, ponds, and reservoirs: year-round; rivers, streams and beaver ponds: Sat. before Memorial Day through Oct. 31 |
| Largemouth Bass | No size restriction/daily limit in rivers, streams, and beaver ponds. | Lakes, ponds, and reservoirs: year-round; rivers, streams and beaver ponds: Sat. before Memorial Day through Oct. 31 |
| Smallmouth Bass | No min. size in lakes, ponds, and reservoirs. Only 1 smallmouth bass over 14" may be retained. Daily limit 10. | Lakes, ponds, and reservoirs: year-round; rivers, streams and beaver ponds: Sat. before Memorial Day through Oct. 31 |
| Smallmouth Bass | No size restriction/daily limit in rivers, streams, and beaver ponds. | Lakes, ponds, and reservoirs: year-round; rivers, streams and beaver ponds: Sat. before Memorial Day through Oct. 31 |
| Walleye | Min. size 12" in lakes, ponds, and reservoirs. Daily limit 8. Only 1 over 22" may be retained. May be caught, retained, and released alive from a livewell until daily limit is in possession. | Lakes, ponds, and reservoirs: year-round; rivers, streams and beaver ponds: Sat. before Memorial Day through Oct. 31 |
| Walleye | No size restriction/daily limit in rivers, streams, and beaver ponds. | Lakes, ponds, and reservoirs: year-round; rivers, streams and beaver ponds: Sat. before Memorial Day through Oct. 31 |
| Channel Catfish | No min. size in lakes, ponds, and reservoirs. Daily limit 5. | Lakes, ponds, and reservoirs: year-round; rivers, streams and beaver ponds: Sat. before Memorial Day through Oct. 31 |
| Channel Catfish | No min. size/daily limit in rivers, streams, and beaver ponds. | Lakes, ponds, and reservoirs: year-round; rivers, streams and beaver ponds: Sat. before Memorial Day through Oct. 31 |
| Burbot (Freshwater Ling) | No min. size. Daily limit 5. | Lakes, ponds, and reservoirs: year-round; rivers, streams and beaver ponds: Sat. before Memorial Day through Oct. 31 (p.23 general rule for |
| Crappie, Northern Pikeminnow, Peamouth Chub, Perch, Suckers, Sunfish, | No min. size. No daily limit. | Lakes, ponds, and reservoirs: year-round; rivers, streams and beaver ponds: Sat. before Memorial Day through Oct. 31 |
| Grass Carp | Closed unless otherwise listed in Special Rules. | Closed |
| Kokanee | No min. size. Daily limit 10. When fishing with bait, all kokanee that are lawful to possess and are equal to or greater than the minimum size are counted as part of the daily limit whether kept or released. | Lakes, ponds, and reservoirs: year-round; rivers, streams and beaver ponds: Sat. before Memorial Day through Oct. 31 (p.23 general rule for |
| Tiger Muskellunge (Tiger Muskie) | Min. size 50". Daily limit 1. | Lakes, ponds, and reservoirs: year-round; rivers, streams and beaver ponds: Sat. before Memorial Day through Oct. 31 (p.23 general rule for |
| Whitefish | No min. size. Daily limit 15. | Lakes, ponds, and reservoirs: year-round; rivers, streams and beaver ponds: Sat. before Memorial Day through Oct. 31 (p.23 general rule for |
| Steelhead | Release all wild steelhead. Min. size 20". Daily limit 2. Open during salmon or game fish seasons unless as otherwise listed. | Open during salmon or game fish seasons unless as otherwise listed |
| Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Golden Trout, Tiger Trout | In rivers, streams, and beaver ponds: Min. size 8". Daily limit 2. | Sat. before Memorial Day-Oct. 31 (statewide river season, p.23) |
Limits and seasons as printed in the 2026-2027 Washington Sport Fishing Rules (WDFW pamphlet, in effect July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027), PDF page 27 (pamphlet PDF; eRegulations statewide freshwater page), read October 31, 2026. Lake, river and marine pages print any Special Rule or marine area table.
Next-door places for Marysville anglers
Sleep-over towns circling Marysville
- Sisco Heights3 miles
- Lake Cassidy3 miles
- Lochsloy5 miles
- Lake Stevens6 miles
- Arlington6 miles
The county page covering Marysville
- Snohomish Countyseat: Everett
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Photographs of fishing water around Marysville
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Fishing day trips out of Marysville, answered
Can Marysville anglers reach a lake in a short drive?
Cassidy Lake, 3 miles southeast.
Which mapped launch is nearest Marysville?
Closest: Lake Cassidy boat launch, 3 miles.
Which WDFW pier or shore site serves Marysville?
Cassidy Lake shore access, roughly 3 miles out.
Can Marysville anglers buy bait on the way out?
Cabela's Tulalip lists a store 1 mile from the town point.
Which county is Marysville part of?
Snohomish County covers it.
Does a visitor to Marysville need a Washington license?
WDFW charges $115.85 for the nonresident Freshwater license. Marine trips add the Saltwater license or call for a Combination license.
Which lake near Marysville has the most WDFW acres?
Lake Stevens covers 1,003 acres and sits 6 miles out.
Which Washington town guides neighbour Marysville?
Sisco Heights (3 miles), Lake Cassidy (3 miles) and Lochsloy (5 miles) lie closest.
Which marine water is closest to Marysville?
Port Gardner, regional marine water, about 7 miles away.
Do any derbies launch close to Marysville?
Organizer pages list 5 events here, none with a date still ahead.
Which WDFW records were set on water near Marysville?
Black Bullhead, 1.81 lbs, from Lake Cassidy, Snohomish County.
How far is Marysville from a planted lake?
Cassidy Lake, 3 miles away, is the closest lake with a 2026 WDFW plant.
Leave Marysville at first light with rods
Open a ramp for its agency and directions.