Recommendations on high lakes fishing with bait or spinners?

[aw0000001]

Anyone here know of places that are not too far away from the Portland metro area (Less than 2 hours preferably) and a roughly 2-2.5 mile maximum hike? I think that would be best for a day trip. I've tried Mirror Lake which works, but it seems like that's the most crowded of the high lakes. Any suggestions? Thanks!

 

[Snopro]

The Gifford Pinchot in WA has what you're looking for.

 

[aw0000001]

The Gifford Pinchot in WA has what you're looking for.

Thanks for the reply, I'll definitely do my research on some of those lakes.

 

[Spoonplugger1]

I've always had decent luck with one of those clear floats you can water to for weight and Royal Coachman or Prince's Nymphs. Just cast and reel them back slowly.

 

[Spindad1960]

Looks like no help here

 

[Snopro]

Looks like no help here

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#2+#4=catching lots of fish.