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Iliamna Lake

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N59° 33'47.516, W-155° 9'14.036

About Iliamna Lake

Iliamna Lake is a breathtaking freshwater lake situated in southwest Alaska, United States. Covering an expansive area of approximately 1,000 square miles, it stands as the largest lake in Alaska and the eighth largest lake in the entire United States. With a length reaching up to 77 miles and a width of 22 miles, Iliamna Lake provides boaters and enthusiasts plentiful space to navigate and explore.

Known for its impressive depth, Iliamna Lake plunges to a maximum depth of around 988 feet, making it one of the deepest lakes in North America. This considerable depth contributes to the lake's abundance of various fish species. Anglers and sport fishing enthusiasts flock to Iliamna Lake in search of its renowned salmon population. The lake is home to five different species of salmon: sockeye, chinook, coho, pink, and chum. Additionally, other sought-after species found within the lake include rainbow trout, lake trout, Dolly Varden, and Arctic grayling. With such rich biodiversity, Iliamna Lake offers an exceptional boating and fishing experience.

Lake Specs

Size
2626 km
Max Depth
988 ft
Elevation
131 ft

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