Gage Station

Gage Station provides public boat ramp access to Lenore Lake in Grant County, Washington. This launch point serves paddlers, boaters, and anglers looking to explore one of the region's unique water bodies. The ramp is managed by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) as part of the state's network of recreational water access areas.

Lenore Lake is best accessed by boat, making Gage Station a practical entry point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters. The lake is renowned among anglers for its highly alkaline waters, which support Lahontan Cutthroat Trout—some reaching 30+ inches—making it a destination fishery, particularly during fall months. The lake's unique chemistry means it has limited fish species but excellent trophy potential for those targeting trout.

The area offers proximity to other regional recreation opportunities, including nearby Banks Lake and Billy Clapp Lake, both part of the Columbia Basin Project. Before visiting, paddlers should contact WDFW for current facility conditions, any access restrictions, and to confirm amenities available at this specific launch site.