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Eklutna Lake sits in Alaska and is classified as a reservoir. At around 3,420 acres (about 5 square miles), it is a mid-sized waterbody. Fish documented in the area include Coho Salmon, Kokanee Salmon, Rainbow Trout, and Chinook Salmon. The deepest point reaches about 200 feet, and the surface sits near 868 feet above sea level. Below you will find an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, water readings, fishing conditions, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. A nearby water gauge supplies level and temperature readings where available. Check the hourly forecast and activity outlook below before heading out to Eklutna Lake.
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Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 7:24PM AKDT until October 11 at 12:00AM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Overall Very Poor / Avoid (26/100) across 5 activities. Best right now: Fishing (49/100).
How the score is calculated →| Metric | 4a | 5a | 6a | 7a | 8a | 9a | 10a | 11a | 12p | 1p | 2p | 3p | 4p | 5p | 6p | 7p | 8p | 9p | 10p | 11p | 12a | 1a | 2a | 3a |
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| Temp (°F) | 45° | 45° | 44° | 44° | 44° | 43° | 43° | 42° | 42° | 41° | 41° | 41° | 40° | 40° | 42° | 44° | 47° | 48° | 49° | 50° | 49° | 48° | 46° | 43° |
| Wind (kts) | 22 | 22 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Direction | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | S | S | S | S | S | S | SW | SW | SW | — | — | — | SE |
| Gusts (kts) | 36 | 36 | 37 | 37 | 37 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Precip % | 69% | 69% | 68% | 68% | 68% | 62% | 62% | 62% | 78% | 78% | 78% | 88% | 88% | 88% | 72% | 72% | 72% | 73% | 73% | 73% | 74% | 74% | 74% | 75% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
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| Sat, 8 PM AKDT | 45°F | 25 mph SE (135°) | 41 mph | 69% | 96% | Light Rain Likely |
| Sat, 9 PM AKDT | 45°F | 25 mph SE (135°) | 41 mph | 69% | 96% | Light Rain Likely |
| Sat, 10 PM AKDT | 44°F | 30 mph SE (135°) | 43 mph | 68% | 95% | Light Rain Likely |
| Sat, 11 PM AKDT | 44°F | 30 mph SE (135°) | 43 mph | 68% | 95% | Light Rain Likely |
| Sun, 12 AM AKDT | 44°F | 30 mph SE (135°) | 43 mph | 68% | 95% | Light Rain Likely |
| Sun, 1 AM AKDT | 43°F | 25 mph SE (135°) | 35 mph | 62% | 88% | Light Snow Likely |
| Sun, 2 AM AKDT | 43°F | 25 mph SE (135°) | 35 mph | 62% | 88% | Light Snow Likely |
| Sun, 3 AM AKDT | 42°F | 25 mph SE (135°) | 35 mph | 62% | 88% | Light Snow Likely |
| Sun, 4 AM AKDT | 42°F | 20 mph SE (135°) | 24 mph | 78% | 100% | Light Snow |
| Sun, 5 AM AKDT | 41°F | 20 mph SE (135°) | 24 mph | 78% | 100% | Light Snow |
| Sun, 6 AM AKDT | 41°F | 20 mph SE (135°) | 24 mph | 78% | 100% | Light Snow |
| Sun, 7 AM AKDT | 41°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 12 mph | 88% | 100% | Widespread Rain Showers |
| Sun, 8 AM AKDT | 40°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 12 mph | 88% | 100% | Widespread Rain Showers |
| Sun, 9 AM AKDT | 40°F | 10 mph S (180°) | 12 mph | 88% | 100% | Widespread Rain Showers |
| Sun, 10 AM AKDT | 42°F | 5 mph S (180°) | 9 mph | 72% | 74% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 11 AM AKDT | 44°F | 5 mph S (180°) | 9 mph | 72% | 74% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 12 PM AKDT | 47°F | 5 mph S (180°) | 9 mph | 72% | 74% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 1 PM AKDT | 48°F | 5 mph SW (225°) | 9 mph | 73% | 74% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 2 PM AKDT | 49°F | 5 mph SW (225°) | 9 mph | 73% | 74% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 3 PM AKDT | 50°F | 5 mph SW (225°) | 9 mph | 73% | 74% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 4 PM AKDT | 49°F | Calm | 6 mph | 74% | 89% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 5 PM AKDT | 48°F | Calm | 6 mph | 74% | 89% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 6 PM AKDT | 46°F | Calm | 6 mph | 74% | 89% | Chance Rain Showers |
| Sun, 7 PM AKDT | 43°F | 5 mph SE (135°) | 6 mph | 75% | 90% | Widespread Rain Showers |
| Sun, 8 PM AKDT | 42°F | 5 mph SE (135°) | 6 mph | 75% | 90% | Widespread Rain Showers |
Official National Weather Service hourly forecast. Showing 10 of 25 hours. Wind arrows point the way the wind is blowing; the compass point and degrees show where it comes from.
| Period | Tonight October 10, 2026 | Sunday October 11, 2026 | Sunday Night October 11, 2026 | Columbus Day October 12, 2026 | Monday Night October 12, 2026 | Tuesday October 13, 2026 | Tuesday Night October 13, 2026 | Wednesday October 14, 2026 | Wednesday Night October 14, 2026 | Thursday October 15, 2026 | Thursday Night October 15, 2026 | Friday October 16, 2026 | Friday Night October 16, 2026 | Saturday October 17, 2026 |
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| Temp (°F) | 40° | 50° | 36° | 48° | 34° | 46° | 31° | 46° | 32° | 47° | 34° | 47° | 32° | 46° |
| Wind | SE 20 to 30 mph | S 0 to 20 mph | S 0 to 5 mph | SE 5 mph | SE 0 to 5 mph | SE 0 to 5 mph | 0 mph | 0 mph | SE 0 to 5 mph | E 5 mph | E 0 to 5 mph | 0 mph | 0 mph | 0 mph |
| Gusts | 45 mph | 24 mph | 7 mph | 8 mph | 8 mph | 6 mph | 5 mph | 9 mph | 12 mph | 10 mph | 10 mph | 6 mph | 5 mph | 2 mph |
| Precip % | 78% | 88% | 75% | 64% | 46% | 25% | 18% | 17% | 42% | 54% | 54% | 43% | 25% | 19% |
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No active USGS or USACE telemetry gauge is currently mapped to Eklutna Lake. Not available from a verified source for this lake.
MOOSE C NR PALMER AK · Oct 11, 3:45 AM UTC
Poor for fishing (49/100), from 6 available inputs. Supporting this: Dusk hours (20:00 local). Sky is overcast (96% cloud cover). Working against it: Wind 25 mph from the southeast. Measured water temperature 39°F from a representative gauge 22.0 mi away. Provisional data. Not available from a verified source for this lake: pressure trend. Confidence is moderate (82%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Very Poor / Avoid for boating (26/100), from 4 available inputs. Working against it: Gusts to 41 mph. Wind 25 mph from the southeast. Wind Advisory is in effect for this lake; the score is already below the 30 cap. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility and conditions, verified water access. Confidence is moderate (84%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Very Poor / Avoid for sailing (30/100), from 4 available inputs. Working against it: Active moderate alert: Wind Advisory. Gusts exceed sustained wind by 16 mph, making the breeze puffy. Wind Advisory is in effect for this lake. Sailing scores are capped at 30. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Very Poor / Avoid for kayaking (2/100), from 5 available inputs. Working against it: Gusts to 41 mph. Wind 25 mph from the southeast. Wind Advisory is in effect for this lake; the score is already below the 30 cap. Water temperature is 39°F (combined air+water: 84°F). Cold shock hazard: sudden immersion below 55°F poses serious risk. Confidence is high (90%).
Surface water measured at 39°F. Cold shock reflex presents an immediate drowning risk.
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Individual boat ramp GPS coordinates are maintained under the jurisdiction of AK Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
Eklutna Lake represents a significant aquatic resource in AK, providing vital water storage, wildlife habitat, and public recreation. Anglers target local sport species while boaters take advantage of established launch facilities around the perimeter. Observing safe boating speeds and biosecurity washdown procedures protects the fishery year-round.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) is required for anglers age 18+. Digital license on mobile is accepted.
Current motorized watercraft registration mandatory. Practice Clean, Drain & Dry protocols: drain all livewells and inspect props before launching. Life jackets required for all passengers.
Public shoreline and boating access managed by State & Local Authorities. Verify seasonal gate hours, launch fees, and parking rules before travel.
High-speed motorboating, pontoon cruising, wakeboarding, and water skiing across main channels. Target gamefish include Coho Salmon, Kokanee Salmon, Rainbow Trout, Chinook Salmon. Morning hours typically provide optimal glassy conditions for kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) touring.
Warm water temperatures, peak swimming, active watersports, and open full-service campgrounds. Highest weekly attendance; plan early arrivals on summer weekends.
Spring pre-spawn and fall feeding transitions create prime trophy angling conditions. Cooler air, lower boat traffic, and vibrant seasonal shoreline foliage.
Mild year-round outdoor climate. Uncrowded waters, active winter bass and crappie fishing, and open year-round boat launch access.
No external source rows are cited by the data currently shown on this page.
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Scores are heuristics, not safety guarantees. LakeRadar scores summarize available conditions and are not a substitute for official warnings, local rules, or on-water judgment.
All telemetry for Eklutna Lake is synchronized directly from authorized federal and state monitoring networks (USGS, NWS, NOAA, and state environmental authorities). Observations are strictly instrumented readings — unmonitored sensors are transparently disclosed rather than synthetic estimates.
Last source audit: Oct 10, 8:00 PM AKDT