History
Angle Lake is an L-shaped lake in SeaTac, WA, occupying 102 acres between Interstate 5 and State Route 99. It was established in the 1920's and was most likely so named because of its outline. Angle Lake was once two small ponds in the 1940's that supported a small logging operation. Some of the rigging and winches can be found just off the buoy line of the deep swimming area of the park. Soon after the closing of the logging operation the site gave way to a dance hall and a flood gate was installed, raising the pond level and joining the ponds into the lake we have today. On the western shore is a 10-acre park, Angle Lake Park, administered by the City of SeaTac Parks and Recreation department. The remainder of the shoreline is ringed with private homes. (Content taken from Wikipedia)
Specialties
The entrance to Angle Lake Park is off International Boulevard (Highway 99), 0.8 miles from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. It includes 371 feet of the lake shore, with a boat launch, fishing, open recreation area, water spray park, stage, picnic shelters/barbecue area, restrooms, swimming, playground equipment, and parking. The Lake has a maximum depth of 52 ft and a surface elevation of 367 ft. No lifeguards are on duty at Angle Lake Park, so swimming is at one's own risk. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. It is also home to kokanee, largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and yellow perch. The lake is open to fishing year-round. Picnic shelters are available for rent, and fill up fast. For events taking place in the summer months, it is advisable to rent a shelter three to six months in advance.