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ON THE COVER! Victor Plotnikow’s grandson shows off his first northern pike. Caught on Charlie Lake, B.C.

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Freshwater Fishing Regulations Freshwater Fishing Regulations for the Peace Region on pages 36-38.

Fishing BC Members If you’re looking for a resort, fishing lodge or a guide, check out the listings on pages 40-41.

Fish Stocking Listings for the Peace Region can be found in the table on page 42.

MUSKWA KECHIKA A vast region with exceptional fishing opportunities! Read all about it on p. 29.

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he vast and r u g g e d l y beautiful Peace region is situated in British Columbia’s north east corner. It stretches from Tumbler Ridge in the south to the Yukon border in the north. The fishing is amazing in these cold, clear waters, where you’ll find everything from arctic grayling to rainbow trout and everything in between.

The Fort Nelson area has incredible waters as well. The region known as the Muskwa Kechika is a remote wilderness area, with endless trails, hills and hiking opportunities, and highway access to get you to the fishing. We have featured five lakes here from this area.

We’ve got lakes here from most areas of the Peace Region, ranging from Maxhamish Lake in the far north, to Wapiti Lake in the south. Both of these lakes are well out of the way, ensuring you don’t have to fight the crowds for the fishing.

That is one feature that brings anglers from all over the world to the Peace Region. In many cases, you’ll find popular parks and fishing lakes, and just as often you’ll have the water to yourself. The fishing in the north is the stuff of legends, where the fish really can be as tall as the tales.

Take a look at some of the more popular lakes, too, as the fishing can be great despite the crowds. Charlie Lake, Chunamun and Inga Lakes are all excellent fishing lakes. As well, Moberly Lake is the site of an ongoing project to rehabilitate the lake trout population.

This slow-growing species is sensitive to pressure and environmental changes, and we hope the project is able to bolster the lake trout there. Read about the efforts in our Moberly Lake article.

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The Fort Nelson area has incredible waters as well. The region known as the Muskwa Kechika is a remote wilderness area, with endless trails, hills and hiking opportunities, and highway access to get you to the fishing.

Throughout the Peace Region, you’ll find lakes, rivers and streams that you’ll feel like you’re the first to discover. As you can tell from our map on this page, we’ve barely touched on the opportunities here. For more maps, check out anglersatlas. com and see what we mean.

FEATURING IN 2019 We have expanded our list of fishing resorts and guides this year to cover all Fishing BC Members from the region. Also included are the freshwater fishing regulations for the Peace region, as well as a list of regional fish stocking by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC.

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A major challenge faced by biologists and researchers is the cost of collecting fisheries data. By working with an-

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MyCatch Research Below are some research projects we are currently working on. If any of these projects interest you, visit our research page and learn more.

AnglersAtlas.com/research Using MyCatch to engage anglers and research movement patterns related to the spread of Whirling Disease Led by Dr. Mark Poesch, Assistant Professor, University of Alberta. This research is sponsored by Alberta Environment and Parks.

Using citizen science to enhance fisheries data collection and monitoring

Led by Dr. Fiona Johnston, lead researcher at Angler’s Atlas. This research is sponsored by Angler’s Atlas and the Alberta Conservation Association.

Tracking the movement of thousands of fish throughout the Rideau waterway

Led by PhD candidate Jordanna Bergman, Department of Biology, Carleton University. This research is funded from National Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada.

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Led by Dr. Eduardo Martins, Assistant Professor, Conservation Science and Practice, University of Northern BC. This research is sponsored by BC Hydro’s Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program.

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Andy Bailey Lake 27 Hectares (67 Acres)

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ndy Bailey Lake is a great choice for a weekend break, or to stop over on your Alaska Highway travels. The fishing is fabulous. As well, bird watchers and nature lovers will enjoy this quiet campground nestled in the boreal forest. It is also a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

454 metres (1,490 feet)

Cory Koenig from Webflyz BC, suggests that gear fishers can try any assortment of salt or freshwater spinners, lures, spoons and flatfish.

The pike fishing is well worth the trip to Andy Bailey Lake. Fishing from shore or from a boat, fly fishers and gear fishers alike will enjoy the opportunities.

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Fly fishers are in for a real treat on Andy Bailey Lake. Koenig says that a 6 to 9 weight rod and line will work fine. If the pike don’t seem to be interested in surface offerings, get down to their depth with a sink tip.

Koenig notes that “pike love larger than they can swallow baits.” Gummy minnows, large fish and rodent imitations are very exciting to cast to pike. “Poppers are a great floating fly that pike will smash on the surface!”

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rom Fort Nelson, head south on the Alaska Highway for about 31 km. Take the marked road turning left (east) and drive another 5 km to the Andy Bailey Provincial Park entrance.

There are 12 unserviced campsites here, and 8 tent sites near the beach. There is also a picnic and day use area and a boat Koenig is an launch. Only non-motorized boats are allowed. Please note that the campground is not recommended for large trailers.

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Bearhole Lake 158 Hectares (390 Acres)

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earhole Lake offers a wide variety of fishing opportunities. Yellow perch, burbot, rainbow trout, northern pike and suckers are all present in Bearhole Lake.

Targeting burbot can be rewarding. Mainly considered best for ice fishing, burbot can be caught at other times of the year as well, when the water is cool. They prefer deeper water, and will feed on any-

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thing available. Try trolling a spoon near the bottom of the lake, near rocks, roots or holes in banks.

Pike are another opportunistic feeder, and can be caught with a wide variety of gear. Keep in mind that these are strong, fighting fish, and a wire leader can be essential. Larger lures will probably work best in mid-summer. Position yourself near weedy areas that will

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offer cover to the pike, who about trout feeding patterns prefer to ambush their prey. and the insects upon which Fly fishing for rainbow trout they’re feeding. Whichever is a great way to spend a day pattern you use, try to imitate on Bearhole Lake. Leech and your insect’s natural movechironomid patterns are good ments. Many fly patterns are to have on hand for any type of versatile enough to mimic a trout fishing. Try matching the variety of insects. hatch, but don’t be afraid to Please note that there are trumexperiment if something isn’t peter swans in the area. Please working. do not approach the swans or One of the great challenges of their young, as they are easily fly fishing is to know enough disturbed.

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earhole Lake Provincial Park is 25 kilometres east of Tumbler Ridge. From the Heritage Hwy (Highway 52), travel west along the Kiskatinaw Forest Service Road 20 kilometres. BC Parks reports that the road in can be very slippery after a rain; please exercise caution travelling this road.

There is a campground on the west side of the lake offering campsites, toilets and a boat launch. There is also a day use area and picnic facilities available.

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Boot Lake 25 Hectares (62 Acres)

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oot Lake is stocked with rainbow and brook trout, making for some great fishing.

While fishing for brook and rainbow trout differs slightly, your gear does not need to be that specialized to catch these two species.

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are also good patterns to have Freshwater Fishing on hand for Boot Lake.

Regulations before heading Early in the season, the main out.

food source will be leeches.

Black, brown and maroon are good colour choices. As the season progresses, and as the insects start to hatch, you may Both brook and rainbow need to do more investigating trout are great for fly fish- to determine what the fish are ers. Worms, leeches, mayflies eating. and caddisflies are all good Also keep in mind that when choices. A Parachute Adams casting and retrieving, you will can work particularly well for want to imitate your insect’s rainbows. Careys and Buicks natural movement through the

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oot Lake is 64 km southwest of Dawson Creek on Highway 52. Access is 2WD. There is a Forest Service Recreation Site for campers. A boat launch, tables and toilets and 12 campsites are available at this user-maintained site.

water. For example, a caddisfly, or sedge, will swim straight up to the water surface, whereas a chironomid will wiggle on their way to the surface to hatch.

Much of the enjoyment of fly fishing comes from learning these movements and perfecting your technique.

Gear fishers will have ample opportunity on Boot Lake as well. Small lures in chrome and blue or chrome and red combinations can be great choices for rainbows.

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Boulder Lake 15 Hectares (37 Acres)

16.7 metres (55 feet)

1,225 metres (4,019 feet)

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oulder Lake is an excellent family destination, a great place to introduce novice anglers and families with children to the quiet joys and basic techniques of fishing.

This small, picturesque lake is managed as a family fishing opportunity, and is stocked annually. Catch rates are high, encouraging for youngsters and beginners.

Boulder Lake is ideal for casting from the shore or from small non-motorized watercraft, including float tubes and pontoon boats.

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spots can be found along the southeast side of the lake, and several points along the east shore are accessible by trail.

There is a shoal along the east side of the lake, which is a good place to start.

Spratleys, Careys, Woolly Buggers (leeches) and shrimp patterns. Check out the page for Boulder Lake to get some more great tips at anglersatlas. com.

Spinners and spoons tend to work well here. Spoons are metal blades that wobble and dart in the water. They are designed to imitate small fish or simply act as an attractant. Spinners are metal blades that attract fish by a spinning motion when the lure is retrieved or trolled through the water. Below the spinner can be various combinations of tackle — flies, spoons and hooks, dressed with natural or artificial bait.

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LAKE ACCESS ccess from Chetwynd is via Hwy 29. Travel south from Chetwynd on Hwy 29 for 33 km, then turn right and travel 6.5 km on the gravel Dome Petroleum Rd. Take the right fork in the road and travel 11 km to the H2S sour gas pipeline. Make an extreme right and travel down the pipeline another .3 km to the old Forest Service Recreation site sign.

Anglers can troll a variety of flies and lures, although motorized boats are not allowed on Boulder Lake. Wet flies, Flatfish, Kwikfish or gang trolls baited with worms can all work here.

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Carbon Lake 70 Hectares (174 Acres)

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26 metres (85 feet)

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arbon Lake, a tiny lake just LAKE ACCESS south of Williston Lake, is ake a few days to camp a beautiful little spot for lake at the rustic Carbon Lake trout and rainbows.

Recreation Site. There are just Steve Hewitt from BackCountry a few campsites and a pit toilet.

Sporting Goods in Fort St. John, Drive to the W.A.C. Bennett says that smaller gear is a good Dam, cross the dam, and follow choice here. the road. Keep to the left along “Work with small flatfish, and the West Utah/Table Creek any of your smaller spinners and Road. Turn right at the main T-intersection onto the Johnson spoons,” he advises.

Creek Forest Service Road and Carbon Lake is a great fly- drive for another 28km. fishing lake, too. As it is quite productive, there are some good Bear in mind that the entrance hatches throughout the season. can be rough and may require In early summer, try damselfly 4WD. There is a motor restricnymphs. Leeches are always a tion of 10hp on Carbon Lake, good standard to have on hand. and fishing is only permitted Greens and browns may do well from May 1 to October 31. here.

Carbon Creek, visible from the road, is a fiveHewitt suggests that there are to-10-minute drive past several other lakes in the area that are definitely worth a visit, Carbon Lake. Take the too. In particular, Wright Lake right fork and park at the and Pete Lake are excellent lit- bridge. This pretty little tle trout lakes, he says. These mountain creek is a are both hike-in access, and tributary to Williston Lake. worth the effort.

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Another good choice is Dinosaur Lake, although please be aware that this lake is part of the reservoir and water levels can change dramatically in a very short time.

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Charlie Lake 1,787 Hectares (4,416 Acres)

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ust north of Fort St. John, Charlie Lake offers an ideal combination of easy access, amenities and great fishing.

Angler’s Atlas member Shakes2582 has written a report for a trip to Charlie Lake in June, 2014.

“On June 8th we headed down to Charlie. We put in at Montney Park. The road into the park is a little rough. It is two wheel drive or car access when dry but if it has been raining the hill into the park can get quite slick. The launch itself leaves a lot to be desired when compared to the other concrete launches around the lake. It is a

15 metres (49 feet)

694 metres (2,277 feet)

dirt launch with some large boulders scattered around it and a very shallow approach....

We figured that our best course of action was to head upwind some and wind drift into the shallow

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and weedy bays on either side of [Stoddart] Creek mouth. The first couple of drifts were unsuccessful, so we let the drift extend until we bumped into the cat tails on the edge of the lake. In this very shallow (<2ft) we were able to pick up fish.

We got into the middle of huge schools of minnows of some sort, my guess was perch.

None were longer than 2 inches. We matched the size of these minnows and started casting along the edges of the weeds and had some really great success. The Pike would get worked up into such a frenzy that the water would be b o i l i n g around us when the minnows were at their

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The best success that we had was to wait until this frenzy was in full swing, right around the boat or at least very near to us. We would then pitch the fly out as far as we could on a Type III Sinking line and wait. The fly would settle into the weeds at the bottom of the lake, no more than two or four feet from the surface. Once the feeding frenzy started to slow and the pike had stopped blindly striking it was obvious that they started to settle into hiding spots awaiting the next swarm to swim by. At this point we would start to slowly strip our minnow patterns in a very sporadic, injured action and almost every time one of us would sink into the jaws of a Pike. It was exciting to be near the wolves doing their thing, and although they were a little skinny, post spawn, they were still quite strong. Longest fish of the day measured out just shy of 28”.

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rom Fort St. John, head north on the Alaska Highway for about 10 kilometres. Charlie Lake is at the junction of Highway 29, and Mile 43 of the Alaska Highway.

There are two provincial parks on the shores of Charlie Lake. Beatton Provincial Park lies on the east side, while Charlie Lake Provincial Park borders the southwest shore.

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Chunamun Lake 43 Hectares (106 Acres)

6 metres (20 feet)

908 metres (2,979 feet)

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here is some excellent fishing to be had at Chunamun Lake. What it lacks in size, Chunamun Lake makes up for in quality.

Just north of Hudson’s Hope, this little lake can produce well on most trips.

Chunamun Lake is stocked with 2,500 rainbows annually, and with ample habitat, the trout thrive here. Bryan Webster, Wildlife Biologist, says he fishes Chunamun Lake every year. “The fish stocked there are surprisingly cooperative,” he says.

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small flatfish, spinners and spoons. Steve Hewitt from Backcountry Sports in Fort St. John says that the weed area is a great place to start.

As well, he suggests the drop off is a favourite location.

Angler’s Atlas member Shakes2582 has posted some pictures and trip reports for Chunamun Lake. See anglersatlas.com for more.

Please note that there is a fishery closure between November and May on Chunamon Lake. Consult the BC Freshwater Fisheries “In the spring just at ice- Regulations for up-to-date off and again in late fall I information. will use an indicator with LAKE ACCESS a microleech pattern. Later rom Hudson’s Hope, take I move to chironomids and Canyon Drive west to emergers, then to caddis Beryl Prairie Road. Take Beryl pupal imitations. At times Prairie Road north. Chunamun when things are slow I Lake can be accessed via will use a floating dragonlogging roads west of Beryl fly pattern and a full sink Prairie Road.

Please ensure fly line and work the shoal you have good backroads and dropoff areas,” advises maps if you are unfamiliar Webster. with the area.

Gear fishers will want to stick with smaller tackle. Try

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Gwillim Lake 1,121 Hectares (2,770 Acres)

48 metres (157 feet)

787 metres (2,590 feet)

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willim Lake is northwest of Tumbler Ridge.

This deep, cold lake is home to many species of fish, and anglers will have no shortage of opportunities here.

Gwillim Lake offers a good deal of variety. The lake supports a good lake trout fishery, while whitefish and arctic grayling are also popular choices for anglers.

feed almost entirely on insects.

They will sit and wait for food, preferring to ambush their prey rather than chase it. Try casting upstream and retrieve back The lake trout in Gwillim Lake with the current, imitating natcan be an exciting challenge ural insect patterns. for both beginner and experienced anglers. When going Gear fishers may want to try after lake trout, use big spoons spinners and small spoons. and Rapalas, fishing the drop- Copper and silver can be good colour choices. offs.

Arctic grayling are another This gear can also be used for species present in Gwillim targeting whitefish. These are Lake. These fish prefer mov- predatory fish, and gear resembling small trout in colour and ing water action may produce the best and will tend to feed with results. Whitefish will also the current. Grayling will feed on insects. Fly fishers often take to flies, as they may want to try mayfly pat-

Provincial terns, however, have a look around and determine what Park. From Chetwynd drive south on Highway 29, 56 kiloelse may be hatching.

Whitefish feed in shallower meters to the park. The turn areas of lakes. Early spring or will be on your left (east). The fall is the best time to target park contains 49 campsites and a boat launch, and facilithis species. ties are wheelchair accessible.

Please consult the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations before heading out. There is a bait ban in effect on Gwillim Lake. Also please review quota information for all species.

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willim Lake is situated within Gwillim Lake

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Heart Lake 9 Hectares (23 Acres)

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17.7 metres (58 feet)

retty little Heart Lake is a great retreat with great fishing. Heart Lake supports a thriving fishery, and has a nice little campground set amongst the protected area of Pine Le Moray

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cooler temperatures, and Heart Heart Lake is stocked with Lake is deep enough to provide brook trout, which are a great the right conditions. cloudy day choice, or if you are Brian Smith, author of Fly venturing out early or later in Fishing BC’s Interior, and the day. Brook trout prefer the Seasons of a Fly Fisher, says that brook trout are great eating, and that they’re sometimes challenging to catch.

He refers to them as a “head down and dogit-out” species, meaning that they don’t jump a lot; when they’re hooked, they tend to head down and pull.

trout, too.

Heart Lake is stocked each year with 2,000 catchable sized rainbow trout as well. These trout can reach good sizes, and are fun to catch.

Many of the same hardware used for brook trout will work with rainbow trout. Small flatfish and spinners are good choices.

Spoons can work well in cooler temperatures when the trout are more actively feeding near the surface.

Brian Smith’s books are published by Caitlin Press. Look for Brian’s expertise and vivid “Brook trout will take writing style in local bookstores. minnow patterns yearround,” suggests Smith, LAKE ACCESS eart Lake is located about and “they must be 80 kilometres west of fished deeply on sinking lines. Brookies like Chetwynd. From Chetwynd, colour: red, yellow, tin- drive southwest along Highway sel flies. Or troll a silver 97. Watch for the sign to the campground on the left hand flatfish on a fly rod.”

Good lures to have on side of the highway. A short hand for brook trout are drive down this road will take small flatfish, or spin- you to the lake.

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ners such as Mepps or Blue Fox. Keep them small. Minnow plugs can be good early season choices for both brookies and rainbow

Heart Lake has a good campground with campsites and picnic tables. Pump water is available. There is a day use area as well. Only electric motors are permitted.

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Inga Lake 57 Hectares (141 Acres)

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ear round, Inga Lake is a great family fishing spot.

There are plenty of shore casting opportunities in the summer, and catch rates are high.

Inga Lake has been designated one of the region’s Family Fishing Waters, and in 2018 was stocked with 8,000 rainbow trout.

4.3 metres (14 feet)

832 metres (2,674 feet)

Prince Nymph, Carey Special or a Hare’s Ear. Dry flies such as a Parachute Adams or mosquito can also prove successful.

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road. On the right is a BC Forest Service rec site with access to the lake.

The rec site has pit toilets and a boat launch. There are 18 sites, mostly treed, and the site is accessible with 2WD.

The lake is stocked with trout, which grow to the mid-size range. In the winter of 2017, Inga Lake saw a winterkill that significantly diminished trout Note: This area stocks. Later that year, the BC has heavy indusFreshwater Fisheries Society trial traffic. restocked Inga Lake with both catchable and yearling sized trout to replenish fish populations. Historically, the lake had been stocked with brook trout, however this program was not continued beyond 1996.

Ice fishing is a great way to enjoy Inga Lake in the winter.

Trout will prefer to feed in low light conditions, but are one species that can be aggressive feeders all year long. Please note: The BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations note that Inga Lake has dangerous thin ice due to aeration. Exercise Anglers should note a motor caution at all times, and only restriction of 10 hp. fish in designated areas.

Of course, summer fishing on Inga Lake is excellent, too. Young anglers may have good luck using small lures baited with worms or maggots. Standard flies such as Microleeches and Doc Spratleys tend to do well in the lake.

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nga Lake is northeast of Hudson’s Hope. From Fort St. John, head north on the Alaska Highway to Mile Mile 91, 75 km from Fort St. John. Turn left onto 170th Road (also known as the Oil Some other good flies to try Industry Road) and drive 3 just under the surface are a kilometers along the gravel Caution: Do not use this map for navigational purposes. This map may not reflect current conditions. Uncharted hazards may exist. Base Map ©Province of British Columbia.

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Jackfish Lake 27 Hectares (67 Acres)

9.5 metres (31 feet)

454 metres (1,490 feet)

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be heavy, and they can battle particularly mid-summer. hard. A wire leader can be Smaller flies may work better helpful, too. earlier on in the season. Other Set yourself up in an area with than that, the sky’s the limit underwater weeds or other for flies that will attract pike. structures that provide cover Those that imitate prey fish are Northern pike are an aggres- for the pike. Early spring is good bets. sive, predatory fish. Pike will a good time to fish for pike, Please consult the BC Fishing hang out in the weedy areas though a windy day in mid- Freshwater of a lake to ambush their prey, summer may be just as produc- Regulations before heading which could be frogs, small tive. Pike often feed in lower out. shore animals, and other fish. light conditions, though not in When targetting pike, it darkness.

LAKE ACCESS is a good idea to ensure Gear fishers will want to use ackfish Lake is located your rod and reel are larger gear. Both spoons and approximately 15 kilomestrong enough for spinners can be effective. Red tres northeast of Chetwynd. this fighting and silver are good colour From Chetwynd, head north fish. Pike choices. Mepps and Blue Fox along Highway 29. Take the c a n spinners are standards that can road turning right (northeast), work in a variety of angling which is Jackfish Lake road. situations. Try various sizes and colours.

There are no facilities availFly fishers will also want to able at Jackfish Lake, however use heavier equipment. This the town of Chetwynd offers is important not only to keep several accomodation options, your equipment intact, but also as well as licensing and outfitbecause you want to land your ting outlets. ackfish Lake is a popular fishing spot just northeast of Chetwynd. Anglers will want to ensure that their gear is up to the challenge of this pike fishery.

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fish with as little stress to it as possible.

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Klua Lakes 508/880 Hectares

12/10 m. (39/33 ft.)

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640 metres (2,099 feet)

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lua Lakes boast an excellent fishery for bull trout, grayling, and pike among other species. As well, Klua Lakes offer a world class pike fishery.

Don’t expect to find modern conveniences here. This is true wilderness.

a Red Devil and other big lures. On a cloudy day, try a 1/4 inch jig with a black or purple tail. Crocs, Len Thompsons and black and white spoons are also really good choices for pike.

Cory Koenig, owner of Webflyz BC, says that flesh flies are a good choice for Klua Lakes, as are any baitfish flies.

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uring the summer months, access is limited to hiking and horseback trails, as there is no road suitable for If you’re going after grayling, they will vehicle travel. In winter months, the take an assortment of dry flies. For bull trails are more suitable for snowmobiles. trout, Koenig suggests a floating white Klua Lakes Protected Area is located mouse or a stonefly nymph. east of the Prophet River and east of Mile Lorence Forsberg from Wapiti Sporting 240 of the Alaska Highway. There are Goods in Fort Nelson says that the pike no designated roads; roads are designed get really big in Klua Lakes, and that for winter use only. Access is via trails a 35 lb pike has come out of there. He leading up Adsett Creek and via a northsuggests a jig hook, a Five of Diamonds,

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ern trail from the Alaska Highway.

Snowmobile access is sometimes possible due to creek and beaver dam crossings or via float plane.

From Fort Nelson, head south to just north of Prophet River, at approximately KM 240. If you’re headed south, the pullout will be on your left (east).

You can see the trail from the highway pullout. From there, follow the trail in approximately 35 km. There is no signage, however the trail is a deactivated logging and mining road, and is fairly easy to follow.

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Protecting Rockfish from Barotrauma

Fisheries and Oceans Canada needs your help to protect and conserve British Columbia’s rockfish. Rockfish suffer barotrauma when brought to the surface. Barotrauma is caused by expanding gasses in the swim bladder which can cause the stomach and eyes to bulge making it difficult for the rockfish to descend when released at the surface. Quickly releasing rockfish to the depth of capture with the help of a descending device improves their ability to stay down and increases their chance of survival.

Barotrauma Symptoms: Expanding gases in the swim bladder cause eyes to bulge and pushes the stomach into and through the mouth.

“Closed” swim bladders expand during ascent

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Use one of these common descending devices to release unintended rockfish catch Spring-loaded clamp

Pressure-release clamp

Barbless inverted weighted hook

Attaches to the jaw and releases the fish from a manually-triggered clamp at the chosen depth.

Attaches to the jaw and automatically releases when a depth setting on the device is reached.

Attaches to the jaw and when the correct depth is reached and the line is tugged, a recovered rockfish will swim away.

China Rockfish

Quillback Rockfish

Yelloweye Rockfish

Help improve survival

Always carry a descending device on your boat and be prepared to use it on a spare rod or downrigger.

Limit handling and wear gloves to preserve the protective slime coating.

In under 2 minutes lower unintended rockfish catch to near the depth of capture.

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use a descending device to release unintended rockfish catch.

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rockfish by avoiding areas with high rockfish concentration when fishing for other species.

RESPECT regulations requiring use of a descending device to release rockfish, catch limits and fishing closures.

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Maxhamish Lake 5,090 Hectares (12,577 Acres)

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ome of the best walleye fishing awaits anglers who are willing to take the trouble to get here. Access is by quad or snowmobile only, and the low-pressure fishery will not disappoint.

Walleye in excess of 5 pounds have been reported here.

Yellow seems to be the colour of choice for lures, and a five of diamonds may prove successful.

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409 metres (1,342 feet)

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the ice can give way without and turn right. Go 10 km warning. Anglers can quickly past Maxhamish Encana 110 Camp. Follow the marked trail become swamped. to the north end of Maxhamish Follow the shoreline and don’t Lake. This is about a 45 minventure out too far. Wear warm ute snowmobile ride. clothes and ensure you have some form of communication. Alternately, take km 114 from Forsberg notes that Maxhamish may have cell service, though anglers shouldn’t rely on it.

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the 317 Road, and go straight to the last well site. Forsberg notes that this is about a 20 minute snowmobile ride, but he cautions that this route is passable only when the road is open.

Lorence Forsberg from Wapiti LAKE ACCESS Sports in Fort Nelson, says ccess to that Maxhamish also has a Maxhamish great fishery for pike and pickLake is by erel. quad or snowA number of lures will work mobile trails well here, including a white only, 125 km jig, and a white, green or yel- north of Fort low tail. On cloudy days he Nelson and recommends using the darker 12 km off colours, and black and purple the highway. can be the best choices.

From Fort Forsberg notes that anglers Nelson, head really need to pay attention north along the to the snow load on the ice if Liard Highway you’re out ice fishing. Layers (Hwy 77) to Km of slush, ice and water are 110. Take the called an overflow, hidden 77 Connector, by heavy snow pack, where go to KM 110,

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Moberly Lake 2,943 Hectares (7,272 Acres)

42.7 metres (140 feet)

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697 metres (2,270 feet)

oberly Lake is a large, deep lake between Fort St. John and Chetwynd. This is a popular fishing lake for pike and burbot, and there is a large provincial park on its southern shore.

declining lake trout population in Moberly Lake. This hatchery release was the third over the six-year period, with the goal of increasing the number of trout in the lake to at least 5,000 adult fish.

Nearly nine thousand juvenile trout were released into Moberly Lake at Spence Tuck Regional Park on May 17, 2016, as part of a six-year project launched in 2010 to recover lake trout in Moberly Lake.

Extremely low numbers of lake trout had been confirmed in Moberly Lake - less than 400 fish - with overfishing and resulting poor survival rates being the main contributing factors.

The release was a partnership between the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations and the Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C. to help rebuild a

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number of other key initiatives including harvest closures, seasonal fishing closures, a fish tag-reporting program, fish population monitoring, public outreach and collaboration with local First Nations.

Please note: Fisheries biologists ask that anglers please report tagged fish. Numbers and locations of fish caught are a vital part of fish monitoring projects. Reporting tagged fish is the best way for biologists Rehabilitating a lake trout to keep track of the success population takes an extensive of rehabilitation efforts. Thank amount of time and effort. you!

Hatchery releases are a major component of the Lake Trout recovery program in Moberly Lake, but it is supported by a

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rom Fort St. John, follow Highway 97 north, about 11 kilometres, to the junction of Highways 97 and 29.

Turn left (west) onto Highway 29 and follow for about 110 kilometres to Moberly Lake.

The highway wraps around the north and eastern shore, and the turnoff to the park is located shortly past Moberly River Bridge at the east end of the lake. Turn right (west) onto the gravel road and follow for about 3 kilometres to the park.

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Muncho Lake 1,489 Hectares (3,680 Acres)

109 metres (360 feet)

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uncho Lake, with its jewel-toned waters and stunning backdrop of snow capped rugged mountains will have you wondering if you should be reaching for the camera or the fly rod.

Cory Koenig, owner of Webflyz BC, says that fishing Muncho Lake “is one of the best experiences any angler would enjoy.”

Koenig emphasises choosing your flies carefully.

“Presenting the proper fly will increase your chances substantially,” he says. For Muncho Lake, try large mice, frogs/ toads, saltwater poppers, and small slimy sculpins.

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tions. Common aquatic insects LAKE ACCESS in Muncho Lake are stone flies rom Fort Nelson head west and may flies, later in the sumalong the Alaska Highway. mer is a great time to use dry Muncho Lake is at approxiflies. mately KM 681 of the Alaska Lake trout offer a great fishing Highway. experience. Try cloudy days, There are a few different or low light periods. Large options for accomodation at lures and flies work well for Muncho Lake. There are two lake trout. Make sure your campgrounds in Muncho Lake gear is heavy enough to handle Provincial Park. One is at these lunkers; the lake trout Strawberry Flats at the south here are not small and deli- end of the lake, and another cate. Spring and early summer is at MacDonald campground, may be your best times to fish situated at about the mid-point Muncho Lake. of Muncho Lake.

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There is an abundance of trails and hiking opportunities are endless. Moose, cariboo and stone sheep are frequent visitors. Take a look at the As well, Koenig suggests large Northern Rockies Hiking and bait fish flies that resemble Motorized Trail Guide for northern whitefish or grayling. more detail.

Use 6 to 9 weight fly rod and line(s), with or without sink For great fly fishing tips and tips to achieve depth. proven winners, visit Cory Koenig’s website at www.

A good standard for Muncho is webflyz.com. Koenig has been a baitfish fly. Koenig advises fishing in British Columbia all that baitfish flies in most colhis life, and is an expert fly ors will work, with emphasis tier. on blue/white, red/white, and yellow/white colour combina-

Both offer seasonally available, unserviced campsites, a boat launch, pit toilets and a day-use, picnic area.

Campsites are available on a first come, first served basis.

Serviced campgrounds are available at both Northern Rockies Lodge. For full service restaurant, cabins, fuel, and hotel amenities, visit Northern Rockies Lodge, at Mile 462 of the Alaska Highway They can be reached at 1-800-663-5269.

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uskwa Kechika Wilderness Area is a vast region stretching over 6.4 million hectares in north east British Columbia. It is larger than many countries, and home to some of the best fishing in the world.

Unlike most of British Columbia’s waterways emptying into the Pacific, this region drains north into the Arctic Ocean. As a result it carries very different fish populations. Many species are only found in the Peace region, such as Arctic grayling, northern pike and walleye. And some of them can grow very big.

from June first to about the 15th of July... and that’s when the pike fishing starts to kick in.

“I like to fish with light gear,” says Schildknecht, “[and] in these mountain lakes [the lake trout] don’t go that deep because the water stays very cold.

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words, no big gear is needed to get the big fish.

Another great fishing destination is the Kechika River. Since it has a relatively heavy silt load, Schildknecht recommends anglers find where clear running tributaries enter the river. That is where you will find good pockets of Arctic grayling and bull trout.

Most of the fishing destinations in this region are remote and fly-in only. However we have highlighted two locations that are accessible by road or by trail.

“We really do have trophy size grayling,” says Urs Schildknecht, owner of Northern Rockies Lodge on Muncho Lake. “A four pound grayling is not unheard of in our area.”

The first is Tetsa R i v e r which runs

Schildknecht operates an air service from his lodge, and has explored many of the remote reaches of the Muskwa Kechika. He takes his clients to some of the most pristine fishing destinations found anywhere in the world, which also happen to be some of the best fishing as well.

along the Alaska Highway.

Schildknecht says there are good populations of bull trout and Arctic grayling at many places along the highway.

“There are probably ten or fifteen miles of river that run parallel to the Alaska highway,” with a number of pull outs where anglers can park and reach the river. Look for small pools where the fish will gather and rest.

“Most fishing is best with fly fishing,” says Schildknecht, “but you can [also] use a small Mepps spinner.

Keep in mind that you have to have single barbless hooks if you fish any of the river systems up here.”

Another highlighted lake —Redfern Lake — is located within RedfernKeily Provincial Park and is accessible by ATV. The park is roughly 80 km west of the Alaska Highway via trail systems. One trail follows Nevis Creek and the Besa River to Redfern Lake, and a second trail follows the Sikanni Chief River to Trimble Lake. Another trail links Trimble Lake to the Besa River, completing a loop.

Both trails are open to snowmobiles, horses, hikers, mountain bikes, and dog sleds; however, motorized ATV vehicles can only access the park via the Redfern Lake trail.

“South Gataga is outstanding for lake trout fishing and pike fishing.

The lake trout fishing is at its peak

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North Cameron Lake 60 Hectares (149 Acres)

20 metres (66 feet)

720 metres (2,362 feet)

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orth Cameron Lake is a popular and easily accessible local lake right near Hudson’s Hope. Close to town, yet far enough away for a retreat, Cameron Lakes offer great fishing for all.

Remember that motorized boats are not permitted on Cameron Lakes. Take a paddle along the east side of the lake, near the picnic area. Also try your luck moving into the south end. Here the water is Many years ago, North not as deep, but there is ample Cameron Lake was stocked habitat and cover for foraging with walleye. Now the lake is fish. home to a naturally sustaining walleye population. These feisty cool water fish are a LAKE ACCESS treat to go after. rom Hudson’s Hope, head south along Highway 29 You’ll want to get near the for approximately 29 kilomebottom when you’re targetting tres.

There are turn-offs into walleye, as they prefer to feed the campground and picnic in the depths. Look for strucarea. ture as well, something that is

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no problem in North Cameron Lake. Particularly in the winter, walleye will hold near the dropoffs in the lake.

Other species in North Cameron Lake are rainbow trout and whitefish. Small flatfish and spinners are good choices for targetting rainbow trout. Spoons can work well in cooler temperatures when the trout are more actively feeding near the surface.

Cameron Lake is one of the few lakes that offers good swimming during the summer months. A favourite for locals, it does not allow motorized vessels, so provides a more relaxed and tranquil atmosphere. The park offers twenty dry sites, outhouses, fire pits, swimming, hiking, fishing, playground, and a boat launch.

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One Island Lake 158 Hectares (390 Acres)

10.7 metres (35 feet)

897 metres (2,943 feet)

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ne Island Lake is considered one of the angling jewels of northeastern British Columbia, both for its spectacular scenery and its big fish.

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ally with rainbow and brook trout. In 2018, the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC stocked 5,000 rainbow trout and 5,000 brook trout in One Island Lake.

When targetting rainbows, it can be useful to know that there is a good sedge hatch in early July. Muddler minnows, Woolly Buggers and Doc Spratleys can all be productive fly patterns.

Brook trout can be attracted using spinners with Flatfish, Panther Martin lures or Dick Nite spoons.

Consider your trolling speed when using spoons or spinners to ensure your gear is being used optimally. Trolling too fast can make some spoons spin, while going too slow can make some spinners wobble.

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for about 30 kilometers. Turn right (southwest) at the community of Tupper and follow the gravel road for another 30 kilometers. The gravel road is rough in spots and may be more difficult to navigate in wet weather. One Island Lake Provincial Park, located on the southeast shore of the lake, has a boat launch and vehicle accessible campsites.

Camping is available on a first come first served basis.

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Quality Lake 20 Hectares (49 Acres)

6.2 metres (20 feet)

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ood sized trout are just one of the attributes that make Quality Lake an attractive family fishing spot. As one of the region’s Family Fishing Waters, it is a great place for children or beginners to practise and test their skills.

Every spring Quality Lake is stocked with catchable sized rainbow trout. In 2018, Quality Lake was stocked with 1,500 such trout. In the nutrient-laden waters of this lake, the trout grow large quite

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quickly, which makes for a If you’re superb opportunity for anglers t r o l l of all ages. ing, try Trolling is a great way to cover to get your fly or a lot of distance in a relatively lure down to this short amount of time. Try troll- level. Spring is ing around shoal and drop off the best time of year to go after areas. brook trout.

A wide variety of hatches occurs throughout the season. LAKE Black, green or red doc sprat- ACCESS leys can be good producers. rom Other fly patterns that may work well are those which can Tumbler imitate a variety of insects. Ridge folWoolly buggers, Muddler low the Minnows and chironomid pat- Heritage terns are all good choices.

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Brook trout are also present in Quality Lake. Troll slowly through cool water and try small lures such as a Panther Martin or a small Len Thompson. Black leeches, damsel flies and dragon flies are good fly choices.

Early mornings and later evenings are the best time to go after brook trout, as this is when they are most active.

They prefer cool water in the 10 to 12 degree celcius range.

north for about 7 kilometers.

Turn right on the Bearhole Lake Road, just before crossing Quality Creek. Follow Bearhole Lake Road about 6 kilometers to the culvert crossing at the lake’s outlet. From here, a 100 meter walking trail provides access to the north end of the lake.

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Stewart Lake 28 Hectares (89 Acres)

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very year, rainbow trout are stocked in Stewart Lake, west of Dawson Creek, and in 2018, 2,500 rainbow trout were released. For Stewart Lake, the trout are Pennask, which

887 metres (2,910 feet)

are a large strain of rainbow trout from Pennask Lake in the south.

The Pennask strain, ideal for lakes with a diverse insect population, are well-suited to small

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lakes such as Stewart. They can grow quite large feeding only on insects. They are known for their jumping ability and are most active at dusk.

When targetting these fish, try trolling flies such as red or green doc spratleys.

Leeches may also be a good choice.

If you are matching your flies to an emerging insect, it pays to know the patterns of the insect you are imitating. For example, damsel flies emerging will head straight up and then to the water’s edge, while dragon flies will head for the edge before swimming up the water column.

Stewart Lake is quite shallow, and fishing during the mid-summer can be challenging. Be creative with your choice of lures and flies, and don’t be afraid to experiment.

Please consult the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations before heading out. There is a 10 horsepower limit in place

for Stewart Lake.

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rom Dawson Creek, head west along Highway 97 for approximately 48 kilometres. Turn right (north) onto the Stewart Lake Forest Service Road. Travel along this road approximately 27 kilometers to the Forest Service Recreation Site on the west side of the lake.

A short trail from the site leads to Stewart Lake. The access road is suitable for 2 wheel drive, however may be rough in wet weather.

Please keep in mind, that as Gord from flyguys.net reports, active gravel hauling and other industrial activities has created many new roads, and deactivated others. Ensure you have good maps and good communication devices.

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Swan Lake 600 Hectares (1,482 Acres)

7.6 metres (25 feet)

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hile shallow, Swan Lake supports a great fishery, though not for trout. Instead, this lake is a prime walleye and pike lake. As well, yellow perch and burbot reside here.

726 metres (2,381 feet)

a rubber jig (a hook with a weighted head) and night crawlers can be consistent producers. Brian Landry from Corlane Sporting Goods in Dawson Creek says that Walleye make for good fish- anglers will want to keep their ing, and Swan Lake is easily jigs small. fished from shore or by boat. Crankbaits can yield good Boating will provide access results as well, either casting to bigger fish, however young or trolling along the shoals. anglers may have just as much Walleye will become more active as the weather warms, fun casting from shore.

When going after walleye, making Swan Lake a good mid-summer destination.

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rom Dawson C r e e k head south on Highway 2 for 35 kilometres, then follow the signs for Swan Lake Provincial Park.

Turn left (east) on the gravel road, then right at the first 4 way stop. The gravel road is about 4 Please note that Swan Lake kilometres and is is now catch-and-release only accessible with a for walleye. Please consult 2WD vehicle. the BC Freshwater Fishing Swan Lake Regulations for more informa- Provincial park tion. offers 42 campFishing for pike can be an sites and basic exciting challenge as well. Pike facilities, along prefer rocky points, shoals and with a good sized cover, and will often go after boat launch. bright colours. Brian suggests larger jigs for pike fishing, and don’t forget a wire leader.

Good spoons to try would be a Len Thompson yellow and red Five of Diamonds spoon.

Crankbaits, spinners and plugs can also be effective for pike.

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Wapiti Lake 376 Hectares (929 Acres)

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apiti Lake, a hike-in treat, is large and deep, with absolutely stunning scenery. The snow-peaked mountains provide the backdrop to this breathtaking lake. The fishery here gets very little pressure due to its remote location, and can reward anglers with large bull trout.

Wapiti Lake is home to bull trout. Once thought to be the same species as Dolly Varden, bull trout are distinguished by their larger, flatter

70 metres (230 feet)

1,180 metres (3,871 feet)

September 1976

heads. Please bear in mind that LAKE ACCESS bull trout are a blue-listed speapiti Lake Provincial cies, and special regulations Park is located about apply throughout the Peace 60 km south of Tumbler Ridge Region. in the upper portions of the Brian Smith, author of Fly Wapiti River drainage. It is Fishing BCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Interior, says accessed via the Wapiti River that bull trout tend to inhabit F o r e s t the coldest, most remote lakes Service and streams.

Road.

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Metres

Follow this road to kilometre 29 and turn right onto a road that leads to an old well site.

The trail starts at the southwest corner of this site.

The trail is approximately 19 km and follows the north side of the Wapiti River and the shores of a few smaller lakes.

A view of Wapiti Falls can be achieved by following a short 200 metre trail off the main trail at kilometre 7. Be sure to bring your camera as the scenic views are plentiful.

Onion Lake is located further along the trail, up a very steep portion of the trail.

There are campsites along the trail and at the lakes. Bear in mind that there are no services, and campers must be prepared to be entirely selfsufficient. Please ensure you have good maps and stick to marked trails.

Caution: Do not use this map for navigational purposes. This map may not reflect current conditions. Uncharted hazards may exist. Base Map ŠProvince of British Columbia.

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Peace Fishing Regulations

2019 to 2021

Changes as of April 1, 2019 highlighted.

GENERAL ZONE B RESTRICTIONS Single barbless hook: must be used in all streams of Zone B, all year.

Bait ban: applies to all streams of Zone B, all year.

Fin fish: (as defined on page 9 under “Rules on Bait Usage”) may not be used as bait in any waters of Zone B. Set lining: is not permitted in Zone B.

ICE FISHING HUTS: WARNING! Failure to remove ice fishing huts from lakes before spring breakup is an offence under the Environmental Management Act. WARNING Due to aeration projects, DANGEROUS THIN ICE and OPEN WATER may exist on Inga and Sundance Lakes

REGION ZONE B DAILY QUOTAS (See tables for exceptions) Streams include rivers, creeks and sloughs Trout/char: 5, but not more than • 1 over 50 cm • 2 from streams • 2 lake trout • 1 bull trout NOTE: Bull trout may only be retained from Oct. 16 to Aug. 14. These fish may only be from the Liard River watershed (or other specified waters) and only 30-50 cm in length. See below.

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POSSESSION QUOTAS Possession quotas = 2 daily quotas for mostspecies. See tables for exceptions.

Exception: possession quota = 1 daily quotafor Arctic grayling, 1 daily quota for bull trout,and 1 daily quota for lake trout.

NOTE: Bull trout and Dolly Varden are two distinct species. Since only bull trout are found in the Peace Region, we have removed references to Dolly Varden here.

TABLE LEGEND See the following tables for exceptions and additional regulations on specific waters.  Stocked Lake (not all stocked lakes listed, see p.87) * Including tributaries

And you must release: • Rainbow trout of any size from streams, May 1 to June 15 • Lake trout under 30 cm • Lake trout of any size, Sept.15 to Oct. 31 • Bull trout from the Liard River watershed Aug. 15 to Oct. 15, and from the Peace River watershed all year (See tables for exceptions) Arctic grayling: 2 (none under 30 cm and only 1 over 45 cm) And you must release: • any size, May 1 to June 15 • all from Williston Lake and its tributaries

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Burbot: 5 Goldeye: 10 Inconnu: 1 Kokanee: 4 (none from streams) Northern pike: 3 (only 1 over 90 cm) Walleye: 3 (only 1 over 70 cm) And you must release: • all from streams, April 1 to May 15 Whitefish: 15 (all species combined) Yellow perch: 5

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Peace Fishing Regulations

2019 to 2021

Changes as of April 1, 2019 highlighted.

ANDY BAILEY (Jackfish) LAKE BEATTIE LAKE BELCOURT LAKE

7-48 7-57 7-19 7-20

No powered boats No Fishing Nov 1- Apr 30; Trout daily quota = 1 (none over 50 cm); bait ban, single barbless hook No Fishing Nov 1-Apr 30 Engine power restriction - 7.5 kW (10 hp)

BOULDER LAKE  BURNT RIVER* CAMERON LAKES CARBON LAKE

7-22

No powered boats; situated at the head of Boulder Creek

7-22 7-31 7-31

CECIL LAKE CECILIA CREEK CECILIA LAKE

7-33 7-19 7-19

CHARLIE LAKE

7-33 7-35

Release all fish; artificial fly only See North and South Cameron Lakes No Fishing Nov 1-Apr 30 Lake trout daily and possession quotas = 1 (none under 30 cm) Engine power restriction - 7.5 kW (10 hp) No powered boats No Fishing No Fishing Nov 1-Apr 30 Trout/char daily quota = 2 (none under 40 cm); bait ban, single barbless hook Walleye daily and possession quotas = 3; northern pike daily and possession quotas = 3 See Chunamun Lake

BOOT LAKE 

“CHINAMAN” LAKE  CHOWADE RIVER* CHUNAMUN LAKE 

7-43 7-35

CLEARWATER CREEK CLEARWATER LAKE DENETIAH CREEK DENETIAH LAKE DIMSDALE CREEK DIMSDALE LAKE DINOSAUR LAKE (Reservoir Downstream of W.A.C. Bennett Dam) FERN LAKE GETHING CREEK* GWILLIM LAKE HALFWAY RIVER

7-31 7-31 7-52 7-52 7-19 7-19 7-31

HEART LAKE 

7-22

INGA LAKE 

7-34

JOHNSON CREEK* KAKWA LAKE

7-31 7-19

KAKWA RIVER LETAIN LAKE

7-19 7-52

LIARD RIVER WATERSHED (see map on page 72)

7-53

LOWER BLUE LAKE

7-21

MOBERLY LAKE MONKMAN LAKE

7-31 7-21

MUNCHO LAKE MURRAY RIVER NORTH CAMERON LAKE

7-51 7-21 7-31 7-20

ONE ISLAND LAKE 

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7-42 7-31 7-21 7-34

No Fishing upstream of the Horseshoe Road bridge, Aug 15-Oct 15 No Fishing Nov 1-Apr 30 Rainbow trout daily and possession quotas = 2 (none over 50 cm); bait ban, single barbless hook Release all fish No Fishing Nov 1-Apr 30; Release all fish, May 1-Oct 31 No Fishing July 1-July 15 Bait ban No Fishing Trout/char release; bait ban, single barbless hook No Fishing from W.A.C. Bennett Dam to 100 m south of Gething Creek, and between the antivortex dyke and Peace Canyon Dam* No trout/char under 25 cm (release all bull trout); single barbless hook No fishing June 1-July 15; Rainbow trout daily quota = 2 (none over 50 cm); bait ban No Fishing Lake trout daily quota = 2 (none under 40 cm or over 60 cm); bait ban, single barbless hook No Fishing from confluence with Peace River to fishing boundary signs approximately 5 km upstream, March 1-June 30 Trout/char daily quota = 1 (none under 35 cm) Electric motors only Engine power restriction - 7.5 kW (10 hp) WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration!

No Fishing No Fishing Nov 1-Apr 30 Trout/char daily quota = 2 (none under 40 cm) No Fishing No Fishing within 100 m of fishing boundary sign at outlet, May 15-July 31 Rainbow trout daily and possession quotas = 2 (none over 50 cm); bait ban, single hook Bull trout release from all lakes and streams, Aug 15-Oct 15 Bull trout daily and possession quotas = 1 (none under 30 cm or over 50 cm) from all lakes and streams, Oct 16-Aug 14 No Fishing Nov 1-Apr 30 Bull trout daily and possession quotas = 1 (none under 40 cm or over 60 cm), May 1-Aug 14 Bait ban, single barbless hook No Fishing Sept 15-Oct 31; lake trout release Nov 1-Sept 14 No Fishing Nov 1-Apr 30 Bull trout daily and possession quotas = 1 (none under 40 cm or over 60 cm), May 1-Aug 14 Bait ban, single barbless hook Lake Trout daily quota = 2 (none under 40 cm and only 1 over 60 cm); single barbless hook Arctic grayling release from Kinuseo Falls to signs about 2 km downstream No powered boats See ice hut warning, page 72 in this section

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2019 to 2021

Changes as of April 1, 2019 highlighted.

PEACE RIVER

7-31

PINE RIVER* RADAR LAKE RAINBOW LAKES

7-32 7-20 7-52

ROBB LAKE SIMPSON LAKE

7-57 7-31

SOUTH CAMERON LAKE

7-31 7-32

Kokanee daily quota = 4 Arctic grayling EXEMPT from the May 1-June 30 release No Fishing between Peace Canyon Dam and Hwy #29 bridge No Fishing from mouth of Halfway River to fishing boundary signs approx. 5 km upstream and 5 km downstream, March 1-June 30 Release all fish upstream of the Hasler Road bridge No powered boats No Fishing within 100 m of fishing boundary sign at outlet, May 15-July 31 Rainbow trout daily and possession quotas = 2 (none over 50 cm); bait ban, single hook Bull trout daily quota = 1 (any size) No Fishing in lake Nov 1- Apr 30; tributaries closed all year Trout/char daily quota = 2 (none over 40 cm); bait ban, single barbless hook No powered boats Engine power restriction - 7.5 kW (10 hp)

7-19 7-32

Engine power restriction - 7.5 kW (10 hp) WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration!

7-20 7-20 7-19 7-31 7-36

Walleye daily quota = 1 (none under 50 cm) No Fishing within 100 m downstream of outlet weir at Swan Lake; Walleye release Bait ban, single barbless hook No rainbow trout under 30 cm See mercury warning page 67 in Region 7A, and definition of “stream mouth” on page 96 in the Provincial Regulations Arctic grayling release* Bull trout daily quota =1 (none under 30 cm or over 50 cm), Oct 16-Aug 14 No Fishing within 100 m of fishing boundary sign at outlet, May 15-July 31 Rainbow trout daily and possession quotas = 2 (none over 50 cm); bait ban, single hook

STEWART LAKE  STONY LAKE SUNDANCE LAKE v SWAN LAKE TUPPER RIVER WAPITI LAKE WILLISTON LAKE (in Zone B)

WOLVERINE LAKE

7-52

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YOUR 4-SEASON PLAYGROUND!

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Stop by the Chetwynd Visitor Centre conveniently located along Highway 97. Open year-round, it is your one-stop shop for regional and provincial information. The knowledgeable, friendly staff offer complimentary computer access, coffee/tea and lounge area, souvenirs, guitar, painting/art, children’s activities, umbrellas, BBQ use, ample parking & RV parking, EV charge station ...

Need some gear to enhance your time in Chetwynd? There are numerous items you can borrow: Fishing rods: Ice fishing and auger for winter • Life jackets • Hiking Poles • Bear bells • Snowshoes: men’s, ladies, youth • Bicycles: tandem, ladies, men’s, youth + helmets • Sports balls: soccer, volleyball, basket ball, dodge ball, football • Tennis equipment • Badminton equipment • Pickleball equipment • Bocce • Croce • Frisbees • Horseshoes • Hockey sticks and pucks

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250.788.1943

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2019 Chinook Update

What you need to know about the Chinook retention changes: Johnstone Strait and Northern Strait of Georgia • Until July 14th: Non-retention • July 15th to August 29th: Daily limit of one (1) • August 30th to December 31st: Daily limit of two (2) Strait Juan de Fuca and Southern Strait of Georgia • Until July 31st: Non-retention • August 1st to August 29th: Daily limit of one (1) • August 30th to December 31st: Daily limit of two (2) West Coast Vancouver Island Offshore • Until July 14th: Non-retention • July 15th to December 31st: Daily limit of two (2)

What you need to know about the Total annual retention reduced from thirty (30) to ten (10) Chinook retention changes Johnstone Strait and Northern Strait of Georgia • Until July 14th: Non-retention • July 15th to August 29th: Daily limit of one (1) • August 30th to December 31st: Daily limit of two (2) Strait Juan de Fuca and Southern Strait of Georgia • Until July 31st: Non-retention • August 1st to August 29th: Daily limit of one (1) • August 30th to December 31st: Daily limit of two (2)

Closure of Fraser River recreational remains inofplace at least West Coast Vancouver Is- fishingRetention twountil (2) ChiAugust 23rd land Offshore nook per day remains for

Northern BC and inshore • Until July 14th: Non-retenRetention of of twoWest (2) Chinook day areas Coast per Vantion for Northern • July 15th to December remains couver Island.BC and inshore 31st: Daily limit of two (2) areas of West Coast Vancouver Island.

Information current as of Information current as of April 18th, April 18th, 2019.

Total annual retention 2019.

Visit http://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca reduced from thirty (30) to up-to-date information about regulaten (10) Visit www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca tion changes and closures up-to-date information Closure of Fraser River about regulation changes and closures. recreational fishing remains in place until at least August 23rd Photo submitted by Angler’s Atlas member Kelly Riehl.

Peace 2019 Fishing BC Member Directory BUSINESS NAME Avid Sportfishing

EMAIL neil@avidsportfishing.ca

PHONE (250) 637-1074

WEBSITE

TYPE

N/A

Charters & Guides

Babine Lodge

info@babinelodge.com

(250) 697-2310

N/A

Resort/Lodges

Babine Norlakes Steelhead Camp

norlakes@gmail.com

(250) 847-2341

babinenorlakes.com

Resort/Lodges

Bill Harrison, Langara Fishing Adventures

bullharrison@gmail.com

(778) 239-3717

langara.com

Certified Tidal Angling Guides

Blackfeather Fishing Charters

info@blackfeathercharters.com

(250) 627-6461

blackfeathercharters.com

Charters & Guides

Brent Gibson, Langara Fishing Adventures

brent_gibson@mac.com

N/A

langara.com

Certified Tidal Angling Guides

Brent Raymond, Langara Fishing Adventures

raymondcbrent@hotmail.com

(250) 509-0896

langara.com

Certified Tidal Angling Guides

Cameron McCulloch, Langara Fishing Adventures

cammuck@hotmail.com

N/A

langara.com

Certified Tidal Angling Guides

Cariboo River Fishing Adventures

mooring@uniserve.com

(250) 991-8114

caribooriverfishing.com

Charters & Guides

Charlotte Queen Adventures Ltd.

info@charlottequeenadventures.com (604) 583-6556

charlottequeenadventures.com

Resort/Lodges

Chris Scoten

scooters@shaw.ca

(604) 816-1864

N/A

Certified Tidal Angling Guides

Damdochax River Lodge

alicewilliams@damdocax.com

(250) 877-6075

damdochax.com

Resort/Lodges

Eagle Point Lodge

eaglepoint@eaglepointelodge.com (888) 988-8388

eaglepointelodge.com

Resort/Lodges

Feather Forge Fly Company

aaroncaldwell@gmail.com

(403) 669-5462

N/A

Resort/Lodges

Finger Lake WIlderness Resort

FingerLake@xplornet.com

(778) 785-1114

fingerlakeresort.com

Resort/Lodges

Foggy Point Charter Services

info@foggypoint.com

(250) 627-1853

foggypoint.com

Charters & Guides

Frontier Farwest Lodge

info@bulkleysteelhead.com

(877) 846-9153

bulkleysteelhead.com

Resort/Lodges

Gordon Bagan, Langara Fishing Adventures

N/A

N/A

langara.com

Certified Tidal Angling Guides

Graywood Sporting Group

wcuppy@graywoodsporting.com

(705) 749-0622

graywoodsporting.com

Other Services

Inland Pacific Distributors

N/A

(604) 533-3244

N/A

Tackle & Marine Retail

Jeff Beckwith, Blackfeather Fishing Charters

info@blackfeathercharters.com

(250) 627-4094

blackfeathercharters.com

Certified Tidal Angling Guides

Kevin Wiley, Northern Bounty Fishing Charters

N/A

N/A

northernbounty.ca

Certified Tidal Angling Guides

Lakes District Air and Fishing

flying@ldair.ca

(250) 692-3229

LDair.ca

Resort/Lodges

Langara Fishing Adventures

info@langara.com

(604) 232-5532

langara.com

Resort/Lodges

Mandy Wesley

haidaguide@hotmail.com

(604) 928-6884

N/A

Certified Tidal Angling Guides

Moberly Lake Resort and Marina

hhammer@pris.bc.ca

(250) 782-6425

moberlylakemarinaandresort.ca

Resort/Lodges

Naden Lodge

info@nadenlodge.com

(250) 626-3322

nadenlodge.bc.ca

Resort/Lodges

Nadina Lake Lodge

nadina@shaw.ca

(250) 695-6788

loveburnslake.com

Resort/Lodges

Nadina Mountain Wilderness Lodge

N/A

(250) 845-7532

N/A

Resort/Lodges

Nechako Lodge and Aviation

info@nechakolodge.com

(250) 412-2665

nechakolodge.com

Resort/Lodges

Nicholas Dean Outdoors

info@nicholasdean.com

(250) 635-5295

nicholasdean.com

Resort/Lodges

North King Lodge

info@northkinglodge.com

(250) 751-0302

northkinglodge.com

Resort/Lodges

Northern Bounty Fishing Charters

bountyhunter@citytel.net

(250) 624-6827

northernbounty.ca

Charters & Guides

Ookpik Wilderness Lodge

info@ookpiklodge.com

(250) 697-2502

ookpiklodge.com

Resort/Lodges

(250) 503-0060

Pelly Peak Wilderness Lodge

gelmgmt@shaw.ca

N/A

Resort/Lodges

Queen Charlotte Lodge

rclough@queencharlottelodge.com (604) 420-7197

queencharlottelodge.com

Resort/Lodges

Shearwater Resort & Marina Ltd.

fish@shearwater.ca

hearwater.ca

Resort/Lodges

(604) 270-6204

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EMAIL brian@silverhilton.com

PHONE (250) 877-9252

WEBSITE silverhilton.com

TYPE Resort/Lodges

Silverback Fishing Adventures

silverback@citywest.ca

(250) 628-3357

haaneenaa.com

Resort/Lodges

Steelhead Valhalla Lodge

jeff@sweetwatertravel.com

(250) 847-1806

steelheadvalhallalodge.com

Resort/Lodges

Suskeena Lodge

sustutriver@gmail.com

(250) 566-1407

sustutriver.com

Resort/Lodges

Tachick Lake Resort

N/A

(250) 567-4929

tachicklakeresort.com

Resort/Lodges

Tetachuck WIlderness Lodge

info@tetachucklodge.com

(403) 799 4652

tetachucklodge.com

Resort/Lodges

West Coast Fishing Club

info@westcoastfishingclub.com

(604) 233-9232

westcoastfishingclub.com

Resort/Lodges

Western Wild Sportfishing

info@westernwildsportfishing.com (250) 922-5777

westernwildsportfishing.com Charters & Guides

Westwind Tugboat Adventures

cruise@tugboatcruise.com

tugboatcruise.com

(888) 599-8847

Resort/Lodges

2018 Peace Trout Stocking Report Waterbody Name

Species

Released

Waterbody Name

Species

Released

BEAVER

RB

500

INGA

RB

8000

BOOT

EB

5000

MOOSE

RB

2500

BOOT

RB

3500

ONE ISLAND

EB

5000

BORROWPIT# 1 RB

500

ONE ISLAND

RB

5000

BORROWPIT# 2 RB

500

PETE

RB

1200

BORROWPIT# 4 RB

500

QUALITY

RB

1500

BORROWPIT# 8 RB

500

STEWART

RB

2500

BOULDER

RB

1500

SUNDANCE

RB

2500

CHUNAMUN

RB

2500

WRIGHT

RB

1000

HEART

EB

2000

Stock Species Codes: EB Eastern Brook Trout (Char) LT Lake Trout RB Rainbow Trout For more information on Fish Stocking in British Columbia, visit: www.GoFishBC.com

“The very good news for 2019 is that inside the surf line of all of Area 25, Chinook Salmon regulation will remain the same.”

John Falavolito, owner Westview Marina and Lodge.

To learn more about the 2019 fishing regulations in John’s area, give him a call at 250-934-7672!

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