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Rivers of the Skeena

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Freshwater Fishing Regulations

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Arguably the best fishing rivers in the world are in the Skeena Region. Find them on pages 36-39.

The Freshwater Fishing Regulations for all of the Skeena Region are available on pages 40-44.

Fishing BC Members The complete listings are printed on pages 46-47.

Skeena KEY MAP

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he Skeena Region covers a vast area of B.C., taking up the northwest quarter of the province. From mountains to valleys, lava beds and ocean, the Skeena Region has an enormous variety of terrain. This region has world-class rivers and thousands of lakes for anglers to explore.

Most of the lakes in the Skeena region, unlike in many other areas, sustain naturally producing wild populations of rainbow trout. However, there are also several lakes that are stocked regularly. The types of trout released here are rainbows, cutthroat and eastern brook trout. As well, you’ll find salmon and steelhead runs in the rivers, which should be on every angler’s bucket list.

Great fishing exists across the region, with the eastern sections providing excellent lake fisheries. Takysie, Babine and Nilkitkwa Lakes are teeming with trout. Of course the rivers in the northwest are world class, and a fly angler’s dream.

This guide contains 18 lakes and three rivers. Most of them are centred along the highway corridors, with a few off the beaten track.

Anglers of all persuasions will find a lot to keep them challenged in the Skeena region. From fly-in fishing in remote waters, to drifting world class rivers, to trolling with the family on a weekend getaway. The Skeena region offers much to explore.

This guide is meant as an appetizer for some of the great fishing in this region. Around each lake featured in this guide are often dozens of other lakes that are just as productive.

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nce again in 2018 is a complete listing of all members of the Fishing BC, as well as the updated Freshwater Fishing Regulations for the Skeena Region. We’ve also included fish stocking information for the lakes in this region, courtesy of the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC. Have you tried out the Angler’s Atlas app? Download free for iOS and Android. Our app features all of your favourite web site functionality. Save maps, create markers, explore old favourites, and find new ones, all from your phone!

From mountains to valleys, lava beds and ocean, the Skeena Region has an enormous variety of terrain.

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McDonell Lake 223 Hectares (531 Acres)

14.6 metres (48 feet)

823 metres (2,700 feet)

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cDonnell Lake is a medium-size lake located about 35 kilometres west of Smithers.

It is the last in a chain of three popular fishing lakes located along the McDonnell Forest Service Road, preceded by Aldrich and Dennis Lakes.

The lake is known for its cutthroat trout, but also contains dolly varden. Although the fish are not often large, they are plentiful.

Luke Saffarek, owner of Tiger Fly Outfitters, says that McDonnell Lake is ideal for a canoe or belly boat.

The Copper River is known for its amazing steelhead fishery.

Fishing this river, as with most rivers in the Skeena region, can be the fishing adventure of a lifetime. Wild steelhead are a thrill to catch, their fight and vigor unmatched. Regulations Saffarek suggests that if you’re affecting the Copper River have using lures, “a Willow Leaf and changed. Please review regulaWedding Band is an excellent tions before heading out. combination. Small spinners, such as a Mepps Aglia, can also Luke Saffarek owns Tiger Fly be effective.”

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“For fly fishing in the spring, leeches and fry patterns work, especially around the drop offs and weed beds,” Saffarek suggests. “A trolled Rolled Muddler Minnow can be effective as well,” he adds.

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rom Terrace, head east to Smithers. Follow Hudson Bay Mountain Road from town, which turns into McDonnell Forest Service Road. McDonnell Lake is located about 35 km along this road, on the left (south) side of the road.

Although there are no facilities on the lake, there used to be a forest recreation site at the east end. Anglers may be able to launch a small cartop boat at this location.

There is another forest recreation site located at Dennis Lake, a few kilometres before reaching McDonnell Lake, which has five vehicle units.

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Babine Lake (North) 46,499 Hectares (114,897 Acres)

186 metres (610 feet)

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abine Lake is home to a special strain of rainbow trout that grows much larger than common rainbow trout species. This strain of trout is part of a rare ecotype called the Sutherland population.

These rainbow trout feed on kokanee and salmon fry, and grow quite large. There is limited information regarding the size of Babine Lake’s Sutherland population, and because it is a rare ecotype, anglers are encouraged to prac-

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tise catch-and-release when going after these big rainbow trout to encourage the long-term sustainability of this species. Barbless hooks are also encouraged to improve survivability.

Fisheries biologists and area stakeholders continue their research programs on

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Babine Lake to determine if the stock is sustainable at present levels. They look at the habitat and conduct surveys on tributaries as well.

Babine Lake is known for producing trophy char, rainbow trout and salmon.

Angler’s Atlas Field Staff member Kenneth Donaldson says that the trout in Babine Lake, “are considered by many to be comparatively large and aggressive fish and have been known to bite on sockeye rigs (flashers and bead setup @ <30’) as well as plugs (green / yellow and blue worked for me) trolled at many depths. While you don’t need a downrigger, I think it just gives you more control on the repetition of what depth works.”

Donaldson adds that, “Willow leaf and small “lifelike coloured” lures, such as green and yellow work well at shallower depths.”

Early in the season the trout will inhabit shallow waters, but as the water warms up the fish migrate to deeper, cooler sections of the lake.

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Babine Lake (South) 186 metres (610 feet)

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he rainbow trout fishery offers great options for every type of angler. Fly fishers can float the section of water between Babine Lake and Nilkitkwa Lake, known as Rainbow Alley.

Fishing in Rainbow Alley can be some of the best in the province.

Fly patterns that can work well are stoneflies, chinook and coho fry, and Epoxy

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Minnows and Stimulators.

There are three major hatches to watch for—caddisflies, stoneflies and mayflies. When imitating these flies, it is important to know your insect’s patterns. For example, when emerging, damselflies will swim straight up and then to the edge, while dragonflies will swim to the edge before heading up.

Angler’s Atlas Field Staff member Kenneth Donaldson reports that the south end of Babine Lake, into Rainbow Alley, is great fishing.

“I have fished at the Babine Lake end of Rainbow alley and caught more large Rainbows than when I have fished further into the lake (South of Granisle for example).

This MAY be the fact that we were closer to the Rainbow Alley “funnel” and they were congregating there, but I would have expected these large Rainbows to congregate at the

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mouths of any tributaries, waiting for any injured fish releasing their eggs early.”

The salmon population contributes to the great trout fishing in this part of the lake. Donaldson says that during June or thereabouts, the trout from both Babine and Nilkitkwa Lakes migrate through the river to gorge themselves on sockeye fry.

Please be aware that several different restrictions apply. Please consult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations and the salmon supplement regulations for more information.

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here are four primary access points to Babine Lake—north of Burns Lake to Pendelton Bay Provincial Park; near Granisle at recreation sites and provincial parks; at Smithers Landing and at Fort Babine. Granisle is located

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north of Topley (on Highway 16), following the Granisle Highway.

Access to Smithers Landing/Fort Babine from Highway 16 is from Eckman Road, about 5 km east of Smithers on the right (east).

Turn here and follow for 53 km.

(Note: The road eventually turns into Babine Lake Road). Turn left (north) onto the Nilkitkwa Forest Service Road, and follow for 44 km, to the turnoff to Fort Babine on the right (east).

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Chapman Lake 668 Hectares (1,651 Acres)

32.6 metres (107 feet)

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ith a variety of species, Chapman lake is a great place for anglers of all skill levels and experience. There are lots of options for year round fishing and camping.

Mike Deleny, owner of Aspen Bay Cottages says that the end of July is the best time to fish, as fish are actively feeding. Lake trout, kokanee, and rainbow trout are the most sought after species of the lake. Kokanee are a great fish for kids or novice anglers. Deleny notes that

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kokanee can pretty much be found all over the lake and are relatively easy to catch. He recommends fishing right from the shoreline. Kokanee can be caught using a number of lures or baits, however have been known to respond very well to flashers, and enjoy the colour red.

For the more experienced angler, or those looking for a challenge, rainbow trout have proven to be a difficult species in Champan Lake. Head towards the river mouths and troll using an apex and large flasher. Deleny says before noon or just as the sun in setting is the best time of day for rainbow trout.

Chapman Lake is full of lake trout as well. They tend to enjoy deep water, so best to target them from a boat and look for where the water drops December, however snowoff. Try jigging with soft plastic mobiles are welcome. There swimbaits or lipless crankbaits. is a boat launch located at the campsite.

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he road in is quite meandering and it can be easy to get turned around. Be sure to map out your route prior to heading to the lake. The road closes during November and

From Smithers, head southeast on Hwy 16 and turn onto Babine Lake Road for 38 km.

Take a slight left onto Upper Fulton Forest Service Rd until you reach Chapman lake.

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Dragon Lake 531 Hectares (1,312 Acres)

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ragon Lake is a mediumsize lake located in the Nass Valley north of Terrace. Rainbow trout are a popular sport fish in this lake and are prized by fly fishers.

Dragon Lake is known for producing large wild-stock rainbow trout. The fishing is normally good year-round, and in the summer, the best times for fishing are going to be earlier and later in the day, in part because heat can stress the fish, and also because the recreational activities can make fishing more challenging.

Fly fishers can try wet or dry

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flies when going after the rainbows. For wet flies, try Muddler Minnows, Chironomids, Dragonfly patterns and Leeches, all using a sinking line. For dry flies, try a Mayfly or Mosquito pattern along the edge of weedbeds.

Lure fishers can try small spinners, such as Blue Foxes, Panther Martins and Mepps —but keep the hooks small.

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the camp, on the Nass Forest Note: Dragon Lake can also be Service Road. reached from Hwy 37N by turnDragon Lake has a medium-size ing west onto the Nass FSR recreation site in a semi-open at Cranberry Junction. Continue area with eleven vehicle units. west on the Nass FSR for There is a boat launch and dock approximately 42 km. at the site, and it is RV accessible.

No special restrictions apply to this lake but make sure to consult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis for the regional and provincial guidelines.

Please remember that Dragon Lake is in bear country— both grizzly and black.

Everyone should use caution when fishing this and other remote lakes and bring along bear bangers and spray.

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rom Terrace, follow Highway 16 west to Kalum Lake Drive, also known as the Nisga’a Highway.

Follow this road north, 110 km, past New Aiyansh and the Nass Camp, to Dragon Lake. The lake is located about six kilometres past

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Dunalter Lake 23 Hectares (57 Acres)

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unalter Lake is a small lake located approximately 15 kilometres north of Houston. The lake is commonly referred to as Irrigation Lake and has good fishing for cutthroat and rainbow trout. In 2017, nearly 3,000 cutthroat trout were released into Dunalter Lake.

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located in a popular public park.

There is a dock in the day use area, where anglers can easily cast a line. In other spots, the lake can be weedy, so boating with small boats or pontoons is popular.

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As the lake warms up, hatch activity will increase with mayfly, caddis and midge hatches. The midges usually hatch through to June. In June the mayflies and caddis start to emerge.

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rom Burns Lake follow Highway 16 west, about 15 kilometres past Houston, to a sign reading “Irrigation Lake”. Turn left (west) onto a small road and Later in the summer, fishing follow for about half a kilometre In early spring, try chironomids, dragonfly and leech patterns in to the lake. used while still-water fishing the deeper water should work There is a day-use campground well.

Dunalter Lake is a good place with a strike indicator. and picnic area near the lake, and for family fishing, conveniently Some popular also a dock. The lake is easily lures used on accessed by belly boats, pontoon the lake are boats and canoes.

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Kitsumkalum Lake 1,969 Hectares (4,865 Acres)

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139.9 metres (459 feet)

itsumkalum Lake is a large, deep lake about 25 kilometres north of Terrace.

Also referred to as Kalum or Kitsumgallum Lake, it has good fishing for cutthroat trout and Dolly Varden.

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lished by Fisheries and Oceans, as well as the provincial regulations, before going after salmon. This applies to both the lake and the river.

Anglers going after cutthroat in Kitsumkalum Lake will be in for a real treat. Fishing for cutthroat is a great experience.

At times, cutthroat are entirely indiscriminate about their food choices and will go after anything available.

The Kitsumkalum River, at the north end of the lake, is known for its excellent salmon fishery. Special regulations apply for salmon, and anglers should consult the B.C. Freshwater Salmon Supplement pub- At other times, these beautiful trout can be almost finicky.

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Dolly Varden are also present in Kitsumkalum Lake. Try fish egg patterns, small fish patterns, and flashy spoons and spinners.

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From Terrace, head west on Highway 16, across the Kitsumkalum River, and then turn right (north) onto West Kalum Road. Follow this road for 27 km to the Redsand Demonstration Forest, and into the Hart Farm recreation site.

Kalum Lake Drive also leads to Kitsumkalum Lake, along the lake’s eastern shore. There are a few rugged boat launches on this side of the lake, but the status of these launches is unknown. For current information, head down to one of the local tackle shops.

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Lakelse Lake 1,460 Hectares (3,608 Acres)

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he opportunities seem endless on Lakelse Lake. The cutthroat and rainbow trout fisheries are one part of a great lake experience. An adventure playground awaits for the kids: explore the hiking trails amidst the old-growth forests or relax on the sandy beaches after a day of excellent fishing. Lakelse Lake is considered one of the region’s designated family fishing waters.

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Please see the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations for more information.

There is a well-developed provincial park on the north and eastern shore of Lakelse Lake.

The park consists of three separate sections—Gruchy’s Beach, Lakelse Lake Picnic Area and Furlong Bay Campground. The park is surrounded by the mountains of the Kitimat Range and One of the species in Lakelse stands of old-growth forests.

Lake is cutthroat trout. When fishing cutthroat, remember that LAKE ACCESS they are opportunistic feeders. rom Terrace, head south They often prefer small fish, along Highway 37. Gruchy’s crustaceans and insects, but will Bay and the picnic area go after anything available. Try are located about fishing a minnow pattern with a 15 km down highslow retrieve. Gear fishers can way. To get to the try small silver spoons. campground and launch, Try exploring the weed beds. A boat black Woolly Bugger or black continue along and silver Flatfish, could prove the highway for another five km effective in deeper sections. to Furlong Bay While cutthroat can often be Campground. found in streams and rivers, please note that special regula- The campground has tions apply to the Lakelse River. excellent facilities, This world-class river is catch- with a double-paved and-release only for cutthroat boat launch, loading dock and plenty of trout. parking space. Also, Lakelse River also provides the launch is located excellent steelhead fishing close to the day-use area opportunities. Extensive regula- of the campground. tions apply, such as a bait ban, motor and time restrictions and

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axan Lake is a popular fishing lake, situated between Houston and Burns Lake. It offers excellent fishing for rainbow trout and burbot.

Try fishing for rainbow trout in the shallow areas of the lake using smaller tackle. Popular areas are in the bays and along the shoals. The best time to fish for rainbow trout is in the spring.

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are trolling.

If you are targeting burbot, try jigging just off the bottom with a small Buzzbomb. If you are spending the night, you may want to use a set line, as described in the Freshwater Fishing Regulations. Anglers are only allowed one line with a single hook, which must be at least 3 cm from the point to the For fly fishers, a standard leech shank. The line must be marked pattern should work well, and with your name, address and lure fishers can try the reliable telephone number.

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rom Smithers follow Highway 16 east about 40 km past Houston, to Forestdale Road on your right (south).

Follow this road for about five kilometres, which then turns into the Maxan Creek Road.

Continue another 11 km along this road, which will take you directly to the shores of Maxan Lake.

There is a forest recreation site on the northwest shore of this lake in a sheltered bay. The site is accessible with 2WD and has twelve vehicle units. The site has a boat launch and small beach.

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Nilkitkwa Lake 21 metres (69 feet)

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ilkitkwa Lake, which is flyfishing only, is a narrow lake famous for its great insect hatches and trophy trout.

Luke Saffarek, owner of Tiger Fly Outfitters, says that starting in the spring, “fry patterns are great to imitate the newly-hatched migrating salmon.

“In the current of Rainbow Alley, try casting the fly out from the boat and throwing a downward mend to speed the fly up,” he suggests.

“In the lake, a fry pattern such as a Muddler Minnow or Epoxy Minnow can be trolled along weed edges and drop offs for both rainbow trout and, occasionally, lake trout,” Saffarek says.

The great fishing continues through the summer. “In the summer, there are various stone fly and mayfly hatches, and it’s good to have a healthy selection of flies for the possibilities. Golden Stone, Lime Sally, Tom Thumbs and Parachute Adams are essential. Between the migrating fry and various hatches, Pheasant Tail Nymphs as well as Woolly Buggers fished around weed beds and drop offs can account for the trout.”

The action doesn’t stop with rainbow trout.

Saffarek points out that there are large lake whitefish

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in Rainbow Alley (the section of water between Nilkitkwa and Babine Lakes), as well as at the drop off where the alley flows into Nilkitkwa Lake.

For lake trout, Saffarek says that anglers can try a 2 inch smolt imitation on a slow sinking line, “worked swimmingly off the drop off where the alley flows into the lake.”

Compared to its upstream neighbour, Babine Lake, Nilkitkwa Lake is quite shallow and has large weed beds. The Babine River flows through the lake, creating a slow-moving current well suited for drift fishing.

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(west), just past Smithers. Turn here and follow for 53 km.

(Note: The road eventually turns into Babine Lake Road.) Turn left (north) onto the Nilkitkwa Forest Service Road and follow it for 44 km to the turnoff to Fort Babine on the right (east).

There is a small provincial park, accessible by boat, on Nilkitkwa Lake consisting of two sections of lakefront. Both lie within a protected bay and have nice beaches.

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The salmon runs on Babine River provide an excellent food source for rainbow trout, which are sustained by salmon carcasses as well as the salmon fry that emerge from stream beds.

Saffarek ties his own custom flies for you at Tiger Fly Outfitters (tigerflyoutfitters.com), and helps out at Oscar’s Source for Adventure in Smithers.

Between them, they can provide you with the right flies for Rainbow Alley and Nilkitkwa Lake for each hatch, as well as give you updates on which flies are currently working.

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Onion Lake 15 Hectares (37 Acres)

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nion Lake is small lake south of Terrace and is one of the few lakes in the area that are regularly stocked with rainbow trout.

The stocking program on Onion Lake releases 1,000 rainbow trout yearlings. The program releases trout every two years and includes Tunkwa, Premier and Badger strains of trout. The earliest known stocking of Onion Lake was in 1960, when 1000 rainbow trout fry were released.

Onion Lake is also known for the cross-country ski trails that wind

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through the area. In the summer, the trails are used by hikers and bikers, and the trails lead past two other lakes—Lower and Upper Clearwater Lakes—also known for fishing.

Onion Lake is close to Lakelse Lake, which is another fabulous fishing lake.

Fisheries records show that populations of Dolly Varden and kokanee inhabit these lakes, as well as salmon species, cutthroat trout among them.

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rom Terrace, head south along Highway 37, about 27 km.

Onion Lake is located along the highway, on the right hand (west) side.

The trail that winds past Onion and Clearwater Lakes is considered an easy hike and they pass through an old-growth reserve. Clearwater Lakes are a one-to-two km hike along the trail and are ideally suited for belly boats or light-weight pontoon boats.

To get a good overview map of the trails, the Snow Valley Nordic ski club has trail maps on their website at snowvalleynordics.com, and then select the Maps link.

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Owen Lake 297 Hectares (734 Acres)

37.5 metres (123 feet)

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wen Lake is a popular recreation lake with good fishing for rainbow trout and lake trout.

Most of the rainbow trout are in the one- to two-pound range while the lake trout can reach up to 20 pounds.

When fishing for rainbows, a Willow Leaf and worm is a good place to start. Another popular lure is the smaller size Apex Troutkillers in black or blue and with silver specks.

Fly fishers can try a stonefly nymph or Dragon Butler pattern.

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reaches of the lake and a fishfinder can help locate the best depth to target these fish.

When going after lake trout, try using a Williams Wobbler, Flatfish or Rapala Minnow. Make sure to get your line down deep and, if necessary, use a downrigger.

If you are in the area, it may be worthwhile to explore nearby Parrott Lakes, a chain of four lakes, considered family-friendly, with good fishing and camping available.

As well, nearby Tagetochlain Lake is worth exploring. Members on the Angler’s Atlas website (anglersatlas.com/place/101366/ tagetochlain-lake) report that Tagetochlain Lake has a boat launch and supports a good population of char.

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rom Houston, head south along the Morice River Forest Service Road (FSR) staying left (east) at the 27-km fork, keeping on the Morice-Owen FSR. The road wraps around the east side of the lake and there is a forestry recreation site on the lake shore.

The recreation site is a very popular camping spot and has space for 20 vehicle units. The site also comes with a boat launch and is close to Nadina Mountain trail.

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Pine Lake 34 Hectares (84 Acres)

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It is accessible by 2WD and there are five vehicle units for camping. The site also has a cartop boat launch.

Pine Lake Trail wraps around the lake and offers excellent views of the mountains and lake. This 6 km trail is an easy hike, suitable for family use. The trail is also popular among mountain bikers.

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ine Lake is a small lake close enough to Terrace to be great for daytrips with a flyrod.

Cutthroat trout are the main target and fishing can be good on a wet or dry fly. Randy Murray, owner of Northcoast Anglers in Terrace, says that most people fish from shore or a small boat.

Expect the unexpected when it comes to insect hatches on Pine Lake.

“There aren’t hatches all season, but when one happens, it happens quick-

ly,” says Murray.

Dragonflies and leeches are good choices.

Chironomids and mayflies are good to have on hand as well. Cast a mayfly toward the emerging trout and just let it float for a while.

Lure fishing on this lake can also be rewarding. “Small is best,” says Murray. Rooster tails and Panther Martins are good choices, and some folks have good success with a standard Wedding Band and worm.

Murray says the key is to keep it small and flashy.

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rom Terrace head west on Highway 16, across the Kitsumkalum River, and then turn right (north) onto West Kalum Road.

Follow this road for 12 km to the Pine Lakes recreation site.

This small site is located in a forested section, part of the Pine Lakes Trail.

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Redsand & Treston Lakes 39/90 Hectares (96/233 Acres)

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ust south of Kitsumkalum Lake are Redsand and Treston lakes, located in the Redsand Demonstration Forest.

The lakes are part of the Kitsumkalum River and offer good fishing for cutthroat trout and Dolly Varden, both with lures and fly patterns. Along with the fabulous fishing, enjoy walking and biking trails and spectacular mountain views.

Fly fishers can try emerging minnow and chironomid patterns on the bottom or a small midge pattern for the surface.

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tern near the lake bottom to imitate a small fry.

Lure fishers can try trolling a Wedding Band with worm. A maggot also works well.

If you are going after cutthroat, black and silver colour combinations can work well. This applies to both fly patterns and lures.

The west end of Treston Lake and north-west corner of Redsand Lake are suitable for belly boats and pontoon boats.

It is recommended for anglers to use a larger boat on the eastern portion of the lakes as the current from the Kitsumkalum River is quite strong.

Please be sure to consult both the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations as well as the federal Fisheries and Oceans regulations.

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large site has 20 vehicle units for camping. The site is accessible with 2WD and is connected to a wheelchair-accessible interpretive trail.

The Redsand Demonstration Forest is a popular destination

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that offers a wide range of recreational activities. There are three campgrounds, three trails and a variety of ecotypes within the demonstration forest, which also has a self-guided interpretive loop.

LAKE ACCESS rom Terrace, follow Highway 16 across the Kitsumkalum River and turn right (north) at the Kalum Forest Service Road. Continue down this road about 26 km to the Redsand Demonstration Forest.

Although there are three camping locations within the demonstration forest, only one is located on Redsand Lake. This

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Ross Lake 33 Hectares (82 Acres)

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oss Lake is an ideal family lake, ranking as a family fishing water in the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations. Family fishing waters are easily accessible and offer good catching opportunities with easy fishing from shore.

Luke Saffarek owns Tiger Fly Outfitters (tigerflyoutfitters. com), and he hand-ties flies especially for lakes in the Skeena Region and beyond. As well, he’s fished the area for many years.

Saffarek suggests that Microleeches and Chironomids fished with an

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indicator are great for the brook and rainbow trout in Ross Lake. “You may have to put in time, but the fish are there. Be patient and you’ll get them,” he says.

Saffarek recommends a slowly trolled olive and red Straggle Leech in the early spring and later fall.

Lure fishers can try small spoons.

Troll slowly along the drop-offs or cast from the new dock or boat launch.

Saffarek reminds anglers that Ross Lake is “also an excellent ice fishing lake. With its crystal-clear water, you can see the fish from inside an ice hut.”

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through Luke Saffarek’s website.

As well, stop by Oscar’s for more gear and to find out what’s working in local lakes!

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Please note that there is a motor restriction on the lake, allowing electric motors only.

rom Terrace, follow Highway 16 east and just after New Hazelton there is a turnoff for Ross Lake Provincial Park on your right (north). Turn here and follow the road to the lake.

Ross Lake is one of the few lakes in the region that is stocked by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC. In 2017, 3,000 rainbow trout were added to the lake.

The park is very scenic and has a picnic area, beach, hiking trail and boat launch. The boat launch is single lane and gravel with a gentle grade. The park is for day use only.

Saffarek’s preferred bait for ice fishing is a raw prawn, but working leech-like jigs right off the bottom is also highly effective, he says.

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Round Lake 182 Hectares (450 Acres)

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ound Lake is located on the east side of Highway 16 between Houston and Smithers. Also considered a Family Fishing Water according to the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations. Traditionally, this lake is stocked with cutthroat and rainbow trout. In 2017 the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC put 18,000 kokanee in Round Lake.

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round lake. “It’s a great place to take a family,” he says. “There’s easy access from both Smithers and Telkwa. It’s got a nice little boat launch, and it’s stocked with cutthroat, [traditionally].

I’ve also caught a few nice rainbows there.”

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rom Houston, travel west along Highway 16 to Round Lake Road on your right (east), roughly 10 km before Smithers.

Follow this road for a few kiloSome of the best options for metres to the community hall, Round Lake are with trolling. where you will find a boat Bussman suggests trolling spinners such as an orange Blue Alex Bussman, from Oscar’s Fox. Wedding Bands are also Source for Adventure in popular, he notes, “and of course Smithers, says that he has fished the old worm work, too!”

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launch. The lake is good for families with plenty of fish for the kids.

A popular driving tour uses Round Lake as its centerpiece.

After turning onto Round Lake Road, you are taken on a circular tour through dairy farming country. From various vantage points, you are able to get spectacular views of the four mountain ranges of the Bulkley Valley: Telkwa Range, Hudson Bay Range, Hazleton Range and the Babine Mountains.

Near the end of the tour, you will catch a quick glimpse of beautiful Tyhee Lake, just a few kilometers northwest of Round Lake.

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Tyhee Lake 317 Hectares (783 Acres)

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yhee Lake is a popular destination lake for local residents as there is a provincial park that borders its western shore. The lake is also known for its excellent rainbow trout fishing in the spring and fall.

Luke Saffarek, local angler and custom fly-tier, says that fishing in Tyhee Lake, “is best in the early spring and late fall, as the lake warms up significantly in the summer.

“Trolling a fly or fishing an indicator with a microleech or chiron-

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omid along the various weed beds is a good starting point,” Saffarek suggests.

“There are various shallow shoals in Tyhee Lake where early spring fish will feed in two to three feet of water. A microleech on an indicator or an unweighted Woolly Bugger worked slowly is a great way to get these fish,” he adds.

If you’re using hardware, Saffarek recommends trolling conventional flasher / attractors such as a Ford Fender, or a Willow Leaf with a Wedding Band, spinner or fly behind it.

In 2017, the BC Freshwater Fisheries Society released 20,000 rainbow trout here.

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yhee Lake is located just outside of Telkwa. From Smithers, head east along Highway 16, to the town of Telkwa. Then follow the signs to Tyhee Lake Provincial Park, roughly 2 km off the highway.

The park has excellent facilities, offering a concrete boat launch, loading dock and plenty of parking space. The launch is located close to the day-use area of the park, which features 26 picnic tables, fire pits and a playground for children.

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Takysie Lake 514 Hectares (1,270 Acres)

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akysie Lake is south of Burns Lake, between Francois Lake and the Nechako Reservoir.

It is known for its wild rainbow trout fishery and has several accomodation options. It is also a great family fishing lake.

David Gruen from Takysie Lake Resort says the fishing is “fabulous. Kids can catch lots of fish right off the dock.”

Gruen says that there are a lot of places on the lake where fishing is especially good. “Early in the year, it’s best along the shores and behind the island. Throughout the

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summer, anywhere is a good place to catch fish here!”

Some of his favourite lures are a Bear Valley Willow Leaf and worm, a Bear Valley spinner, and a Wedding Band. These are best for trolling, he suggests.

Fly anglers may want to try a pearl Minnow Streamer. Gruen adds that a Muddler works well, too.

Gruen notes that one great part about fishing on Takysie Lake is the type of fish. “These fish are extremely acrobatic and give an almost daily show when the lake is open. They’re fun to watch, fish

and catch. I know it sounds like a ‘fish tale,’ but we’ve had, on several occasions, fish jump into boats. One year, we even had a fish jump from one side of a guest’s boat to the other and graze her head in the process. It was priceless!”

There is a special no fishing area on Takysie Lake between March 1 and May 31. Signs are posted on opposite shores of the lake to mark the no-fishing boundary, just north of Takysie Lake settlement. Please consult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before fishing this lake.

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rom Burns Lake, follow Highway 35 south to the Francois Lake ferry. Take the ferry across the lake and continue south for another 24 kilometres to the northwest tip of Takysie Lake.

There is a forest recreation site on the northern shore of the lake. It is a twelve-unit site and a popular camping and fishing destination.

The site has a boat launch.

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ncha Lake, south of Francois Lake, has good fishing for rainbow trout and big char. Some anglers have even reported char greater than 30 pounds. If you are fishing for char, make sure your lure goes deep as they retreat to colder water in the heat of the summer months.

The most popular lures are the Flatfish, T50 and T60 in a silver or coho blue colour. Other colours are also popular, including lures in black, red and white.

Roger Kyncl from Moosehorn Lodge says that the rainbow trout fishing is also great: “So many things work really well.” Small Apex seem to be consistent pro-

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To get to the forest recreation site, continue along Uncha Road until meeting Campbell Road. Turn right here (south), and continue about four kilometres to Binta Road. Turn left (east) and continue for another 8 kilometres.

The site is located on the left side (north). Angler’s Atlas member FordManiac reports that this boat launch is fairly shallow, and that moored boats can be subject to high winds here. ducers. Trolling works best, he LAKE ACCESS adds. rom Burns Lake follow Fly fishers may want to try Highway 35 south to the standard patterns such as Doc Francois Lake ferry and cross the Spratleys, leeches and Woolly lake. Turn left immediately after Worms. Either troll with these leaving the ferry onto Uncha patterns about six feet below the Lake Road. surface, or cast and strip. For The lake offers two accommothese trout, try areas near bays. dation options for anglers—

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Moosehorn Lodge, located on the north shore of the lake, and a recreation site on the south shore.

There is good signage guiding travellers to Moosehorn Lodge, located just off the Uncha Lake Road. The lodge offers 12 log cabin rentals, space for 20 fullhookup RVs, numerous camping pads and boat rentals.

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n the doorstep of Terrace is the mouth of the Kitsumkalum River, famous for its big salmon. The chinook fishery on this river closes in early August.

If chinook are not in season, you are still in for spectacular angling.

There is also excellent fishing for steelhead, Dolly Varden, cutthroat and bull trout. The world-class coho fishery also opens from September 1 to October 31.

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tackle shop about the locations to avoid.

Bar fishing is a popular technique for salmon fishing, and is something you can do right from shore. Medium to heavy rods and lines work best as salmon are strong fighters. Use a weight about 3 to 5 feet from the lure and a small-sized Spin-n-glo.

The weight will allow the lure to rise just off the bottom. Cast out and then wait for a fish to come and strike the lure.

Backtrolling is effective if you have a boat and a good lure to use is the HotShot. Another common technique is simply casting a spoon from shore. Fly fishers can try spey patterns.

We remind anglers that this river and all its tributaries are classified

waters and require a special licence. Ask a lot of questions when heading out, read all of the regulations and talk to local sports shops about restrictions. Several visitor and resident regulations were introduced in 2013, and should be reviewed before your trip.

Anglers should also consult both the federal and provincial regulations for all salmon openings.

Please consult the updated list of closures, which is available on the website at pac.dfo-mpo. gc.ca. Follow the links to the sections on recreational fishing.

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he main access road up the Kitsumkalum River is the Nisga’a Highway, which wraps along the eastern side of the river to the lake.

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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Kispiox River sites. For those who visit for the fishing, there are worldclass steelhead runs throughout the northwest, and the Kispiox River is one of the best. Fly fishing is ideal for all species, and good versatile patterns such as Woolly Buggers are usually a good choice to have on hand.

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he Kispiox River is world famous, and for good reason. Not only is it renowned for its fishing, but there are plentiful opportunities for sightseers, eco-tourists, and rafters as well.

People from all over the world visit the river for its fishing adventures. Equally alluring, several outfitters offer rafting tours that allow people to get out on the water no matter their age or fishing ability. You wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find whitewater rapids on the Kispiox River, which makes for a more relaxing outing, and this allows guests to revel in the sights -- and the

A B O U T THE RIVER he Kispiox River runs for 160 kilometres before meeting the Skeena River, just north of New Hazelton.

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are several feeder creeks with a variety of fish and habitat.

The river is home to all six salmon species, as well as bull trout, and numerous other sport and coarse fish populations. Lamprey are also found in the watershed.

As the Kispiox River is relatively gentle, with numerous access points, it can see significant pressure, especially in terms of fishing activity.

Protections for the river include bait bans, and a ban on boat fishing. Nonresidents must be with a guide on weekends during the fall salmon runs, and no power boats are allowed. The river is Classified Water; a Steelhead Stamp is mandatory.

Please consult the BC Freshwater F i s h i n g Regulations for more information.

We highly recommend fishing with a licensed guide, and we encourage catch-and-release here to protect fish populations.

RIVER ACCESS he Village of Kispiox is located at the confluence of this river and the Skeena.

There are several accommodation options, from forestry rec sites to luxury lodges. As well, Anspayaxw Adventures has opened a fishing supply store on the Kispiox Valley Road in the old cultural centre.

Visit hazeltonstourism.ca to start planning your trip to the Kispiox River and the Hazeltons region!

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teelhead season on the Morice River is not to be missed. This river attracts anglers from all over the world, providing exceptional adventure in spectacular surroundings.

Try fishing dry flies with a waking technique. The objective is to create a wake, or a V pattern behind the fly for the steelhead to cue on. The trailing wake needs to be big enough so that it can be seen by the fish. In slowmoving clear water, a smaller wake will work, but as the turbulence and turbidity increase, the size of the wake needs to be larger in order to be seen by feeding fish. This works best in shady areas, or before the sun is fully up. Try fishing areas where there is a distinctive drop-off, such as around rocks. Put a bit of bend on the line and cast across on a 45-degree angle.

Before heading out to fish this wild river, remember that special regulations apply to this fishery.

There are two sets of regulations that must be consultedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations, and the Freshwater Salmon Supplement, produced by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans.

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he Morice River emerges from the north end of Morice Lake and runs for more than 80 kilometres to the confluence of the Bulkley River near Houston. Five species of salmon are known to inhabit this system, including chinook, pink, chum, sockeye, coho and steelhead. While the Morice River is known for its excellent salmon fishing, it is also home to trout, i n cl u d i n g r a i n b ow, cut t h roat and Dolly Varden.

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rom Terrace, head east along Highway 16 to the town of Houston. Turn right (south) onto the Morice River Forest Service Road (FSR), which winds along the Morice River for nearly its entire length.

road that offer locations to fish or put in a pontoon boat. See map for general location of recreation sites.

There are several recreation sites located along the forestry

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TABLE LEGEND See the following tables for exceptions and additional regulations on specific waters.  Stocked Lake (not all stocked lakes listed, see p. 87*) CW Classified Waters Licence required to fish Class I or Class II waters, see p. 8* * Including tributaries

GENERAL RESTRICTIONS NO FISHING: in any stream in the watersheds of the Skeena River upstream of Cedarvale or Nass River upstream of Kitsault Bridge, Jan. 1 to June 15 (NOTE: Nass River mainstem is EXEMPT and Skeena River mainstem upstream of Cedarvale is only closed Jan. 1 to May 31).

See tables for other exceptions.

NO FISHING: in any stream in the Iskut River watershed (upstream of Forest Kerr Canyon), April 1 to June 30; and in the Fraser River watershed in Region 6, April 1 to June 30.

Single barbless hook: must be used in all streams of Region 6, all year.

Set lining for burbot is permitted in the lakes of Region 6. Please refer to set lining and the use of fin fish for bait on page 9.

ALDRICH LAKE ATLIN LAKE

6-9 6-25 6-27

BABINE LAKE

6-6

BABINE RIVER CW 6-8 (When angling within Babine River Corridor Park anglers must abide by posted Park specific rules)

BASALT LAKE BEAR RIVER* (Sustut Watershed) BELL-IRVING RIVER BENNETT LAKE

6-1 6-18 6-17 6-28

BISH CREEK* BUCKINGHORSE LAKE

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IMPORTANT NOTICE Freshwater angling regulations and fisheries management for Haida Gwaii (Management Units 6-12 and 6-13) are now within Region 1. Refer to the Region 1 section (p. 13*) for angling regulations on Haida Gwaii and contact Region 1 for any Haida Gwaii anlging enquiries.

See pages 82-84* for information on aquatic invasive species and cleaning, draining, and drying your boat

REGION 6 DAILY QUOTAS (See tables for exceptions) Streams include rivers, creeks and sloughs Arctic grayling: 3 Burbot: 5 Inconnu: 1 Kokanee: 10 (none from streams) Northern pike: 5 Whitefish: 15 (all species combined) White sturgeon: CLOSED TO ALL FISHING Trout/char: 5, but not more than • 1 over 50 cm (quota includes hatchery steelhead) • 3 Dolly Varden/bull trout and/or lake trout combined • 1 trout from streams July 1-Oct 31 And you must release:

REPORT TAGGED FISH Please report any tagged Cutthrout Trout and/or Bull Trout/Dolly Varden captured in the Skeena Region to the Regional Fish and Wildlife office in Smithers at 1800-663-7867. Report information should include tag number, date and location of capture. Please leave name and contact information for the provision of a reward and fish details

• all Dolly Varden/bull trout from streams all year • Trout under 30 cm from any stream • Trout of any size from streams Nov 1-June 30 • Lake trout from Fraser and Skeena watersheds, Sept. 15 to Nov. 30 • all wild steelhead POSSESSION QUOTAS Possession quotas = 2 daily quotas.

(See tables for exceptions) DAILY AND ANNUAL QUOTAS FOR SALMON Please refer to the NOTICE on page 4* ANNUAL QUOTAS Annual quota for all B.C.: 10 hatchery steelhead per licence year.

Release rainbow trout over 50 cm Lake trout daily quota = 3: EITHER none over 60 cm, OR only 1 over 60 cm and the other 2 must be 60 cm or less; Arctic grayling daily quota = 3 (only 1 over 35 cm); Northern pike daily quota = 5 (only 1 over 70 cm); whitefish daily quota = 5 Only one daily quota may be retained from Atlin Lake regardless of which side of the border the fish were taken No Fishing east of a line from Gullwing Creek to the south shore of Babine Lake No Fishing within a 400 m radius of the mouth of Pinkut Creek, Aug 15-Sept 15 That section of flowing water between Babine and Nilkitkwa lakes is designated Babine River (see map 2 page 61*); Regional stream regulations apply.

Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays and Sundays from the juvenile fish counting weir located at the outlet of Nilkitkwa Lake to the Nilkitkwa River confluence, Sept 1-Oct 31 (See map 7, page 63*) . No Fishing between fishing boundary signs posted approximately 100 m upstream of and 80 m downstream of the adult fish counting fence, located approximately 1.8 km downstream of Nilkitkwa Lake Open all year in the stream channel known as “Rainbow Alley” located between Babine and Nilkitkwa lakes (see map 2 page 61*) . Fly fishing only (a) from the Fort Babine bridge downstream to signs posted 100 m upstream of the adult fish counting fence (including Nilkitkwa Lake), during open times and (b) from signs about 80 m downstream of the adult fish counting fence to Nichyeskwa Creek, June 16-Sept 30 . Bait ban. No angling from boats downstream of adult fish counting fence; location of fence as described above. Class 1 water Sept 1-Oct 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 from the juvenile fish counting weir located at the outlet of Nilkitkwa Lake downstream to the Babine River’s confluence with the Skeena River (See map 7 page 63*) No ice fishing; trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook No Fishing Bait ban, Aug 1-Dec 31 Lake trout daily and possession quotas = 2 (only 1 over 90 cm, none between 60 cm and 90 cm); Arctic grayling daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 44 cm, none between 36 cm and 44 cm); Northern pike daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 100 cm, none between 70 cm and 100 cm); whitefish daily quota = 5.

B.C. and Yukon angling licences are valid on all parts of Bennett Lake, but only one daily quota may be retained regardless of which side of the border the fish were angled, and anglers must follow tackle restrictions and other regulations for the jurisdiction where angling.

Trout release; bait ban No fishing within 100 m of outlet, May 15-July 31 Trout/char daily and possession quotas = 2 (none over 50 cm); bait ban, single hook

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6-9

CASEY LAKE CHESLATTA LAKE

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6-17

DEEP CREEK DENNIS LAKE “ DIANA” CREEK

6-15 6-9 6-14

DORIS LAKE DUNALTER LAKE (Irrigation Lake)  EAST GRIBBELL CREEK

6-8 6-9 6-3

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6-8

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6-1 6-10 6-14

HELENE LAKE HEVENOR (Mcqueen) CREEK* HILL-TOUT LAKE INSECT CREEK* ISHKHEENICKH RIVER ISKUT RIVER

6-6 6-30 6-9 6-15 6-14 6-21

JOHANSON LAKE KATHLYN LAKE KHUTZEYMATEEN RIVER* KILDALA RIVER* KISPIOX RIVER* CW

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No fishing Nov 1-Apr 30 Rainbow trout daily quota = 1 (none over 50 cm); bait ban No fishing Nov 1- Apr 30 Rainbow trout daily quota = 2 (none over 50 cm); bait ban, single barbless hook Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays and Sundays, Sept 1 - Oct 31 See Suskwa River and Telkwa River No Fishing upstream of Morice/Bulkley River confluence Bait ban, Aug 1-Dec 31; bait ban all year for Morice R. and Suskwa R.; no bait ban for Two Mile Creek No angling from boats from Morice River to CNR bridge at Barrett, Aug 15-Dec 31, and in Moricetown Canyon or within 100 m downstream, all year Class II water Sept 1-Oct 31 and Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 Bait ban, single barbless hook; engine power restriction - 7.5Kw (10 hp) Lake trout release, Sept 15-Oct 31 Lake trout daily and possession quotas = 3 (only 1 over 50 cm), Nov 1- Sept 14 Trout release; bait ban No Fishing. Please contact Parks Canada for details (see page 11 in the Provincial Regulations) Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook See Zymoetz River Closed all year between signs above and below Cranberry River Canyon Note: The section of river from Cranberry-Kiteen junction to Nass River is the Cranberry River Bait ban, Aug 1 - Dec 31 Bait ban, June 1-June 14 and Aug 2-Oct 15 No fishing June 15-Aug 1 Bait ban Class II water Sept 1-Oct 31*; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31* No Fishing Release rainbow trout over 50 cm No fishing Aug 1-Oct 31; Bait ban Unnamed stream between Diana and Prudhomme lakes.

Also see Prudhomme Lake (south of the Hwy 16 bridge) Lake trout release Electric motors only No Fishing Unnamed stream on Gribbell Island across Ursula Chan. from Goat Harbour Class II water all year; Steelhead Stamp not required unless angling for steelhead No fishing Nov 15-June 30 For the area at the outlet of François Lake described on map 1, page 59: No Fishing Nov 15-May 31; char daily quota = 2, no more than 1 over 50 cm; rainbow trout release; Bait ban; single barbless hook; no set lining No Fishing May 1-June 15 Angling permitted in Fulton River opposite the spawning channels, as signed Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Class I water all year; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Apr 1-May 31 No Fishing upstream of fishing boundary signs posted downstream of lower culvert near fish cannery in Prince Rupert Includes “Oldfield” Creek No fishing northwest of a line between signs on opposite shores of the outlet bay,Apr 1-June 30 Open all year, bait may be used, trout daily quota = 1 (no minimum size) No Fishing No fishing Jan 1-June 15 See Ksi Hlginx River No fishing downstream of Forest Kerr Canyon*, Apr 1-Apr 30 No powered boats between Natadesleen Lake and Kinaskan Lake No Fishing No powered boats No Fishing Bait ban, June 1-Oct 15 Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays and Sundays, Sept 1 - Oct 31 Bait ban (EXCEPT Hevenor Creek) No angling from boats, no powered boats Class II water Sept 1-Oct 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 See Skeena River/Kispiox River confluence

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KLOIYA RIVER

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6-18

KOWATUA CREEK KSI HLGINX RIVER (formerly Ishkheenickh River) KSI SGASGINIST CREEK (Formerly Seaskinnish Creek) KSI SII AKS RIVER (FormerlyTseax River) KSI X’ANMAS RIVER* CW (Formerly Kwinamass River) KWINAGEESE RIVER* CW

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Bait ban, Aug 1 - Dec 31 No Fishing on the West half of river between fishing boundary signs near Kitimat Hatchery outfall Hatchery steelhead daily quota = 1; hatchery steelhead monthly quota = 10; Note: province-wide hatchery steelhead annual quota = 10 When you have caught and retained your daily steelhead quota from the Kitimat, you must stop fishing the Kitimat for the remainder of that day Bait ban, May 15-Aug 31 No powered boats Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays and Sundays, all year Bait ban, Sept 1-Dec 31 Class II water all year*; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31* Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays from the outlet of Kitsumkalum Lake to Glacier Creek confluence all year (See map 3 page 63*) Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Sundays for the entire river all year Class II water all year*; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Aug 7 - May 31 Bait ban Jan 1-June 15 Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays and Sundays, all year Bait ban, Sept 1-Dec 31 Class II water all year; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 No fishing within 100 m of outlet, May 15 - July 31 “ Trout/char daily and possession quotas = 2 (none over 50 cm); bait ban, single hook No fishing Aug 1-Oct 31 Bait ban Bait ban, Sept 1-Dec 31 Class II water all year; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 No fishing Dec 1-June 30 and Aug 20-Sept 15 No fishing June 15-Sept 1

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No fishing above Nass Road bridge, Aug 1-Dec 31 No fishing upstream from the lower bridge abutments, July 1-Aug 20 Class II water Apr 1-Sept 30; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Apr 1May 31 Class II water Sept 1-Oct 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 Bait ban, Aug 1-Dec 31 See Ksi X’anmas River Bait ban Lake trout daily quota = 3: EITHER none over 60 cm, OR only 1 over 60 cm and the other 2 must be 60 cm or less; Arctic grayling daily quota = 3 (only 1 over 35 cm); Northern pike daily quota = 5 (only 1 over 70 cm); whitefish daily quota = 5. B.C. and Yukon angling licences are valid on all parts of Laidlaw Lake, but only one daily quota may be retained regardless of which side of the border the fish were angled, and anglers must follow tackle restrictions and other regulations for the jurisdiction where angling Release rainbow trout over 50 cm Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens from the outlet of Lakelse Lake to the power line crossing, located 3.5 km upstream of the Lakelse River mouth, all year (See map 4 page 63*) Fly fishing only between Lakelse Lake and CNR bridge, Mar 1-May 31 Bait ban; no powered boats Note: The mouth of the river is designated by signs 1.7 km downstream of Lakelse River logging road bridge Class I water all year; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-May 31 No Fishing Lake trout release Release rainbow trout over 50 cm See Hevenor Creek Bait ban, Aug 1-Dec 31 Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays and Sundays, Sept 1 - Oct 31 No Fishing from fishing boundary signs posted near outlet of Morice Lake to Gosnell Creek, Jan 1-Sept 30 No Fishing for finfish other than salmon from Gosnell Creek to Lamprey Creek, Jan 1-Aug 31; See British Columbia Freshwater Salmon Supplement Bait ban (all parts) ; Fly fishing only from Gosnell Creek to Lamprey Creek, Sept 1-Sept 30 No angling from boats, Aug 15-Dec 31 (all parts) Class II water Sept 1-Oct 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 Lake trout daily and possession quotas = 2 (only 1 over 90 cm, none between 60 cm and 90 cm); Arctic grayling daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 44 cm, none between 36 cm and 44 cm); Northern pike daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 100 cm, none between 70 cm and 100 cm); whitefish daily quota = 5. B.C. and Yukon angling licences are valid on all parts of Morley Lake, but only one daily quota may be retained regardless of which side of the border the fish were angled, and anglers must follow tackle restrictions and other regulations for the jurisdiction where angling

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KWINAMASS RIVER* CW LACHMACH RIVER LAIDLAW LAKE

6-14 6-14 6-25 6-27

LAKELSE LAKE LAKELSE RIVER* CW

6-11 6-10

LEAN-TO CREEK MAXAN LAKE MCDONNEL LAKE MCQUEEN CREEK* MEZIADIN RIVER* MORICE RIVER* CW

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ROSS LAKE  SEASKINNISH CREEK “SEELEY” CREEK (outlet of Seeley Lake) SEELEY LAKE SEYMOUR LAKE SIX MILE LAKE (Ross Lake Park) SILVERTHORNE (Erickson) LAKE SKEENA RIVER/KISPIOX RIVER CONFLUENCE SKEENA RIVER CW (Mainstem Only)

6-9 6-15 6-9 6-9 6-9 6-15 6-9 6-8

SQUIRREL LAKE STATION CREEK STELLAKO RIVER CW

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SUSKWA (Bear) RIVER* CW

6-8

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6-25

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Lake trout release, Sept 15-Oct 31 Lake trout daily and possession quotas = 3 (only 1 over 50 cm), Nov 1-Sept 14 Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook No fishing July 20-Aug 15 Single barbless hook; no powered boats No Fishing Fly fishing only, bait ban (EXCEPT dead fin fish may be used as bait when set lining; see page 9 in the Provincial Regulations) That section of flowing water between Babine and Nilkitkwa Lakes known as “Rainbow Alley” is open for fishing all year (see also Babine River) (See map 2 page 61*) No fishing Nov 15-June 30 No ice fishing. Rainbow trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook No fishing; see Hays Creek Release rainbow trout over 50 cm Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook No fishing downstream of the fish fence, Aug 15-Sept 15 No fishing Aug 1-Oct 31 Trout/char daily quota = 2 (none under 30 cm); bait ban, single barbless hook Arctic grayling daily quota = 3 (only 1 over 35 cm); whitefish daily quota = 5. B.C. and Yukon angling licences are valid on all parts of the Rancheria River including tributary streams but not lakes, but only one daily quota may be retained regardless of which side of the border the fish were angled, and anglers must follow tackle restrictions and other regulations for the jurisdiction where angling.

Electric motors only See Ksi Sgasginist Creek Open all year, no minimum size for trout Electric motors only No powered boats Electric motors only No fishing within 50 m of the outlet, May 1-June 30 Bait ban; no angling from boats Waters within 3 white fishing boundary signs located at the confluenceof the Skeena and Kispiox rivers There are two separate Class II waters on the Skeena River (non-residents and non-resident aliens require separate licences describing which section they are fishing): (a) from Exchamsiks River to 1.5 km upstream of Kitsumkalum River (known as “Skeena River 2”), July 1-Sept 30; and (b) upstream of 1.5 km upstream of Zymoetz River (known as “Skeena River Section 4”), July 1-Dec 31; Steelhead Stamp not mandatory for Skeena River 2 unless fishing for steelhead. Steelhead Stamp is mandatory in Skeena River Section 4 during the Classified Waters period from July 1-Dec 31 Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens in Skeena River Section 4 on Saturdays and Sundays in two zones: (a) Shegunia River confluence to Sedan Creek confluence July 1-Dec 31 (See map 5 page 63*), and (b) Chimdemash Creek confluence to 1.5 km upstream of Zymoetz River confluence, July 1 - Dec 31, (See map 6 page 63*) Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Open all year; trout daily quota = 1 (no minimum size) No Fishing Nov 15-May 31; Class II water* when open (Steelhead Stamp not required) ; Rainbow trout release Fly fishing only between fishing boundary signs posted approximately 250 m and 4 km downstream of the bridge near the François Lake outlet No powered boats from François Lake to the falls See restrictions for François Lake’s outlet area Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Saturdays and Sundays, all year Bait ban. Class I water all year; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 No Fishing Closed all year above BCR bridge at Bear River mouth Bait ban, Sept 1-Dec 31 Class I water Sept 1-Oct 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 Arctic grayling daily quota = 3 (only 1 over 35 cm); whitefish daily quota = 5 BC and Yukon angling licences are valid on all parts of the Swift River including tributary streams but not lakes, but only one daily quota may be retained regardless of which side of the border the fish were angled, and anglers must follow tackle restrictions and other regulations for the jurisdiction where angling.

Lake trout daily and possession quotas = 2 (only 1 over 90 cm, none between 60 cm and 90 cm) Arctic grayling daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 44 cm, none between 36 cm and 44 cm) Northern pike daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 100 cm, none between 70 cm and 100 cm) Whitefish daily quota = 5 . B.C. and Yukon angling licences are valid on all parts of Tagish Lake, but only one daily quota may be retained regardless of which side of the border the fish were angled, and anglers must follow tackle restrictions and other regulations for the jurisdiction where angling

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No fishing Dec 1-June 30 No fishing northwest of a line between signs on opposite shores north of Takysie Lake Settlement, Mar 1-May 31 No fishing between Tatsamenie Lake and Tatsatua Creek, Dec 1-June 30 and Aug 20-Sept 15 Release lake trout all year EXCEPT during months of February and July (when regional quotas apply) Single barbless hook Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens Sept 1 - Oct 31. Bait ban, Aug 1-Dec 31 Class II water Sept 1-Oct 31 and Steelhead Stamp mandatory Sept 1-Oct 31 Lake trout daily and possession quotas = 1 (none between 60 cm and 90 cm) Arctic grayling daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 44 cm, none between 36 cm and 44 cm); Northern pike daily and possession quotas = 4 (only 1 over 100 cm, none between 70 cm and 100 cm) ; Whitefish daily quota = 5 ; B.C. and Yukon angling licences are valid on all parts of Teslin Lake, but only one daily quota may be retained regardless of which side of the border the fish were angled, and anglers must follow tackle restrictions and other regulations for the jurisdiction where angling Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook No fishing Nov 1-May 31 See Ksi Sii Aks River Open all year; bait may be used; trout daily quota = 1 (no minimum size) No ice fishing; rainbow trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook Located approx.6.25kmS/SE of Yellow Moose Lake and approx.6.25kmW/SW of Chedakuz Arm Rainbow trout daily quota = 1 (none over 50 cm) Trout daily quota = 1; artificial fly only. For regulations on the mainstem of the West Road River, see Region 5 No Fishing from McDonell Lake downstream approximately 3 km to posted fishing boundary signs No Fishing between posted fishing boundary signs in Zymoetz Canyon No Fishing upstream of fishing boundary sign at the transmission line crossing (located downstream of Zymoetz Canyon), Jan 1-June 15; Bait ban. Upstream of Limonite Creek (Zymoetz River A): Class I water Jul 24 - Dec 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Jul 24 - Dec 31; Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays Jul 24 - Dec 31; Downstream of Limonite Creek (Zymoetz River B): Class II water Jul 24 - May 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Jul 24 - May 31; Angling prohibited for non-guided non-resident aliens on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays Jul 24 - May 31

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2017 Skeena Fish Stocking Report Waterbody Name

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Released

BARRETT

Rainbow Trout

2500

CALL

Eastern Brook Trout

3000

CO-OP

Eastern Brook Trout

3000

CO-OP

Kokanee

3000

DUCKBILL

Rainbow Trout

2000

DUCKWING

Rainbow Trout

2000

DUNALTER

Coastal Cutthroat Trout

3000

HELEN

Coastal Cutthroat Trout

2000

KAGER

Rainbow Trout

2000

KITIMAT R

Steelhead

51992

KLINGER

Eastern Brook Trout

4000

LLAMA

Coastal Cutthroat Trout

1000

RICHMOND

Rainbow Trout

3000

Waterbody Name

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ROSS

Eastern Brook Trout

3000

ROSS

Rainbow Trout

3000

ROUND

Kokanee

18000

TYHEE

Rainbow Trout

20000

VALLEE

Rainbow Trout

2000

Stock Species Codes: CT

Coastal Cutthroat Trout

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Eastern Brook Trout

RB

Rainbow Trout

ST

Steelhead

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