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he Cariboo region is a diverse landscape, reaching from the temperate rainforest of Bella Coola across the Chilcotins to the deep lakes in the Cariboo Mountains. One common thread across this vast landscape is great fishing.

CARIBOO CHILCOTIN FISHING 2014 Publisher Sean Simmons Production Co-ordinator Kathy Buhler Contributors: Marilyn Berglund, Paul Burgoyne, Dave and Becky Carswell, Jan and Dan Coates, Les Freer, Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC, Lewis Johnson, Bruce Kamstra, Barbara Lincez, Jim McKitrick, Dave Mingo, Bob Monk, Rick Passek, Julian Patenaude, Merry Regehr, Vicky Roy, Sherry Shaw, Brian Smith, Mike Youds.

Consider a cluster of lakes in this guide from the southeast corner of the region, around Hwy. 24 and 100 Mile House. Hwy. 24 is a well-known route to anglers and is often referred to as the “fishing highway.” Bridge and Sheridan Lakes are two favourite destination lakes along this route and have several types of accommoda-

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tions to choose from. Dozens of smaller lakes dot this area and are great for small boats.

There are a few lakes located near the town of Quesnel, including the world famous Dragon Lake, known for producing big rainbow trout. Another famous waterbody, Quesnel Lake, is the deepest fjord lake in North America and has incredible fishing as well. A few lakes from the Chilcotin are also included in the guide this year—Chaunigan, Anahim and Puntzi Lakes. Four lakes near Williams Lake are featured in the

guide. They are Bootjack, Owen, Tyee and Big Lakes. You can also visit our website where thousands more B.C. lakes are profiled.

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ew to the guide in 2014 is a complete listing of all members of the BC Fishing Resorts and Outfitters Association, as well as the Regional Fishing Regulations for the Cariboo region, and updated for 2014. This will be second year that the guide includes all stocked lakes in the region.

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ave you ever wanted to receive regular fishing reports about your favourite fishing region in B.C.?

Now you can! In partnership with Chrysler Canada we are offering regional fishing updates from around British Columbia. This program starts May 1, 2014. Just visit AnglersAtlas.com and Follow your favourite region. You will then receive regular updates via email.

These updates will provide you with detailed, local information that our team has brought together from a variety of sources. The types of content we will be bringing you include: Fishing Reports

Through our network of anglers in the field, tackle shops, resorts and other “on the ground” sources, we will be providing updates on the latest fishing reports from across British Columbia.

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Chrysler’s Catch of the Day This comes in particularly handy if you are planning a fishing trip and want to find out the current conditions! Events

Through our partnership with the Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C.’s, Learn to Fish program we will provide regular updates on their events held across the province. As we track down other events, such as fishing derbies and local outdoor events, we will let you know. Hot Spots in B.C.

Our members often want to learn more than just fishing reports—they want to know where they should go for the best chance at catching fish. In some cases this is simply identifying a lake or river. In other cases we will showcase points on a map to help you find the hot spots. User Submissions

Our website gets a lot of great photos, map markers and comments from our users and when we spot something that

should be shared, we’ll add it to the regional page. Every time we update one of these regions, all followers will be notified of the new content. In addition, we will be working with other partner websites to bring in their featured content for your region. Regulation changes

This year should offer great fishing opportunities for Sockeye. Fisheries and Oceans forecasts a banner year. Make sure you know when the latest openings arrive. The B.C. Ministry of Environment also updates the regulations periodically, and we will regularly check on any updates to let you know of any in-season changes.

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nahim Lake is relatively shallow and very productive. The lake is basically a widening of the Dean River, which is world renowned for its steelhead fishing. Anahim Lake’s many weedy areas make it a perfect habitat for insects, and thus for fish as well. Some of the best fishi n g

is near the inflow and the outflow. But if you head out with a fish finder, you can spot fish throughout the lake. In the warmest months anglers should try the deeper sections of the lake. Most lures and fly patterns work well in this lake. A few popular patterns include the Royal Coachman, Doc Spratley and Tom Thumb. Most of the fish range from one

to two pounds with a few catches at five pounds. Check out the new feature on the Angler’s Atlas website! Now members can follow their favourite lakes, and be notified whenever new information is posted. Visit www.anglersatlas.com for details. LAKE ACCESS

nahim Lake is located on the eastern edge of the Coast Mountain Range in the heart of the Chilcotin. The town of Anahim Lake is situated at the south end of Little Anahim Lake. Road travellers can reach the town of Anahim along Hwy. 20, about 325 kilometres west of Williams Lake. Little Anahim Lake has a small campsite that can accommodate two vehicles, and is an excellent picnic stop. There are several accommodation options available in the town and along the lakeside at one of the resorts. Please contact the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association at (800) 663-5885.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 595 Hectares (1,470 Acres) Maximum Depth • 4.3 metres (14 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,083 metres (3,553 feet) Survey Date • June 1971 Contour Units • Feet

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everal species of fish reside in Big Lake, including rainbow trout, burbot, lake trout (char) and kokanee. In 2013, 60,000 kokanee were released into Big Lake from the Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C.’s fish stocking program. Trolling and lure fishing are the most common techniques for Big Lake, though flyfishers do well, too. Gang trolls or Wedding Rings produce well.

Fly fishers may want to try a green Doc Spratley, a black Woolly Bugger with a little bit of gold ribbing on it or a leech pattern in black with red and olive colours. EVENT

ig Lake Community Association has been holding an annual fishing derby in June for more than 20 years. Any

profits from the derby go towards helping the community.

Derby organizers discourage anglers from targeting lake trout. To help minimize the impact on the lake trout fishery, the derby awards a prize for largest rainbow trout. There is a small campsite on the north side of the lake. There is also public lake access on the south side. Silverhorn Lodge is located on the south side.

Anglers please note that there is a lake trout quota on Big Lake. Please consult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations for information before heading out.

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ig Lake is northeast of Williams Lake. The most common route is outlined below.

From Williams Lake follow Highway 97 south to 150 Mile House and turn left (east) onto Horsefly Road. Follow this road for about five kilometres to Likely Road on the left (north). Continue along Likely Road for about 30 kilometres to Big Lake. There are well-marked signs pointing the way to the lodge and community hall. Travellers looking for more information about the lodge can visit them online at www.silverhornlodge.com

Quick Facts Surface Area • 578 Hectares (1,428 Acres) Maximum Depth • 40.8 metres (134 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 821 metres (2,694 feet) Survey Date • July 1960 Contour Units • Feet

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Bootjack Lake down to about 15 feet deep. A fish finder can be very helpful finding the depth at which the fish are located. Be sure to check out the Freshwater Fishing Regulations for more information.

ootjack Lake is a great lake for fishing rainbow trout and kokanee. This small lake is popular with families and a great place for beginners to test their skill. Bootjack Lake is considered one of the region’s family fishing waters. These are lakes that are relatively easy for children and beginners to fish. They are generally easy to access and have simple regulations.

Have a look at the Angler’s Atlas page for Bootjack Lake. Members can contribute stories, photos, tips and more. See anglersatlas.com/ lakes/183. W h i l e you’re there, sign up to foll o w

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ootjack Lake is located northeast of Williams Lake, and can be reached a few different ways. From Williams Lake follow Highway 97 south to 150 Mile House, and turn left (east) onto Horsefly Road. Follow this road for about five kilometres to Likely Road on the left (north). Continue along Likely Road for about 60 kilometres to MooreheadBootjack Forest Service Road on the right (south). Turn here and continue for about nine kilometres to Bootjack Lake. There is a recreation site on the northern shore of the lake, which has five vehicle units and is RV accessible. The site, which has a boat launch, is popular in summer and autumn.

Standards will work well in Bootjack Lake. Try trolling a Wedding Ring, following the 20-foot contour interval around the lake (see map). As summer warms the surface water, the fish will generally move to deeper, cooler sections of the lake. Try using a small sinker on the line to get the lure

your favourite lakes. Members can be notified whenever new information is added to their favourites. Visit www.anglersatlas.com for details.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 268 Hectares (662 Acres) Maximum Depth • 17.7 metres (58 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 984 metres (3,228 feet) Survey Date • July 1970 Contour Units • Feet

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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Bowron Lake Willow Leaves are popular lures, especially with a worm. Monk likes to use a 52 Buick for fly fishing.

The fish move around the lake quite a bit, so while cruising, watch for areas where they’re rising. LAKE ACCESS

owron Lake is one of several lakes that make up Bowron Lake Provincial Park, known around the world for its first class canoeing circuit. Although less known for the fishing the lake has many species of sport fish and supports a reasonable fishery.

Bob Monk from Willis Harper Home Hardware in Quesnel says Bowron Lake can be a great fishery for bull trout—a catch and release fishery. “The bull trout target the sockeye and kokanee fry coming down streams,” says Monk. He suggests anglers try anything flashy with a quick retrieve.

He also suggests targeting the mayfly hatch in late June and early July. Wedding Bands and

owron Lake is about 120 kilometres east of Quesnel. Follow Highway 26 past the town of Wells.

Just before reaching the town of Barkerville, Bowron Lake Road appears on the left (east) side of the highway. Turn here, and continue for nearly 30 kilometres along a well maintained gravel road to Bowron Lake Lodge. The resort enjoys a panoramic view of the lake and nearby glacial mountains. To learn more visit their website at BowronLakeLodge.com Bowron Lake Provincial Park has 25 campsites accessible by vehicle. Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis and there is a boat launch. If you

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a r e planning to canoe the circuit, reservations are required, and you can visit B.C. Parks website for further information. bcparks.ca

Surface Area • 1,011 Hectares (2,498 Acres) Maximum Depth • 63.4 metres (208 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 912 metres (2,992 feet) Survey Date • July 1979 Contour Units • Metres

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Bridge Lake B

face], and watch for the birds.”

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Dave Mingo, local angler, has good advice for anglers taking advantage of the spectacular mayfly hatch on Bridge Lake. He suggests that anglers looking to tap into a hatch “look for what’s hatching [near the sur-

His preferred mayfly pattern is a pheasant-tail nymph. He recommends anchoring close to the hatch and using a cast and retrieve method with the pheasant-tail nymph. A slow sink line is preferred.

Moondance Bay Resort is on the northwest corner of the lake. From Highway 24, turn north onto Bell Road, at the western end of the lake. This road turns into Johnstone Road, and in a few short minutes you will arrive at Moondance Bay.

ridge lake is dotted with islands and shoals, providing a diversity of fishing holes to explore. It has good fishing for rainbow trout, kokanee and burbot.

The birds are great indicators of hatch activity. Mingo says he will look for birds around shoal areas—telltale signs that a hatch is in action.

ridge Lake is located along Highway 24, which wraps around its southern shore. Bridge Lake Road North wraps around the rest of the lake.

Bridge Lake Provincial Park is at the opposite corner of the lake and has 13 vehicle accessible campsites and a concrete boat launch.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 1,371 Hectares (3,388 Acres) Maximum Depth • 47 metres (154 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,133 metres (3,717 feet) Survey Date • September 1952 Contour Units • Feet

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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Canim Lake

gold / yellow-eyed Flatfish, or a silver / blue Flatfish is also popular for Canim Lake.

anim Lake is a large, deep lake nestled along the western edge of the Cariboo Mountains. Several species of fish inhabit these waters, including kokanee, rainbow trout and some giant lake trout.

Fishing during the peak summer heat is usually best in deep water where the temperature is cool. Anglers can still find some good fishing in shallow waters, but it is usually limited to the late evening and early morning, when the surface water has cooled.

Kokanee are best fished with smaller gear, and red and yellow colours seem to be standard attractor colours.

Go down deep with Lyman Lures plugs and 3-colours lead line. A

Among fly fishers, waterboatman patterns are popular in the fall, when these insects become quite active. These bugs can be a major food source for the fish.

Rainbow trout will generally feed on waterboatmen as the insects swim down the water column after visiting the surface for air. It is important to mimic this natural migration from the surface to the bottom. Try using a waterboatman pattern with a sinking line and long leader. Cast the line and as it disappears under the surface it will pull the fly under the water. When this happens, start to retrieve the line using short, quick pulls to reproduce the swimming motion of this bug. Canim Lake is nice well into the fall. Anglers can find some good fishing in deeper waters. As the weather cools off after the summer heat, outings can become more productive.

Canim Lake has been stocked in the past, both with rainbow trout and kokanee. The stocking program for this lake ended in 1998 and the fishery in Canim Lake has been self-sustaining since then.

Check out the Angler’s Atlas website for some great tips and hotspots for Canim Lake: anglersatlas.com/lakes/263/ LAKE ACCESS

rom 100 Mile House, follow Highway 97 north to Canim Lake Road and turn right (east). Follow this road for about 35 km to the southwestern tip of the lake.

The road continues north along the western shore of the lake. A second road, Canim Lake South, winds along the southern shore to Mahood Lake. © The Angler’s Atlas

Quick Facts Surface Area • 5,611 Hectares (13,864 Acres) Maximum Depth • 208.5 metres (684 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 772 metres (2,533 feet) Survey Date • June 1972 Contour Units • Feet

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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Chaunigan Lake C

haunigan Lake, well-known for its plentiful rainbow trout, is located in the Nemiah Valley of B.C.’s Chilcotin region. It is nestled among spectacular mountains and pristine wilderness, and this breathtaking scenery complements the fabulous fishing. The lake has large shoal areas and extensive weedbeds near the shore. The wild strain of rainbow trout is known for its great fight. Chaunigan Lake Lodge promotes the fly fishing opporuntities for the lake, and their website showcases several fly patterns. Visit chaunigan.com

and click through to their fishing page to find the link to these flies. Chaunigan Lake is home to a good population of insects, leeches and shrimp. F l y

fishers will have no shortage of productive patterns to try. The caddis hatch is considered excellent. The fishing on Chaunigan Lake is good all season long with the best times being between June and September. The water is cool due to the high elevation, which means that this lake doesn’t suffer from the summer doldrums. LAKE ACCESS

rom Williams Lake follow Highway 20 west for 85 kilometres to Hanceville and turn left (south) onto Taseko Lake Road, also referred to as the 900 Road, towards Nemaiah Valley (72 km). There are plenty of road signs along the way. When you get to Vedan Lake, turn right. You’ll drive between Vedan Lake and Elkin Lake and proceed up the hill to Chaunigan Lake Lodge (7 km). Chaunigan Lake Lodge is located at the north end of the lake. Visit their website www.chaunigan.com The lake also has a forest recreation site with six vehicle units and cartop boat launch. Access requires 4WD, and visitors should note the site is frequently windy.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 461 Hectares (1,139 Acres) Maximum Depth • 51.2 metres (168 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,493 metres (4,898 feet) Survey Date • September 1973 Contour Units • Feet

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Deka Lake E

ach year the Deka Lake Volunteer Fire Department holds a family fishing derby on B.C. Day long weekend. There are three top prizes awarded for the largest rainbow trout, kokanee and lake trout. There are also many more prizes available, including the Don and Marion Traill Trophy for the largest lake trout.

The event usually runs from dawn to dusk on Saturday, and from dawn to 2 p.m. on Sunday. Also worth noting is that each year there is breakfast and a BBQ. Check local information for further details on tickets and weigh-in locations.

eka Lake is great for fishing rainbow, lake trout and kokanee and is stocked with rainbow and kokanee. In 2013, 135,000 kokanee and 60,000 rainbow trout were stocked in the lake. Julien Patenaude, local angler, offers some tips for fishing Deka Lake. He notes that kokanee prefer red, especially flourescent. He recommends a flourescent red Spratley or a Kokanee Special.

Patenaude suggests a size 7 or 8 Flatfish when going after lake trout, and that they can often be found at the big end of the lake. He says that “pretty much anything” will work for rainbow trout, and in particular a black Spratley.

Other recommended lures for kokanee are a Willow Leaf and a Ford Fender as well as a red Wedding Band with worm. Try fishing these lures in about 20 feet of water. For the lake trout try using a black Flatfish.

Other great lakes in the area are Horse, Fawn, Watch and Green Lakes. As well, a short trip further east provides access to dozens more.

Travel with some standard lures and flies that can work in many of these lakes, and you will be prepared wherever you drop a line.

Metal, silver, and red and gold colour combinations are good to have on hand, and Doc Spratleys, Willow Leafs and Ford Fenders are good allaround producers. LAKE ACCESS

eka Lake is east of 100 Mile House. Follow Horse Lake Road about 30 kilometres to Mahood Lake Road on the left (north) side. Four kilometres along this road is Burgess Road on the right (east). The firehall and derby site are located on the left, about halfway to the lake.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 1,153 Hectares (2,849 Acres) Maximum Depth • 101 metres (332 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,113 metres (3,652 feet) Survey Date • August 1970 Contour Units • Feet

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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Dragon Lake D

ragon Lake is located on the outskirts of Quesnel. It is fished by anglers from around the world and is renowned for the large rainbow trout it produces.

In the early spring, casting towards the shoreline into the reed beds is a great way to catch some of the largest rainbow trout, says Prince George author, Lewis Johnson.

reed beds. Johnson suggests trying a micro-leech, chironomid or shrimp pattern. The fly can be left dangling right out in front of the reed outcroppings to be intercepted by the feeding trout.

“The rainbow trout inhabit these areas, picking insects

from the reed stalks and hiding in the maze of vegetation,” says Johnson.

Johnson suggests that anglers study the reed beds and look for small paths and bays along the outline area of the reeds. Fish feed along and just inside the reed beds and marl patches. Strike indicator fishing, also referred to as fishing with a bobber, is an effective technique for fishing the shallow

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here are two popular access routes—through Robert’s Roost RV Park, and a public boat To learn more about fly fish- launch on the eastern shore. ing B.C.’s central interior lakes, From Quesnel, head south along visit Lewis Johnson’s website: Highway 97 to Quesnel-Hydraulic TheChronicFlyFisher.com Road (east). Follow this road as it Bruce Kamstra, local angler, says that his preferred colours are olive or black with red tinsel. He often fishes leech and minnow patterns, and sometimes chironomids with a strike indicator. “I like any dry fly that is dark with a flash of red, or a weighted nymph on my dry line so that I’m just below the surface,” Kamstra says.

wraps around the north-eastern shore of Dragon Lake. Watch for the public boat launch along the right side of the road (west).

Robert's Roost RV Park also has a boat launch, and is found at the end of Gook Road, which meets Highway 97, two km before the Quesnel-Hydraulic turnoff.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 225 Hectares (556 Acres) Maximum Depth • 7.9 metres (26 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 595 metres (1,952 feet) Survey Date • May 1972 Contour Units • Feet

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Fishpot Lake F

ishpot Lake is a short drive west of Nazko and has a good fishery for Blackwater rainbow trout. Along with the great fishing is a family friendly resort. Fishpot Lake Resort was featured in Canadian Living magazine as a great family fishing destination.

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For fly anglers, Roy says that Black Mollies and nymphs work best or anything that looks like a mosquito. “Special tip: our fish tend to like basic little garden worms. We have tried buying dew worms, red worms and various other bait, but their favourite is a basic garden worm!”

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ollow the Nazko Road west of Quesnel, about 90 km to the Marmot Lake Campground. Take the first left (west) onto the Bazaeko FSR and continue for 15 km to Fishpot Vicky Roy, co-owner of Fishpot Lake Resort. Lake Resort, says that the fish- There are ing is awesome and that people signs pointing often take their limits. She says the way. gear fishers will succeed with At the resort, basic Wedding Bands. She notes children can that the preferred colour seems to fish off the change from year to year. dock or

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T h e y h a v e e i g h t log cabins and a campground, available at very reasonable rates. To learn more, visit their website:

When asked about productive spots on the lake, Roy suggests, “I don’t think we really have a specific spot that’s a better fishing area. As we tend to tell the guests, kilometres past this turnoff. NOTE: At three kilo‘its a lake and they’re in there FishpotLakeResort.com somewhere ... that’s part of the metres there is another branch. To get to the recreation site con- Keep right (west). game of fishing!’” tinue towards the resort. Four kilometres past the campground, turn left (south) onto another arm of Bazaeko FSR. The site is 10

Surface Area • 87 Hectares (215 Acres) Maximum Depth • 11.5 metres (38 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,021 metres (3,350 feet) Survey Date • July 1989 Contour Units • Metres

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Green G

reen Lake is named for the alluring colour of its water and is a popular vacation lake in the summer. The lake is long and deep, and is perfect for summer recreation. Green Lake has everything from horseshoes to hiking.

Trolling is the most popular type of fishing in Green Lake. Some rainbows have been reported up to ten pounds, but you are more likely to catch one in the one- or two-pound range. There is a stocking program in place for Green Lake, though the lake’s popularity for other recreational pursuits can mean that angling is best earlier in the morning or later in the evening. Head down to the south end, in the shallower bay areas or along the west side past the culvert, where the shoreline is more rugged.

Anglers may succeed with black or silver Hotshots, or small microleeches in black or olive. Dark colours seem to work well in Green Lake. Other lures to consider are Flatfish, again in darker shades.

Consider the first weekend in June for a great event on Green Lake. The Watch Lake / Green Lake Resort, guest ranch, and business association host their annual fishing derby. The derby takes place

Lake on both Green Lake and Watch Lake. There will be live entertainment, a concession and great prizes.

Visit cariboovacations.com/ derby for more information. LAKE ACCESS

rom 100 Mile House, head south along Highway 97 to 70 Mile House. Turn left (east) onto Green Lake Road, and the southwest shore of the lake is 17 km from 70 Mile House. Green Lake Provincial Park has several campgrounds around the lake. Sunset Campground is located on the southern shore, off of South Green Lake Road. On the northeast shore is Emerald Bay Campground—located along Green Lake Rd. The campgrounds have 51 and 54 campsites, respectively, but only Sunset Campground has a boat launch. There is a boat launch on the north shore, but it is located a few kilometres back down the road at Little Arrowhead picnic site. © The Angler’s Atlas

Quick Facts Surface Area • 2,760 Hectares (6,820 Acres) Maximum Depth • 36 metres (118 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,069 metres (3,507 feet) Survey Date • July 1961 Contour Units • Feet

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Horse E

ach year, large numbers of kokanee and rainbow trout are released into Horse Lake. Anglers targeting kokanee may find that a few tricks will produce results. In 2013, nearly 130,000 kokanee and 50,000 rainbow trout were stocked in Horse Lake.

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the kokanee and rainbow. A Ruby Eye Wobbler can work well, too. Around 12 inches or so, add a Glowhook with bait such as maggots, Powerbait or shrimp.

Lake trout respond to black and white combinations. Try a #4 Kokanee seem to prefer red and Coyote spoon in black and white, silver or pearl colours. Try troll- sometimes with blue on them as ing a small spoon, such as a Max well. Various colours of Buzz Imperial in hot pink and fluores- Bombs can work, or try a Canoe cent red. Kokanee prefer feed- spoon in black and white, or blue. ing on zooplankton, which are he map of Horse Lake shows small creatures such as copepods underwater structure, but can and Daphnia. Therefore anglers sometimes miss small shoals. The should keep the lures and bait map below is no exception and small — corn kernels are popular. one of the shoals is missing. Another trick is to troll in The shoal is in the southwestern S-curves. Vary your speed every area of the lake. If you bring this so often, but generally keep it map into your local tackle shop, slow. Many lures and flashers they can help find the shoal for work best at slow speeds. Vary you. your depth according to the time of year, going deeper during the LAKE ACCESS warm summer months. This is rom 100 Mile House, folespecially true for kokanee, which low Horse Lake Road east prefer water in the 10 C range. about eight kilometres. Cariboo orse Lake is a popular ice Bonanza Resort offers accomodafishing destination, known tions and a boat launch. Visit their for its big winter catches. Some website at cariboobonanza.com really big lake trout come out of for more information. Horse Lake. Kokanee and rainbow trout are also productive targets all winter long.

Ice fishers may want to try a Williams Wobbler in various silver combinations to go after

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Surface Area • 1,162 Hectares (2,871 Acres) Maximum Depth • 34.4 metres (113 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 992 metres (3,255 feet) Survey Date • June 1952 © The Angler’s Atlas

Contour Units • Feet

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Howard Lake a green or black body. Leeches in general, and black or olive microleeches in particular, can work well this time of year.

along this road, past Forest Grove to Canim Lake Road South (roughly twelve kilometres beyond Forest Grove). Follow Canim Lake Road South (also referred to as the 8100 Road) roughly eight kilometres to Howard Lake Road and turn right (east). The last leg of

oward Lake is a popular recreation lake and offers anglers some great fishing—especially with chironomids. The best time for this is between midMay and early June.

Chironomids are one of the first to emerge. Fly fishers should experiment with these patterns using a strike indicator (small bobber).

Popular lures lately are Lyman Lures, and #2 sized Kwikfish in a #80 or #87 colour.

Howard Lake is stocked by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of the trip is B.C., and in 2013 18,000 trout along a rough road with steep sections. It is passable with were released in the lake. Howard Lake has a speed 2WD though conditions can be restriction of 10 hp. Remember challenging in wet weather.

to check the B.C. Freshwater The forest recreation site is Fishing Regulations before loacted at the west end of the lake and has 18 vehicle units, a heading out. boat launch, tables and toilets. NOTE: The map of Howard The rec site is also a popuLake was originally surveyed in Try fishing through the narrows, lar starting point for hikers and 1964 and the surveyors missed as the water depth and sediment quad riders using the many trails the island out from the recreare ideal habitat for chironoin the area. ation site. mids. A good colour to try is black with red ribs. Light green LAKE ACCESS is a good colour to try if black oward Lake is located and brown patterns aren’t worknortheast of 100 Mile ing. House near Canim Lake. Follow

Quick Facts Surface Area • 167 Hectares (412 Acres) Maximum Depth • 35.7 metres (117 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 943 metres (3,094 feet) Survey Date • October 1964 Contour Units • Feet

Another good pattern to try Highway 97 north to the Canim would be a white conehead with Lake Road turnoff. Continue

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Marmot Lake M

armot Lake is part of the Nazko River watershed west of Quesnel. It is a popular fly fishing lake. The lake is stocked every autumn with fall fry, releasing 10,000 fish annually. Some anglers report rainbow trout up to 20 inches long, but be prepared for a challenge, as this lake can frustrate even the most dedicated angler.

Brian Smith, fly fisher, author and photographer, deems Marmot Lake a very high-quality fishery despite, or perhaps because of, its challenge to anglers. Smith notes that the hatches are “superb.” Caddis, chironomid and mayfly hatches are definitely worth watching for, and the many shoals are home to gorgeous, large trout. Try the shoals at the north and south ends. In the heat of the summer, Smith suggests working the deep section just out from the

boat launch. Try leech and shrimp patterns with a #3 sink line and go deep.

Smith showcases his knowledge of fly fishing local lakes in Fly Fishing B.C.’s Interior, available at bookstores. He’s also got a new book out called Seasons of a Fly Fisher. Watch for it in local bookstores. LAKE ACCESS

From Quesnel, follow the route marked West Quesnel, which will take you west across the Fraser River. At the end of the bridge, follow the sign saying “Nazko,” turning to the right.

Follow this road for about 88 km, until you meet the Nazko General Store. The lake is located across from the store.

The community of Nazko maintains a campground on the northern shore of the lake. There are plenty of campsites available. This is a great location for a base camp, as there are other good fishing lakes close by, including Bishop (Brown), Crater and Fishpot lakes.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 54 Hectares (133 Acres) Maximum Depth • 16 metres (52 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 850 metres (2,789 feet) Survey Date • August 1978 Contour Units • Metres

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Owen Lake © The Angler’s Atlas

he beginning of summer marks another beginning—the annual sedge hatch in lakes of the Cariboo. Owen Lake is a great place to try sedge patterns. From mid-June to mid-July this hatch provides fly fishers with some great fishing on a wet or a dry fly.

Paul Burgoyne, a former fishing guide, offers some tips for anglers wanting to try fly fishing this hatch. For dry flies he suggests using the Mikulak Sedge pattern. “Cast it down and let it sit for a couple of seconds, then skim it along the surface by pulling it towards you,” says Burgoyne. He says the key to hooking these fish is not setting the hook until you feel the fish pull on the line.

“When they’ve got it in their mouth and they are starting to head down, that’s when you set the hook. If you set it before that you’ll pull it right out of their mouth.”

A popu l a r wet fly pattern is Chan’s Freshwater Sedge Pupa. When fishing a pupa pattern, go to the shoal/drop-off area. Use a sinking line. Cast and let your line sink to near the bottom. Then pull the line (retrieve) in a manner that imitates the swimming motion. Make several, quick, 10 to 20 cm pulls in a row. Then pause. Repeat this pattern of pulls and pauses until the fly is near your boat. Reports are that Owen Lake is best suited for boats with motors, and not canoes or pontoons. LAKE ACCESS From Williams Lake. Follow Highway 20 to Alexis Creek and turn right (north) onto Stum Lake

Quick Facts Road. Owen Lake is roughly 40 km from the highway turnoff. Access to Owen Lake is from a side road (Rosita-Fir FSR) on the right (south) side. A few kilometres from the turnoff there is a small side road leading to the lake, where a small boat can be launched.

Surface Area • 280 Hectares (691 Acres) Maximum Depth • 18 metres (59 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,202 metres (3,944 feet) Survey Date • June 1989 Contour Units • Metres

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Puntzi Lake

Jan a n d D a n Coates f r o m W o o d l a n d Caribou Resort echo the suggestion to use Wedding Bands, and include flashers as their top-producing lures.

untzi Lake is a great place for a getaway. This large, deep lake offers excellent fishing and varied accommodation options. Both rainbows and kokanee inhabit these waters.

Merry MacMath from Kokanee Bay Fishing Resort says that the fishing in 2013 was great. “We’re looking forward to 2014!” Spinning and trolling are the most popular methods of fishing this lake. Anglers should get out early before the water warms up, or bring their fishfinders and a downrigger. Popular lures include a Willow Leaf with Wedding Band and worm, and the Len Thompson 5 of Diamonds lure.

Keep an eye out for the endangered white pelicans in the spring and summer, and trumpeter swans later in the fall. Please do not approach these birds. Consult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations for more information. In 2014, watch for information about the popular Puntzi Lake Fishing Derby, to be held from July 4-6. MacMath says the cost is $20 per person, and there are cash prizes for men and women. There are also cash prizes for the largest kokanee, largest trout, and largest overall fish. This is a great time for everyone, and a wonderful chance to get out and enjoy the fishery on Puntzi Lake. Contact Kokanee

Bay Fishing Resort at kokaneebay@gmail.com, or visit their website at www. kokaneebayfishingresort.ca. Also visit Woodland Caribou Resort at www.woodlandcaribouresort.ca. Any of the resorts around the lake will be able to provide information and sell derby tickets. LAKE ACCESS

rom Williams Lake, follow Highway 20 west, about 65 km past Alexis Creek, to the turnoff to Puntzi Lake. Turn right (north) and follow this road for about 11 km until you reach the western shore of Puntzi Lake. Along with the resorts along the lake, there is a Forest Recreation site off the main road that is RV accessible. The site has six vehicle units and a cartop boat launch.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 1,706 Hectares (4,215 Acres) Maximum Depth • 44.2 metres (145 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 955 metres (3,133 feet) Survey Date • July 1970 Contour Units • Feet

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Quesnel Lake Q

uesnel Lake, among the Cariboo Mountains, offers some of the finest wilderness experiences in the world. The lake has three arms, each with a unique story to tell. The north arm has sandy beaches and an ancient cedar forest. The east arm has Fjord carved rock walls with spectacular waterfalls. The west arm stretches to the town of Likely, where the lake drains into the Quesnel River. Quesnel Lake is great for both lure and fly fishing. Gear fishers can try trolling slowly

along the shoals of the east arm with an apex. The bays of the west arm also offer some of the best trout fishing in the province.

Fly fishers will want to stop in at Elysia Resort for one of their tailor-made flies. These will suit anglers of all skill levels. Beginners may want to try black leech patterns and egg-sucking leeches in flashy pink colours. There is no off time for Quesnel Lake. Each month of the season can bring exceptional rewards

and huge trout. May can be one of the best times to explore this gem, as the angling pressure is low and the fish are hungry.

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Those exploring Quesnel Lake may want to consider

The Likely Road is five kilometres from the Highway 97 turnoff, and

Later in the summer, the many creek mouths offer opportunities for fish going after salmon eggs. The drop-offs are good places to stake a spot.

ollow Highway 97 south to 150 Mile House and turn left (east) onto Horsefly Road. There are two primary access points to Quesnel Lake from here—along the Horsefly Road or the Likely Road.

leads to the town of Likely at the westernmost extent of Quesnel Lake. hiring a guide to make the most of the trip. A guide can help find the best fishing spots and gear, useful for beginners and experienced anglers alike. The friendly and helpful staff at Elysia Resort can set you up for all your trip needs. Visit ElysiaResort.com or call (250) 243-2433 for details.

The Horsefly Road meets the town of Horsefly and then several gravel roads leading to several locations along the southern edge of the lake.

When driving to Elysia Resort turn right at Clarke’s Store in Horsefly, cross the Horsefly River, and follow the gravel road 42 kilometres (26 miles). The route is well-marked.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 27,013 Hectares (66,748 Acres) Maximum Depth • >600 m. (>2,000 ft.) Elevation (ASL) • 729 metres (2,392 feet) Survey Date • March 1977 Contour Units • Feet

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Sheridan Lake S

heridan Lake is well known for its sedge hatch. During this hatch, usually between midJune and mid-July, the fishing can be spectacular.

General techniques for fishing a sedge hatch are to use a wet fly or a dry fly. Wet flies imitate the pupae stage when the caddis (sedge) emerges from its casing and swims up through the water column towards the surface. Dave and Becky Carswell from Sheridan Lake Resort report that “the last few years around the be-

ginning of June to the third week several strains of fish. in June has been exceptional, and This extensive stocking program if you have the right color chroni helps sustain a trophy trout fishery you will have success.” in Sheridan Lake. Rainbow trout Right from ice-off, the Carswells more than 10 pounds are caught say that trolling a leech is an ex- regularly, with some anglers sharcellent choice. “Try black with a ing stories of rainbows over 20 little red, olive with a little red, pounds. and later on we switch to lures such as Lyman plugs or jointed j-7 LAKE ACCESS Rapalas.” rom 100 Mile House follow Highway 97 south to Highway Trollers should use a lead line or sinking fly line with long 24 and turn left (east). Continue to the town of Sheridan Lake, leaders. about 30 kilometres to Sheridan Sheridan Lake is fre- Centre at the northwest corner of quently stocked with the lake. rainbow trout using There are several accommodation options around the lake, including Sheridan Lake Resort. See www.sheridanlakeresort. com for more information. To learn more contact the South Cariboo Visitor Info Centre at (250) 395-5353.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 1,639 Hectares (4,050 Acres) Maximum Depth • 35 metres (115 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,115 metres (3,658 feet) Survey Date • June 1961 Contour Units • Feet

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Snag Lake

nag Lake is a hotspot for brook trout and has been called the best brook trout fishery in the Cariboo. Although the best fishing for brook trout is in the winter and spring, Snag Lake is a consistent producer year-round, with good mid-summer and ice fishing results as well. Snag Lake is fairly shallow and can be weedy. Don’t let this deter you. The bays provide good habitat and coverage and are great places to start. Head into the bays, anchor and cast from there. Greens, orange and black are good colour choices for Snag Lake. Leeches, dragonfly patterns and green Woolly Buggers are all use-

ful to have on hand. Try fishing these flies near the bottom, and experiment with the speed of your retrieve. Snag Lake is best fished by anchoring and casting. Because it can be weedy, trolling is not effective. If you are trolling, try to stay fairly close to the middle of the lake where it’s somewhat clearer and easier to get through.

Note: The B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations refer to a different Snag Lake, located northeast of 100 Mile House. LAKE ACCESS

nag Lake is west of 100 Mile House. There are several backroads that will take anglers to the lake. Only one route is profiled here.

From 100 Mile House, follow Highway 97 north, about eight kilometres, to Tatton Station Road, on the left (west) side.

Continue along this road for about 25 kilometres, and keep to the left (south) as the road forks at Snag Lake offers tremendous this point. Snag Lake is located ice fishing and can reward those another twelve kilometres along anglers who can locate the trout. this road, on the left (east) side. Try a glow hook and jig with a There is a small forest recreation worm or shrimp. site on the lake, although it is not suitable for trailers. A carry-down boat launch is also located at the site.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 91 Hectares (225 Acres) Maximum Depth • 7.3 metres (24 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,171 metres (3,841 feet) Survey Date • July 1987 Contour Units • Metres

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et ready for the Sulphurous Lake Volunteer Fire Department Fishing Derby, which has traditionally been held in August each year.

exciting challenge. They can be particular about their food and water temperature preferences.

play. Refreshments and lunch are available.

Daphnia) are their major food source. Lures and bait should therefore be small, and should imitate plankton’s colours and movements. Red and pearl or silver are good combinations to try.

The derby will take place at Sulphurous and Hathaway Lakes. Each year, prizes will be awarded. Bring your kids and cameras as fire trucks will be on dis-

Tickets are usually available at Sulphurous Lake Resort, Moosehaven Resort, Hathaway Resort and from any executive member.

ulphurous Lake is known for crystal-clear water and great fishing. Several species of fish reside in this lake including rainbow trout, lake trout, kokanee and burbot. Both kokanee and rainbow trout are stocked by the B.C. Freshwater Fisheries Society. Some anglers report catching rainbow trout up to five pounds. Kokanee fishing can be an

They will feed on nymphs or insect larvae on occasion, but zooplankton (copepods and

In spring and fall, try slowsinking or floating lines. Weighted lines are best suited for mid-summer to allow you to reach the cooler depths.

good choices.

Please note the change in the lake trout fishery: the lake trout daily quota is now one. Lake trout must be released October 1 to November 30th.

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rom 100 Mile House, follow Horse Lake Road east to Mahood Lake Road. Turn left (north) and about six kilometres from the turnoff the road meets the southwest section of Sulphurous Lake, wrapping around part of the lake.

Trolling with spoons can be an effective technique for rainbows. Metal or silver colours seem to do well in Sulphurous Lake, and red and gold combined with nickel or brass are

Quick Facts Surface Area • 380 Hectares (939 Acres) Maximum Depth • 46.9 metres (154 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,116 metres (3,661 feet) Survey Date • August 1970

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Ten Mile Lake T

en Mile Lake is well known for its provincial park, but also offers good fishing opportunities.

Bob Monk, a local angler, is on staff at Willis Harper Home Hardware. He fishes the lake often and says it is great for The lake has been stocked both kokanee and rainbow with rainbow trout every year trout. for several decades. Last year Monk says the best time to ,50,000 rainbow were released, fish this lake is in the spring. During the summer as well as nearly 25,000 kokanee. months the

fishing can be slow, and he recommends going out in early morning or evening during this time of the season. A popular techniqe for catching kokanee in Ten Mile Lake is trolling a small pink flasher with a spoon. Also try trolling with a gangtroll using a snubber.

Monk says the fly fishing on this lake is also great. Early in the season try chironomid and nymph patterns. During summer and into fall, he suggests switching to a 52 Buick or leech pattern for best results.

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rom Quesnel, head north along Highway 97 about 12 km, and look for the turnoff to Ten Mile Lake Provincial Park. Access to the lake is through the provincial park and located just west of Highway 97. The park is located on the eastern shore of this lake with three sandy beaches, a boat launch and numerous camping sites. © The Angler’s Atlas

Quick Facts Surface Area • 243 Hectares (600 Acres) Maximum Depth • 21 metres (69 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 707 metres (2,320 feet) Survey Date • August 1958 Contour Units • Feet

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Tyee Lake © The Angler’s Atlas

yee Lake is a popular fishing lake year-round, one of the best in the Cariboo. Spend some time appreciating the rugged beauty of the Cariboo, and enjoy spectacular fishing while you’re at it.

Along with rainbows, Tyee Lake supports a good kokanee fishery. These fish seem to key in on red colours, the flashier the better. Troll slowly.

Several lures are popular, and include the Mickey Finn— which is quite flashy—small red Crokodiles, and small- to midsized Dick Nites. A one- or twoounce weight attached about two feet from the lure is helpful to get Two popular fly patterns your lure to the right depth. for catching rainbow trout are There are some good lunkers in leeches and Woolly Buggers. Tyee Lake, but they are down In the spring the fish can be deep. A chironomid pattern works caught near the surface, but as well all year long and can catch the lake water warms up it is some big bottom fish. good to have a fast sink line and get the fly down about 30 Please note that there has been a to 35 feet deep. If you don’t change in the kokanee quota for have a fast sink line, a small Tyee Lake. The daily limit for split shot attached about six kokanee is now 10. feet from the fly also works.

Dragon and damselflies are great spring hatches. The lake has a good caddis hatch, and some good flies during this time are a Blue Wing Olive or Elk Hair Caddis. Cast towards the rising fish and gently twitch the line on the surface near the trout. For a damsel nymph pattern, cast out into deeper water from a shallow point. Again, olives and darker brown colours are good for these patterns.

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rom Williams Lake head north on Highway 97 to McLeese Lake. Take the Lyne Creek forestry road, located off of Highway 97, about 35 kilometres north of Williams Lake. The site has a rough boat launch, and nine vehicle-accessible campsites.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 308 Hectares (761 Acres) Maximum Depth • 43.3 metres (142 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 911 metres (2,989 feet) Survey Date • July 1960 Contour Units • Feet

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Tzenzaicut Lake © The Angler’s Atlas

herry and Jim Shaw, owners of the Tzenzaicut Lake Resort, are gearing up for the coming season. The lodge continues to offer an exceptional retreat for anglers and hunters, and Tzenzaicut Lake and surrounding areas are worth the trip.

Tzenzaicut Lake is an ideal family destination, “where young people can actually catch fish,” Shaw says. She adds that it’s a great place to get away to hear the sounds of the night. They feel fortunate to have several groups up at the lake, and Shaw says it was wonderful to see so many young people enjoying the remoteness and catching fish. “I think we have discovered a whole generation of avid fishermen,” Shaw reports. “We even had a little fishing contest up here throughout the year, with just $1 per entry, and the largest fish took the prize, which we split between two young fellows.”

The rainbow trout on Tzenzaicut Lake are fighter fish, notes Shaw. They can be caught with “anything bright.” Anglers have had luck with shrimp patterns and green Spratleys. Oranges and yellows work well, too.

Tzenzaicut Lake is also known as Fish Lake, though not the same Fish Lake where there is mining activity, Shaw emphasizes. There are good fishing opportunities for wild stock rainbow trout, with the best fishing during spring, but fishing generally remains good until late July.

This lake is important for British Columbia’s fish stocking program for rainbow trout, operated by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C. Brood stock from this lake is used by fisheries staff for the eggs, which are then raised in provincial hatcheries and released into numerous lakes around the province.

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here are several routes that lead to Tzenzaicut Lake. Only one route is described below.

From Quesnel, head west across the Fraser River, then follow Garner Road south to Km 36 (marked) and turn right (west) onto 3400 Rd. The resort turnoff is at Km 48.5 (left) along the 3400 Road. From the turnoff, continue along this road about one kilometre to the resort.

The recreation site turnoff is at Km 56 along the 3400 Rd., and is a large site accessible by most types of vehicles, including RVs. This popular site also has a boat launch. To contact the lodge, and for more information about the events on Tzenzaicut Lake, write admin@ tzenzaicutlakeresort.com.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 761 Hectares (1,880 Acres) Maximum Depth • 11.6 metres (38 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,139 metres (3,737 feet) Survey Date • May 1972 Contour Units • Feet

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Valentine Lake V

alentine Lake is known for its good fishing and healthy supply of rainbow trout. Each year it is stocked with 10,000 rainbow trout yearlings of Blackwater strain. Blackwater trout are shoal foragers and will feed in the shallows. They are more active during the day than other strains of rainbow trout and have been known to go after larger prey. Non-

salmonid fish, snails, mollusks Lake restrictions include a bait and dragonflies are some of their ban, artificial flies only electric standard food choices. motors only. There is a quota in In late summer, the best fishing place for Valentine Lake of two can be early in the morning or trout per day. Please check the later in the evening. Moving into regulations before heading out. fall, as the weather cools off, mid- LAKE ACCESS day excursions can be successful. alentine Lake is a short drive west of 100 Mile House. To target rainbow trout, anglers can try an Idaho Nymph or leech Follow Exeter Road out of 100 patterns. Greens are good colours Mile House. Continue along this to try. A Tom Thumb road to the northwest shore of or a mayfly may the lake. be useful as There is a forest recreation site well. on Valentine Lake with 10 vehi-

cle units suitable for campers and small trailers. The site has a cartop boat launch. There is another boat launch and campsite on the southwest side.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 56 Hectares (138 Acres) Maximum Depth • 14.6 metres (48 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,243 metres (4,078 feet) Survey Date • July 1970 Contour Units • Feet

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Watch Lake T

here are big trout to be had in Watch Lake. Reportedly a 10-pound fish was caught, and many more have been in the 5-pound range. Barbara Lincez is a former host at Ace High Resort. Lincez says that the fishing is good at this quiet family resort.

Lincez notes that their-best selling flies were black and green Bowriver Buggers. She also suggests that various colours of a Crystal Flash can work well. These flies have been known to catch fish in the 8-pound range. She also says that the caddis hatch in July is worth noting.

There are three resorts around the lake—Ace High Resort, Tall Timbers Resort and Watch Lake Lodge. For more information about accommodations, call the South Cariboo

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Visitor I n f o Centre at (250) 395-5353.

Note that a speed restriction is in place on Watch Lake (maximum 8 km/h). Check out the new feature on the Angler’s Atlas website! Now members can follow their favourite lakes, and receive updates whenever new information is posted. Visit anglersatlas.com for details. Have something to say? Visit the pages for your favourite lakes and add stories, videos, tips and more. See the Watch Lake page at anglersatlas.com/ lakes/2040.

rom the south, take the Fraser Canyon route (Highway 97N) to 70 Mile House, which is about one hour north of Cache Creek. Turn right (east) at the 70 Mile General Store. After 8.5 km you will come to an unmanned tourist information station, turn left here (north) and travel about 21 km along the north side of Green Lake. Watch Lake is located at the end of Green Lake on the north side. From the north, travel 7 km south of 100 Mile House to the Lone Butte turn-off (Highway 24). Turn left and travel along Highway 24, through Lone Butte, and you will come to Watch Lake Road. Turn right onto Watch Lake Road and follow the road signs to Watch Lake.

Quick Facts Surface Area • 261 Hectares (646 Acres) Maximum Depth • 9.8 metres (32 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,082 metres (3,571 feet) Survey Date • August 1952 Contour Units • Feet

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Cariboo Chilcotin Fishing Regulations 2013-2015 In-season changes as of April 1, 2014 highlighted General Restrictions Spring closure: No fishing in any stream in Fraser River watershed of Region 5 (including the Thompson River watershed) from April 1 to June 30, EXCEPT the mainstem of the Fraser River & other streams listed in the tables. Single barbless hook: must be used in all streams of Region 5, all year. Size limit: There is no minimum size in lakes (see tables for exceptions). Steelhead fishing: Your basic licence must be validated with a Steelhead Conservation Surcharge Stamp if you intend to fish for steelhead anywhere in B.C. In addition, a Steelhead Stamp is mandatory when fishing most Classified Waters regardless of the species being angled for. Please see page 7 for details. Regional Daily Catch Quotas (See tables for exceptions) Trout/char: 5, but not more than • 1 over 50 cm • 2 from streams • 1 Dolly Varden/bull trout • 3 lake trout And you must release: • ALL STEELHEAD • Lake trout, Oct. 1 to Nov. 30 Burbot: 5 Kokanee: 5 (none from streams) Whitefish: 15 (all species combined) White Sturgeon: CLOSED TO ALL FISHING in the Fraser River Watershed upstream of Williams Lake River. CATCH AND RELEASE in the Fraser River Watershed downstream of and including Williams Lake River Closed to all fishing in the Fraser River downstream of and including Williams Lake River Sept 15 to July 15 Bass: Closed to all fishing Dean River Classified Waters

All anglers are required to buy a Classified Waters Licence to fish the classified portions of the Dean River (see Table for specific areas and dates). There are no limits on the number of days which a Canadian resident may fish the classified sections of the Dean River. A Non-Resident Alien (see definition, page 88) is allowed only one Classified Waters Licence for the Dean River, and may only fish one classified section of the Dean River (see map page 48) for a maximum of 8 consecutive days per year regardless of whether guided or unguided. A non-guided Non-Resident Alien wishing to fish the Class I - Main Section of the Dean River, from Crag Creek to signs 500 m above the canyon, must enter an annual limited entry draw held in midMarch. For an application, please visit our website at www.env.gov.bc.ca/fw/fish/ licences/#DeanRiverDraw or contact us at: Dean River Draw Fish, Wildlife and Habitat Management Branch PO Box 9363 Stn Prov Govt Victoria B.C. V8W 9M2 Phone: 250-387-9589 Possession Quotas Possession quotas = 2 daily quotas (see tables for exceptions) Daily & Annual Catch Quotas for Salmon Please refer to the NOTICE on page 4 for Salmon Regulations.

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Cariboo Chilcotin Fishing Regulations 2013-2015 In-season changes as of April 1, 2014 highlighted Table Legend See the following tables for exceptions and additional regulations on specific waters.  Stocked Lake (not all stocked lakes listed, see p. 85) CW Classified Waters Licence required to fish Class I or Class II waters, see p. 8 * Including tributaries  Age Restricted Waters CANIM LAKE NO FISHING ZONE

200

0 Metres

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Eagle

Sign

Canim -Hendrix Lake Rd

Sign

No Fishing Zone

Canim Lake

ABBOTT LAKE  ABUNTLET LAKE AGNUS LAKE ALEXIS LAKE ATNARKO/BELLA COOLA RIVERS CW * EXCEPT: Burnt Bridge Creek above Sitkatapa Creek, Hunlen Creek above Hunlen Falls, and Young Creek above Highway 20. (See separate entries for these three waters)”

5-2 5-12 5-6 5-13 5-6 5-8 5-11

AVALANCHE LAKE BABY CHARLOTTE LAKE BAKER CREEK

5-6 5-6 5-13

BALLON LAKE  BANANA LAKE BASALT LAKE BEAVER CREEK chain of lakes*

5-2 5-6 6-1 5-2

BEAVER LAKE BELLA COOLA RIVER* BIG LAKE (approx. 10 km west of 100 Mile House)  BIG LAKE (approx. 30 km west of Likely) BISHOP (BrowN) LAKE BLACKWATER RIVER BLUE LAKE (Soda Creek area)  BLUE LEAD CREEK BLUFF LAKE

5-2 5-8 5-2 5-15 5-13 5-13 5-2 5-15 5-2

Notice to Anglers STEELHEAD MANAGEMENT CHANGES In response to declining abundance of Fraser Basin steelhead, steelhead fisheries within the Chilcotin River Watershed may be closed. The following waters ARE CLOSED TO ALL FISHING: Chilcotin River downstream of Chilko River from October 1 through June 10. Sport fishing openings will be announced in-season, if scientific information suggests that abundance is adequate to support a fishery. This management approach is in response to depressed steelhead abundance. The short term strategy is to meet conservation objectives by minimizing the incidental mortalities associated with sports and commercial fisheries. IMPORTANT: Check website for in-season changes or closure dates for the 2014/2015 season www.env. gov.bc.ca/fw/fish/regulations

Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook; electric motors only Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook; unnamed lake approx. 1 km north of Miner LakE Electric motors only No fishing above Tweedsmuir Park plus Tenas Lake, Apr 1-June 30 Closed all year from Tenas Lake to signs near Atnarko Provincial campsite Trout/char daily quota = 1 (none under 25 cm and all cutthroat trout must be released) EXCEPT: on Bella Coola R. MAINSTEM ONLY, trout/char daily quota = 2, of which only one may be a trout (cutthroat or rainbow) and none may be under 25 cm, no cutthroat may be over 33 cm, and no rainbow may be over 50 cm), Apr 1-May 31 ONLY EXCEPT: release all char (on TRIBUTARIES ONLY), Sept 1-May 31 Bait ban below eastern boundary of Tweedsmuir Park, Sept 1- May 15 No angling from powered boats on mainstems of Atnarko River & Bella Coola River No powered boats on Atnarko River, from Goat Creek to the conuence with Talchako River.” No fishing for steelhead Class II water below Young Creek, Mar 1-May 31. NOTE: Classified Waters Licence or steelhead Stamp not required until reopened to steelhead fishing Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Open July 1-Mar 31 above Pinnacle Provincial Park and June 1-Apr 30 below Park  Age restriction (see page 5 in the Provincial Regulations) below Pinnacle Provincial Park No ice fishing; trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing; trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook Closed to all bass fishing Includes: Beaver, Chambers, Joan, McCauley, Opheim, and Roberts lakes, Lake George, and the unnamed lake known locally as Rye lake Closed to all bass fishing See Atnarko/Bella Coola Rivers* Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Lake trout daily quota = 1; lake trout release Oct 1-Nov 30 Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook See West Road River Electric motors only No fishing below falls 2 km from Quesnel Lake, Aug 15-Oct 31 No powered boats Unnamed lake approx. 2 km E/NE of Spout Lake

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Cariboo Chilcotin Fishing Regulations 2013-2015 In-season changes as of April 1, 2014 highlighted BOAR LAKE (Dog Creek drainage) BOOTJACK LAKE BOWRON LAKE BOWRON LAKE Park waters other than Bowron Lake BROWN LAKE BUNTING LAKE BURNT BRIDGE CREEK CW (above Sitkatapa Creek) *

5-2 5-2 5-16 5-16

CAMERON CREEK

5-15

CANIM LAKE (see map on page 46)

5-1

CANIM RIVER (also in M.U. 3-46) CARIBOO RIVER CHAMBERS LAKE CHILCOTIN RIVER CW

5-15 5-15 5-2 5-12 5-13 5-14

CHILKO LAKE

5-4

CHILKO LAKE’S tributary streams

5-4

CHILKO RIVER CW

5-5

CHIMNEY CREEK CHIPMUNK LAKE CHRISTOPHER LAKE (Canim L. area) CHUCKWALLA RIVER CW

5-2 6-1 5-15 5-7

COHEN LAKE COOK LAKE (Solomon Lake area) CRAG CREEK CRAZY BEAR (Ginny) LAKE CRUISE LAKE

5-6 5-2 5-9 5-6 5-6

CUTTHROATLAKE DAVIDSON LAKE DEAN RIVER CW

5-11 5-6 5-9

5-13 5-2 5-11

DEAN RIVER CW Con’t

DECEPTION LAKE

5-15

No ice fishing; trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 8 Trout/char daily and possession quotas = 2 Trout/char daily and possession quotas = 1 (none under 30 cm or over 50 cm) Bait ban, single barbless hook; no powered boatS See Bishop Lake Engine power restriction - 3.75 Kw (5 hp) Bait ban; No fishing for steelhead Class II water Mar 1-May 31. NOTE: Classified Waters Licence or Steelhead Stamp not required until reopened to steelhead fishing Below Sitkatapa Creek: see Atnarko/Bella Coola Rivers * No fishing Oct 1-June 30 Trout/char release; bait ban and artificial fly only No fishing within the waters of the small bay at the mouth of Eagle Creek northerly of a line drawn between two boundary signs located on opposites shores of the bay, Sept 1-Sept 30 Trout/char release; bait ban Bull trout release Closed to all bass fishing Above Chilko River, mainstem open July 1-Mar 31 Below Chilko River, mainstem open June 11-Sept 30 No trout/char under 30 cm below Chilko River No angling from powered boats Below Chilko River * : Class II water Oct 1-May 31 and Steelhead Stamp mandatory Oct 1May 31(if opened for fall or spring fishing; see Notice on page 2 of this section) Trout/char daily quota = 2 ( no rainbow trout over 70 cm; only 1 bull trout and it may not be under 60 cm) Bait ban, single barbless hook No powered boats on Big Lagoon (west side of lake) No fishing Aug 1-June 30 Dolly Varden (bull trout) release Mainstem open June 11-Oct 31 Trout/char release; bait ban Flyfishing only above Brittany Creek No angling from powered boats above bridge at Henry’s Crossing, Sept 11-Sept 30; speed restriction (5 km/h) on part Class II water above Brittany Creek* , J une 11-Oct 31 (Steelhead Stamp not required) Open all year below Brunson Lake Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 2 No fishing entire river, June 1-Aug 31; closed all year between signs at Ten Mile PooL Class II water * Apr 1-May 31 and Steelhead Stamp mandatory Apr 1 - May 31 Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing; trout/char release; artificial fly only, bait baN Closed all year Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Unnamed lake approx. 500m south of Stewart Lake Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook No fishing above Iltasyuko River*, Apr 1-June 14 Closed all year from Iltasyuko River to Crag Creek* No fishing from Crag Creek to signs 500m above canyon*, Oct 1-May 31 Closed all year from signs 500 m above canyon to signs 100 m below canyon No fishing from signs 100 m below canyon to tidal boundary, Oct 1 -May 31 Trout/char daily quota = 1 (none under 35 cm) Bait ban all parts* Fly fishing only from (a) Anahim Lake to Iltasyuko River, June 15-Mar 31, and (b) Crag Creek to signs 500 m above canyon, July 15-Sept 30 No powered boats between signs 0.5 km and 3.5 km above canyon, Aug 1-Aug 31 From Crag Creek to signs 500 m above the canyon* : Class I water June 1-Sept 30 and Steelhead Stamp mandatory June 1-Sept 30; see map below (Non-residents see notice on page 46) From signs 100 m below canyon to tidal boundary* : Class I water June 1-Sept 30 and Steelhead Stamp mandatory June 1-Sept 30: see map below From Anahim Lake to Iltasyuko River* : Class II water June 16-Oct 31 (see map below); Steelhead Stamp not required NOTE: CanyoN means lower canyon 3-5 km from river’s mouth Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook

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Cariboo Chilcotin Fishing Regulations 2013-2015 In-season changes as of April 1, 2014 highlighted DEWAR LAKE  DOG LAKE

5-2 5-2

DONNELY LAKE  DRAGON LAKE 

5-1 5-2

EARLE LAKE  EAST KING LAKE ELK LAKE  FAWN LAKE 

5-1 5-1 5-2 5-1

FIRE LAKE  FISH LAKE (Taseko Lake area) FISH LAKE

5-2 5-4 5-6

FLY LAKE FOREST LAKE 

5-2 5-2

FRASER RIVER

5-2

FRENCH LAKE  FROG LAKE GATCHO LAKE GEESE LAKE (2 km NE of Eliguk L) GOTCHEN LAKE GRASSY LAKE

5-1 5-6 6-1 5-12 5-15 5-1

GREENLEE LAKE  GREENY LAKE  GRIZZLY LAKE

5-1 5-2 5-15

HAWKINS LAKE HIDDEN LAKE HIGGINS LAKE  HIGH LAKE

5-1 5-6 5-1 5-1

HOMATHKO RIVER* HORSEFLY RIVER (from Quesnel Lake to Horsefly River Falls) CW

5-5 5-2

HOWARD LAKE  HUNLEN CREEK (above Hunlen Falls *

5-1 5-11

HUSH LAKE  ILTASYUKO RIVER

5-15 5-10

IRISH LAKE  JACK OF CLUBS LAKE JACKSON LAKE  JACOBIE LAKE JOAN LAKE JUNKER LAKE KATHERINE LAKE KENO LAKE KESTREL LAKE 

5-1 5-2 5-2 5-2 5-2 5-11 5-15 5-2 5-2

WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration! No ice fishing; trout/char daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook Unnamed lake approx. 6 km S/SW of the confluence of Dog and Pigeon creeks No ice fishing; trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook; no powered boats No fishing southeast of a line between signs on opposite shores of the bay at the mouth of Hallis Creek, Apr 1-May 31 Trout daily quota = 1 No ice fishing; trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban; single barbless hook; engine power restriction - 7.5 Kw (10 hp) Electric motors only Trout daily quota = 2 Electric motors only No ice fishing; trout daily quota = 1 (none under 50 cm); bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 8 Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Unnamed lake approx. 2 km NW of McClinchy Lake No powered boats No ice fishing Trout daily quota = 1 (none under 50 cm); articial fly only, bait ban; engine power restriction - 7.5 Kw (10 hp)” Mainstem open all year; bait ban Sept 15-July 15; No fishing for sturgeon Sept 15 - July 15 No fishing for sturgeon in the Fraser River watershed upstream of Williams Lake River (any caught must be released) No ice fishing; trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook; engine power restriction - 7.5 Kw (10 hp)” No ice fishing; trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing; trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 2; no powered boats Unnamed lake approx. 1 km SW of West King Lake Electric motors only Engine power restriction - 7.5 Kw (10 hp) No ice fishing; trout/char release; bait ban, single barbless hook Unnamed lake approx. 4.5 km upstream of Maeford Lake Engine power restriction - 7.5 Kw (10 hp) No ice fishing; trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motors only; WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration! Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Unnamed lake approx. 4 km north of Bridge Lake No fishing Apr 1-June 30 Mainstem open June 1-Oct 31 Trout/char release; articial fly only, bait ban No angling from powered boats from Woodjam Bridge to Quesnel Lake Class II water * June 1-Oct 31; Steelhead Stamp not required Engine power restriction - 7.5 Kw (10 hp) No fishing Apr 1-June 30 Bait ban Below Hunlen Falls: see Atnarko/Bella Coola Rivers* No powered boats No fishing Apr 1-June 15 Bait ban Electric motors only; WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration! WARNING: Lake trout over 45 cm may contain elevated mercury levels. Limit your consumption. Articial fly only, bait ban; electric motors only Trout daily quota = 8 Closed to all bass fishing Trout/char daily quota = 2;bait ban, single barbless hook Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 8 No ice fishing; trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook “ Unnamed lake approx. 11 km northeast of McLeese Lake and 2 km south of Beaver Lake Road

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Cariboo Chilcotin Fishing Regulations 2013-2015 In-season changes as of April 1, 2014 highlighted KIDNEY LAKE KILBELLA RIVER CW

5-11 5-7

KLINAKLINI RIVER* 5-6 LAKE GEORGE 5-2 LEMON LAKE (in Gibbons Creek drainage) 5-2 LITTLE ALEXIS LAKE LITTLE BISHOP LAKE (approx. 1.7 km NE of Bishop Lake) LITTLE CHARLOTTE LAKE LITTLE HORSEFLY RIVER LITTLE JONES LAKE 

5-13 5-13 5-6 5-2 5-2

MAUD LAKE MAYDOELAKE MCCAULEY LAKE MCCLINCHY LAKE MCKINLEY CREEK MCNEIL LAKE  MERIDIAN LAKE MIDDLE LAKE MITCHELL LAKE MITCHELL RIVER*

5-2 5-6 5-2 5-6 5-2 5-15 5-1 5-5 5-15 5-15

MOFFATCREEK MOREHEADLAKE NAGLICOLAKE NEKITE RIVER* CW ONE LAKE 108 MILE LAKE  OPHEIM LAKE OWEN LAKE 

5-2 5-2 6-1 5-7 5-13 5-2 5-2 5-14

PADDYLAKE  PATENAUDE LAKE PEACH LAKE PETTRY LAKE PIGEON LAKE #1 

5-1 5-2 5-2 6-1 5-2

POLLEYLAKE PREACHER LAKE (East of Bowers Lk) QUESNEL LAKE

5-2 5-1 5-15

QUESNEL RIVER

5-2

RAVEN LAKE  REDFERN LAKE ROBERT LAKE RYE LAKE

5-14 5-15 5-2 5-2

Trout/char daily quota = 2;bait ban, single barbless hook No fishing June 1-Aug 31 Class II water * , Apr 1-May 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Apr 1 - May 31 No fishing Apr 1-June 30 Closed to all bass fishing No ice fishing; trout daily quota = 1 Bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motors only Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout/char release; bait ban No ice fishing; trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook Unnamed lake approx. 13km E/SE of 150 Mile House on the northside of Jones Creek Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Closed to all bass fishing Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout/char release below McKinley Lake; bait ban Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motors only Trout/char daily quota = 2 Closed all year within 100 m radius of the weir at the lake’s outlet Closed all year within 100 m radius of the weir at the outlet of Michell Lake Closed all year from Michell Lake to Cameron Creek No fishing downstream of Cameron Creek (including Cameron Cr.), Oct 1-June 30 Trout/char release, bait ban and artificial fly only downstream of Cameron Creek (including Cameron Creek)” Trout/char release and bait ban below falls 8 km from Horsefly River Trout daily quota = 8 Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Class II water Apr 1-May 31; Steelhead Stamp mandatory Apr 1 May 31 Electric motors only Electric motors only Closed to all bass fishing Do NOT approach or disturb White Pelicans, an endangered species protected by law. See note on page 1 in this section.” Trout daily quota = 2 Closed all year Engine power restriction–7.5 Kw (10 hp) Closed all year Engine power restriction - 7.5 Kw (10 hp) Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 2 Unnamed lake adjacent to Dog Creek Road, approx. 9 km west of Gustafsen Lake and 19km northof Meadow Lake Road Trout daily quota = 8 Trout daily quota = 2 No fishing southwest of a line between signs on opposite shores of Horsefly Bay, Mar 1-May 31 No fishing in North Arm, north of a line between Watt and Service creeks, March 1-May 31 No fishing in North Arm, within a triangular area formed by signs posted-approx. 1 km north and 1 km south of Isaiah Creek and 800 m south of Long Creek (opposite Deception Point), Sept 15-Nov 15. See map on page 48.” Trout/char daily quota = 2 (none under 30 cm): only 1 lake trout, release all rainbow trout over 50 cm and release all bull trout Bait ban, barbless hook Closed all year from 50 m above Likely bridge to 50 m below Likely bridge Mainstem open above Cariboo River, June 16-Feb 28, other parts open July 1-Mar 31 Trout/char release from the boundary signs approx.1.8 km east of the Likely bridge downstream to Morehead Creek Trout/char daily quota = 1 (none under 40 cm) downstream of Morehead Creek Bait ban Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Closed to all bass fishing Closed to all bass fishing Unnamed lake approx. 1.6 km downstream of Joan Lake

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5-2

SECRET LAKE SEPA LAKE SIMON LAKE  SINKHOLE LAKE

5-6 5-2 5-2 5-2

SKULOW LAKE  SLIM LAKE 

5-2 5-4

SNAG LAKE 

5-1

SNEEZIE LAKE (near Timothy Lake) SQUARE LAKE SQUIRREL LAKE STEWART LAKE STUM LAKE SULPHUROUSLAKE  SUNSHINE (Ant) LAKE TAKIA RIVER* TANYA LAKE’S TRIBUTARIES TENAS LAKE TEEPEE LAKE (adjacent to West Road River) TILGATGOLAKE TOMS LAKE TSUNIAH LAKE TURNER LAKE TWO LAKE  TYEE LAKE VALENTINE LAKE  VISTA LAKE WATCH LAKE  WENTWORTH LAKES WEST KING LAKE

5-2 5-6 ‘6-1 5-6 5-13 5-1 5-11 5-10 5-10 5-11 5-13

WEST ROAD (Blackwater) RIVER CW

5-12 5-13

WHALE LAKE (Canim Lake area)  W HALE LAKE  (Gustafsen Lake area)

5-15 5-2

WHITESTONE LAKE WIDGEON LAKE WILLIAMS LAKE WILLIAMS LAKE RIVER WOLF LAKE

5-2 5-11 5-2 5-2 5-1

YOUNG CREEK (above Highway20)*

5-11

5-12 ‘6-1 5-4 5-11 5-13 5-2 5-2 5-11 5-1 5-13 5-1

No ice fishing; trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook Unnamed lake approx .3.2 km south of Le Bourdais Lake No ice fishing; trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motors only Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban; single barbless hook; WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration! Trout daily quota = 2 Unnamed lake approx. 100m East of Sneezie Lake Electric motors only; WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration! Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Unnamed lake in Taseko River drainage approx. 4 km N of Cone Hill No ice fishing; Trout daily quota = 1; bait ban; single barbless hook; no powered boats Unnamed lake approx. 500m S/SE of West King Lake Trout daily quota = 2 Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook No fishing Mar 1-Aug 31 Lake trout daily quota = 1; lake trout release Oct 1-Nov 30 Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Closed all year Closed all year No fishing Apr 1-June 30 No fishing Nov 1-June 14 Trout daily quota = 1 (none under 30 cm); artificial fly only, bait ban, barbless hook No ice fishing; trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Bait Ban, single barbless hook Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motors only Kokanee daily quota = 10 No ice fishing; trout daily quota = 2; artificial fly only, bait ban; electric motors only Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Speed restriction (8 km/h) Trout daily quota = 2 Trout daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Engine power restriction–7.5 Kw (10 hp) No fishing in mainstem (only) Nov 1-June 14; tributaries subject to spring closure Trout daily quota = 1 (none under 30 cm); artificial fly only, bait ban; electric motors only Mainstem only: Class II water June 15-Oct 31; Steelhead Stamp not required Trout daily and possession quotas = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing; trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook Unnamed lake approx. 4 km NE of Gustafsen Lake Electric motors only Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Speed restriction on parts (8 km/h) Open all year No ice fishing; trout/char release; bait ban, single barbless hook Situated approx. 2.3 km NE of Lorin Lake Bait ban; no fishing for steelhead Below Highway 20: see Atnarko/BellaCoola Rivers*

Please Note: Provincial wide regulations also apply. Download the complete regulations to view these rules. www.env.gov.bc.ca/fw/fish/regulations/

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CIRCLE 'W' HI HIUM FISHING CAMP

mbendzak@hotmail.com

(250) 373-2636

circlew.com

CORBETT LAKE LODGE

tibar@telus.net

(250) 378-4334

corbettlake.ca

COTTONWOOD BAY RESORT

info@cottonwood-bay-resort.com

(250) 593-2345

cottonwood-bay-resort.com

CRAZY BEAR WILDERNESS LODGE

info@crazybearlodge.com

(250) 203-9937

crazybearlodge.com

CROOKED LAKE RESORT

info@crookedlakeresort.ca

(250) 404-0201

crookedlakeresort.ca

DAMDOCHAX RIVER LODGE

alicewilliams@damdocax.com

(250) 877-1174

damdochax.com

DEE LAKE RESORT

deelake@shaw.ca

(250) 212-2129

deelakeresort.com

DOLPHINS NORTH LODGE

fish@dolphinsresort.com

(800) 891-0287

dolphinsnorth.com

EAGAN LAKE RESORT

eaganlake@bcinternet.net

(250) 593-4343

eaganlake.com

EAGLE ISLAND RESORT

info@eagleislandresort.ca

250-593-4301

eagleislandresort.ca

ELK RIVER GUIDING COMPANY

paul@elkriver.ca

(250) 423-7239

elkriver.ca

ELYSIA RESORT

rainbow@elysiaresort.com

(250) 243-2433

fishrainbowwaters.com

ERIK'S ANGLING ADVENTURES

erik@flyguidebc.com

(604) 556-4807

flyguidebc.com

ESCOTT BAY RESORT

escottb@xplornet.com

(250) 742-3233

escottbay.com

EUCHINIKO LAKES RANCH

info@blackwater.infosathse.com

(250) 567-4939

blackwateradventures.com

FAWN LAKE RESORT

holiday@fawnlakeresort.com

(250) 593 4654

fawnlakeresort.com

FINGER LAKE WILDERNESS RESORT

info@fingerlakeresort.com

(866) 334-6437

fingerlakeresort.com

FISHING KYUQUOT

info@fishingkyuquot.com

(250) 332-5220

fishingkyuquot.com

FRASER RIVER LODGE

office@fraserriverlodge.com

(604) 786-1210

fraserriverlodge.com

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PHONE

WEBSITE

CAMPING / RV

CABINS / LODGING

BC Fishing Resort Outfitters Association Directory 2014 FRONTIER FARWEST

info@bulkleysteelhead.com

(877) 846 9153

bulkleysteelhead.com

HI HIUM LAKE FISHING RESORT

hihiumlk@gmail.com

(250) 459-2306

hihiumlake.com

HIDDEN COVE LODGE

hidcl@island.net

(250) 956-3916

hiddencovelodge.com

HYAS LAKE FISHING CAMP

(250) 319-1404

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JANICE LAKE FISHING CAMP

jrcartwright@shaw.ca

(250) 579-8205

JLC GUIDING

jameycloete@hotmail.com

(604) 788-3112

JOHNSON LAKE RESORT

info@johnsonlakeresort.com

(250) 434-4111

johnsonlakeresort.com

KAYANARA GUEST RANCH & RESORT

info@kayanara.com

(250) 397-0224

kayanara.com

KNOUFF LAKE RESORT

info@knoufflake.com

(250) 578-8155

knoufflake.com

KOKANEE BAY FISHING RESORT

kokaneebay@gmail.com

(250) 481-1130

bcadventure.com/kokanee

LAKES DISTRICT AIR AND FISHING

info@lakesdistrictair.com

(250) 692-3229

lakesdistrictair.com

LAKES DISTRICT HUNTING LODGE

canada_unlimited@hotmail.com

(250) 698-7478

LOON BAY RESORT

info@loonbayresort.com

(250) 593-4431

loonbayresort.com

LOON LAKE RESORT

loonie365@hotmail.com

(250) 459-2537

loonlakeresort.net

LOWER DEAN RIVER LODGE

info@lowerdean.com

(250) 982-0082

M&M'S RESORT

mms.fhr@gmail.com

(604) 710-6686

MARIGOLD RESORT

kglennox@shaw.ca

(250) 459-2579

marigoldresort.com

MEADOW LAKE FISHING CAMP

meadowlake@xplornet.com

(604) 524-3474

meadowlakefishing.com

MILE HIGH RESORT

info@milehighresort.com

(866) 371-2606

milehighresort.com

MOBERLY LAKE RESORT & MARINA

hhammer@pris.bc.ca

(250) 782-6425

MOONDANCE BAY RESORT

moondancebay@bcinternet.net

(604) 986-1500

MOOSEHAVEN RESORT

moosehaven@telus.net

(250) 593-2300

NADINA LAKE LODGE

wendy@nadinalakelodge.ca

NATURE TRAILS WILDERNESS LODGE

wilderness@naturetrailslodge.com

NECHAKO LODGE & AVIATION NEHALLISTON FISHING LODGE

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lowerdean.com

skyhilodge.ca

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moondancebay.com

moosehavenresort.com

(250) 695-6788

nadinalakelodge.ca

(250) 476-1273

naturetrailslodge.com

info@nechakolodge.com

(250) 412-2665

nechakolodge.com

nehalliston@yahoo.ca

(250) 677-4209

NIMMO BAY RESORT

heli@nimmobay.com

(250) 956-4000

nimmobay.com

NIMPO LAKE RESORT

info@nimpolakeresort.com

(250) 742-3239

nimpolakeresort.com

NORTHERN LIGHTS LODGE

info@nllodge.com

(250) 790-2200

nllodge.com

NUK TESSLI ALPINE EXPERIENCE

nuktessi@gmail.com

(250) 476-1171

nuktessli.ca

OGILVIE OUTFITTING

fly-fisher@ogilvieoutfitting.com

(250) 752-5887

ogilvieoutfitting.com

OOKPIK WILDERNESS LODGE

info@ookpiklodge.com

(250) 697-2502

ookpiklodge.com

(250) 862-1013

oyamalakefishingresort.ca

OYAMA LAKE RESORT

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PELLY PEAK WILDERNESS LODGE

gelmgmt@shaw.ca

(250) 503-0060

pellylakelodge.com

PITT RIVER LODGE

info@pittriverlodg.com

(800) 665-6206

pittriverlodge.com

PONDEROSA RESORT

ponderosa@bcinternet.net

(250) 397-2243

ponderosaresort.com

POSTILL LAKE LODGE

postilllake@xplornet.com

(250) 212-0579

postilllake.com

PYNA-TEE-AH FISHING ADVENTURES & ECOTOURS

adventure@pynateeah.com

(250) 296-9100

fly-fishing-canada.com

RAINBOW RESORT

rainbowr@bcinternet.net

(250) 397-2422

rainbowresort.ca

REEL ADVENTURES

go-fish@shaw.ca

(250) 505-4963

reeladventuresfishing.com

REELIN' IN RAINBOW

lee@frontlinehope.com

(250) 372-1156

REYNOLDS RESORT

reynoldsresort@yahoo.ca

(250) 397-2244

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reynoldsresort.com

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WEBSITE

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EQUIPMENT RENTAL

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BC Fishing Resort Outfitters Association Directory 2014 ROCHE LAKE RESORT

info@rochelake.com

(250) 828-2007

rochelake.com

SHERIDAN LAKE RESORT

fish@sheridanlakeresort.com

(250) 593-4611

sheridanlakeresort.com

SHERIDAN PARK RESORT

park@sheridanlake.com

(250) 593-4643

sheridanlake.com

SILVERTIP LODGE

jwb@baker-enterprises.com

(404) 330-9976

SKEENA MEADOWS WILDLIFE PRESERVE

mk@skeenameadows.com

(250) 842-6400

SKELTON VALLEY OUTFITTERS

skeenameadows.com

(250) 297-6282

STAR LAKE FISHING RESORT

starlake1999@yahoo.com

(250) 434-4470

starlakefishingresort.com

STEELHEAD VALHALLA LODGE

jeff@sweetwatertravel.com

(250) 847-1806

steelheadvalhallalodge.com

STEWART'S LODGE & CAMPS

fish@stewartslodge.com

(250) 742-3388

stewartslodge.com

STS GUIDING SERVICE

sts@guidebc.com

(604) 671-2347

guidebc.com

SURREY LAKE FISHING RESORT

info@surreylake.com

(866) 523-9778

surreylake.com

SUSKEENA LODGE

jeff@sweetwatertravel.com

(250) 847-1806

sustutriver.com

TEN-EE-AH LODGE

info@ten-ee-ah.bc.ca

(250) 395-7302

ten-ee-ah.bc.ca

TERRACE SPORTFISHING ADVENTURES

terracesportfishing@hotmail.com

(250) 635-3521

terracesportfishing.com

THE RAMBLING FISHERMAN

ramblingfisherman@gmail.com

(250) 218-1087

ramblingfisherman.com

THUYA LAKES LODGE

info@thuyalakes.com

(250) 372-6867

thuyalakes.com

TUNKWA LAKE FISHING RESORT

paul@tunkwalakeresort.com

(250) 523-9697

tunkwalakeresort.com

VAN TINE GUIDING & OUTFITTING

info@vantineguiding.com

(250) 695-6677

vantineguiding.com

WENDEGO LODGE

info@wendegolodge.com

(250) 819-1713 (250) 459-2258

WHITE MOOSE RESORT

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2013 Cariboo Trout Stocking Report Waterbody Name

Species

Released

Waterbody Name

Species

Released

Waterbody Name

Species

Released

ABBOTT

2,500

CUISSON

15,000

FELKER

30,000

BELLOS

4,000

DANTE’S INFERNO

1,000

FIR

20,000

BIG (WL)

60,000

DEKA

135,000

FIRE

1,000

BIG (100M)

10,094

DEKA

60,000

FISHPOT

5,000

BIG BAR

14,000

DEWAR

2,500

FOREST

20,000

BIG ONION

6,000

DOG

1,000

FRENCH

3,000

BLUE (ALEXANDRIA)

1,000

DONNELY

5,000

GARDNER

2,000

BLUE (WL)

11,000

DORSEY

3,000

GREEN (HORSEFLY)

2,000

BOAR

2,500

DRAGON

30,905

GREEN (70M)

55,030

BOBBS

10,000

DUGAN

15,000

GREEN (70M)

7,931

BOBBS

10,000

DUGAN

20,000

GREENLEE

3,500

BOUCHIE

20,000

EAGLE

111,998

GREENY

20,000

BRIDGE

130,000

EARLE

6,000

HATHAWAY

17,500

BRIDGE

20,000

EDMUND

5,000

HELENA

25,000

CHIMNEY

40,000

ELK

12,018

HEN INGRAM

10,078

CHIMNEY

50,000

FAULKNER

1,000

HORN

20,000

COOK

1,000

FAWN

15,000

HORSE

129,246

Cariboo Chilcotin Fishing 2014 Waterbody Name

Species

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Species

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Waterbody Name

Species

Released

HORSE

50,000

MILBURN

5,000

SNAG

15,000

HOWARD

18,000

NOLAN

5,000

SULPHUROUS

40,000

HOWES

3,700

OSLIE

500

SULPHUROUS

20,000

HUSH

1,500

OWEN

50,085

TEN MILE

24,996

IRISH

10,000

PADDY

5,000

TEN MILE

50,000

JACKSON

6,500

PALMER

25,000

TILL

10,000

JIM

10,000

PIGEON LAKE #1

3,000

TILL

10,000

KELLY

3,000

PIGEON LAKE #2

8,000

TIMOTHY

45,000

KESTREL

3,000

POISON LAKES N

10,000

TYEE

40,000

KLINNE

700

POISON LAKES S

10,000

VALENTINE

10,000

LAKE #6067

1,500

RAIL

30,000

WATCH

40,000

LAKE 5565

2,000

RAVEN

15,000

WENDLE

1,000

LITTLE BIG BAR

5,000

RAVEN

15,000

WHALE

7,000

LITTLE JONES

700

RESERVOIR

3,000

LORIN

15,000

RIMROCK

5,000

LOWER

3,000

RUTH

25,000

MARMOT

10,000

RUTH

30,000

MCINTYRE

1,600

SHERIDAN

274,485

MCLEESE

25,000

SIMON

12,000

MCNEIL

10,000

SKULOW

5,000

MILBURN

15,000

SKULOW

5,000

Stock Species Codes: EB

Eastern Brook Trout (Char)

Kokanee

Rainbow Trout

For more information on Fish Stocking in British Columbia, visit: www.GoFishBC.com

Without licence fees, there’d be a lot less fish. When you buy a fishing licence, you help the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC stock more than 800 lakes a year. You also help fund our research, conservation and education programs, plus create more fishing spots close to home. So thanks for doing your part. You’re making fishing in BC better than ever. To learn more and get the latest stocking reports, visit us at gofishbc.com

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