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FEATURES

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Fraser River

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Vedder River

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Freshwater Fishing Regulations

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BC Fishing Resorts / Outfitters Association

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Regional Fish Stocking Tables

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Some of the region’s best fishing. Check out tips and hot spots!

Local experts share their best tips for steelhead and salmon in this year-round fishery.

Fishing regulations for all of the Lower Mainland Region on pages 39-44.

Complete listings on pages 46-48.

Freshwater Fisheries Society Stocking tables for Region Two on page 50.

SALTWATER

Spots for saltwater fishing, including Pender Harbour and Sechelt!

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he Lower Mainland region encompasses a mountainous terrain from Manning Park to Vancouver, north to Birkenhead, and along the Sunshine Coast to Powell River. The region covers large and small lakes, as well as a number of major rivers including the Fraser.

The waterbodies in this guide cover a wide range of elevation, from alpine lakes to rivers to the ocean. Larger lakes, like Chehalis and Birkenhead Lakes are great for fishing as well as other aquatic activities.

We have included a detailed map of the Vedder River, near Chilliwack. This map highlights known fishing holes

along the river. As with many other waterbodies in the Lower Mainland, the year-round fishing for Steelhead, trout and salmon is a great way to beat the dreary January blues as well as the summer heat. The Vedder River is said to be the region’s most popular fishing river, and for good reason.

Some of the more off-the-beaten-path locations are Birkenhead and Green Lakes in the Pemberton and Whistler areas. These higher elevation fishing spots are known for their cool water. As a bonus, they are not quite as crowded as some of the more southern lakes, though they are both quite popular.

And speaking of popular lakes, Alice, Rice and Sasamat Lakes are definitely up there. Don’t let the crowds fool you, though. These are terrific fishing lakes, and when you do find some quiet times, you’ll be glad you went.

For those who are more interested in saltwater fishing, check out our features on Pender Harbour and Sechelt. These are only two of the endless possibilities for some deep water.

The Lower Mainland has such a wonderful variety of fish, and there really is something for everyone here. From the saltwater salmon, h a l -

Don’t let the crowds fool you, though. These are terrific fishing lakes, and when you do find some quiet times, you’ll be glad you went. ibut and prawning opportunities, to rainbow trout, brown trout, steelhead and sturgeon, anglers can be guaranteed to have adventures from the epic to the quiet.

Many of our featured lakes are in regional and provincial parks. Most are easy to get to, though there are some that are a little more challenging, such as Chilliwack, Chehalis and Devils Lakes.

Explore the more out of reach places, and make sure you’ve got good road maps!

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nce again in 2017 is a complete listing of all members of the BC Fishing Resorts and Outfitters Association, as well as the Regional Fishing Regulations for Vancouver Island region.

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Birkenhead Lake 409 Hectares (1010 Acres)

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38.4 metres (126 feet)

irkenhead Lake, with its stunning backdrop of snow-capped peaks, is a popular spot for catching rainbows and kokanee. The amazing mountain views will captivate you, and the fishing will keep you going back for more.

At one time, Birkenhead Lake was stocked with rainbow trout. Now, however, the lake succeeds in sustaining naturally reproducing populations.

While at times the trout may be quite deep, in the spring and fall they will move to the upper layers for heavy feeding.

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ties from a sani-dump to interpretive trails. There are 94 campsites available here.

The Birkenhead Lake walk-in wilderness campsite is now closed.

Many large, dead trees pose a danger to campers. They also provide animal habitat so there are no plans to build a new wilderness site at this location.

The colours you choose for your lures and flies will depend a great deal on the day and the weather. On darker days or in low light conditions, try chartreuse and chartreuse combinations. On brighter days, go with silver and blue hues.

Wedding Bands and Flatfish are good choices, and these can work in a variety of different situations.

For flies, try a Royal Coachman. In the fall, egg patterns can work well.

Please be aware that both Birkenhead Lake and river are subject to certain regulations.

Consult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations for details.

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ake Highway 99 from Pemberton northeast to Mt. Currie and turn off Highway 99 to D’Arcy. Just before D’Arcy, watch for signs for a turnoff onto a gravel road that leads to Birkenhead Lake. From there it is a 17 km drive along a gravel road.

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Alice Lake 11 Hectares (27 Acres)

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lan to get here early.

That’s the advice we give for fishing Alice Lake. Not only is the lake itself very busy, but the provincial park in which it is situated is also extremely popular.

There’s good reason for this. With three excellent fishing lakes located just outside of Squamish, Alice Lake Provincial Park is a natural choice for an easy getaway.

Master Angler Rodney Hsu suggests that both shore fishing and floating in a pontoon boat are good options for Alice Lake.

16.8 metres (55 feet)

207 metres (680 feet)

There are trails all around the lake, which make it easy to find a location on shore to set up. There is also a floating dock, and you can fish from it, though there are specified “no fishing” times posted.

There is a thriving wild trout population here. As well, the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC stocks Alice

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Lake with catchable-sized rainbow trout. This is just one of the many reasons that Alice Lake is a terrific place for beginners and families to fish.

morning, or later in the evening.

The good news is that these are prime time for insects, and thus for fish as well.

Anglers may also appreciate the “no powered boats” regulation.

Alice Lake is small, and as such, the lack of motorized traffic adds to the sense of peacefulness on the lake. While there is no parking directly beside the lake, it’s an easy walk from the parking lot to the lake.

lice Lake Provincial Park is mere minutes north of Squamish. Head north on Hwy 99, turning right onto Alice Lake Road. Follow the signs to the parking lot turn off. Be aware that at times, the park is completely full, which means that people cannot even drive into the park. If you plan to camp, reserve well in advance.

As with other lakes in general, fishing is best in the spring and fall, when trout feed most heavily.

Master Angler Brian Chan notes that when the trout are feeding, it’s important to spend some time figuring out what they’re after.

Smaller, shallower lakes such as Alice Lake can be very productive because more sunlight can reach further into the water, creating ideal growth conditions.

What is good for plant growth is also good for insects, and fly fishers can have a field day here in quiet times. Alice Lake does get busy with swimmers and others during the day, so the best fishing times will be either early in the

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Alouette Lake 1,644 Hectares (4,062 Acres)

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louette Lake is the perfect lake for families. Not only is it a great place to catch fish, but visitors may also camp, hike, swim, and enjoy various other water sports. Being only a short drive from Maple Ridge, Alouette Lake offers a piece of wilderness amongst the hustle and bustle of the Fraser Valley.

The lake is clean and filled with cold, crisp water.

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159 metres (521 feet)

117 metres (383 feet)

large amount of kokanee, rainbow and bull trout, dolly varden, and even some unconfirmed lake trout. Bull trout and dolly varden may be fished year round, while kokanee is only available spring through fall.

The lake does not freeze over in the winter, so ice-fishing is not an option on Alouette Lake. Parsi explained that fly fishing and fishing from a boat are equally popular. If opting to fly-fish, Parsi recommends hiking along the shoreline until you find a creek mouth. Fish tend to pool in these areas. Trout, kokannee, and dolly varden all tend to head close to shore during dusk and dawn

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in order to feed, making these times the best for fly-fishing.

When fishing here Parsi says many different techniques and lures work well. It is best to try a few different options in order to determine what works best for you.

Kokanee tend to

b e attracted to the colour red.

Parsi recommends trolling along the shoreline with red microleeches, or Chironomids. When further out on the lake, try using a Dodger with a Wedding Band and downrigger. Keep in mind that kokannee prefer cold water and will therefore be in deeper water during the hot summer months.

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One of the great aspects of the lake Parsi notes is its shape and size.

During the summer months, Alouette Lake can become quite populated with families and anglers.

However, its long shape creates a lot of space for anglers and boaters. It is also protected by trees meaning the wind doesn’t often pick up while out on the lake.

Make sure to stop in and talk to Ray Parsi at Wholesale Sports Langley before heading out. His knowledge of the lake is vast and is a great asset to take advantage of.

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From Langley, head north on 200 St, Golden Ears Way and 128 Ave to 132 Ave/Fern Crescent in Maple Ridge for 22.9 KM. Follow Fern Crescent and Golden Ears Pkwy for another 18.1 KM to your destination.

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Chehalis Lake 629 Hectares (1,554 Acres)

138 metres (453 feet)

213 metres (700 feet)

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ver ten kilometres long and 137 metres deep, Chehalis Lake is big water.

It’s especially nice that the fish are big, too!

Bull trout are the predominant species in Chehalis Lake. These chubby fish are a lot of fun to catch, when you can catch them.

They’ll put up a huge fight, dive and head for cover. Danny Coyne, from BCFishn.com, says that bull trout, “dive fast and furious! If there is a current or structure in the water this fish will find it! Just as you think the fish has tired and is ready to be brought in, it will take a few more runs on you.”

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luck imitating fish. Egg pat- onto the Chehalis Forest Service terns early in the season, and Road (FSR). Travel past Elbow fry patterns later, are your best Lake and continue till you cross the Statlu Creek bridge bet.

Master Angler Rod Hsu (fish- at which point turn right at the ingwithrod.com) notes that the junction and continue following vibrations of spoons and spin- the Chehalis FSR in a northerly ners really attract bull trout, and direction. Keep left at the next major FSR junction. Skwellepil they find it hard to resist.

Creek Recreation Site is located Danny Coyne adds that in deep about half way up the west side water, a Gibbs silver-plated of Chehalis Lake. The total disIron Head is a good choice tance from Hwy #7 turn off is because it’s heavy, and can sink approximately 30 kms. well. Retrieve it fairly quickly, he suggests.

Another suggestion is to cast towards structure. Bull trout will often lurk under and behind fallen logs or other debris.

If you’re in shallower areas, a silver or gold Williams Wabler, with a slower retrieve, can be Bull trout spawn in late fall and useful. early winter. Spring, with the While a boat is most useful cooler water, and late fall are for Chehalis Lake, shore fishgood times to go after them. ing can be productive, too. The Try to avoid targeting bull trout water drops off fairly quickly, in high temperatures, as they so you can cast out from shore are very sensitive to heat and and still be in deep water. temperature changes. They preLAKE ACCESS fer cool to cold water. urn north off Lougheed Bull trout are piscivorous.

Highway (Hwy #7) at the While insect imitations may community of Harrison Mills work, you’ll have much better

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Chilliwack Lake 1,198 Hectares (2,959 Acres)

114 metres (374 feet)

625 metres (2,050 feet)

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hilliwack Lake is a long, deep lake known for its sparkling water, windy afternoons and great trout fishing. The cutthroat can be up to 5 pounds.

Other species in the lake include rainbow, Dolly Varden, kokanee and white- Also check fish. Spinning and trolling are the best out the Angler’s ways to fish this lake.

Atlas for some hotspot Kokanee prefer cool water. When fish- areas: anglersatlas.com/ ing kokanee, also keep in mind that their place/99844/chilliwackpreferred food sources are small. You lake. may find success with small lures and bait. Best colours seem to be silvers and LAKE ACCESS reds in a variety of shades. he park is located 64 km Troll very slowly, but not in a straight southeast of Chilliwack, 40 line. A zig-zag or curvy pattern is best. km south from Vedder Crossing.

Every so often, jerk the rod a couple of Take Exit 104 from Highway 1 and times. Let it go completely still for a follow the signs for Cultus Lake until moment or two and then begin to move Cultus Lake Road. Instead of turning again. The trick is to vary the pattern here, follow Vedder Road across the every so often, but not to move in such bridge and turn right onto Chilliwack a way that the fish won’t recognize an Lake Road. Follow this road for 40 km easy meal. to the lake.

Please keep in mind that dangerous curSeveral options exist for camping in rents exist at the outflow of Chilliwack the park. There is a day-use area with Lake and for several kilometres downa small boat launch. Camping facilistream. Avoid boating or rafting in this ties range from fully-serviced to back area. The Ministry of Environment country sites. parks page will have useful information regarding the trails and camping The Toyota Tacoma is well-suited for in Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park. these hard-to-reach fishing destinations.

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Como Lake 45 Hectares (111 Acres)

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he annual Como Lake Fishing Derby will be held Sunday May 28, 2017, starting at 7 am. The derby is open to kids under the age of 16 and is free to enter. Hundreds of prizes will be awarded, starting at noon.

10 metres (33 feet)

173 metres (568 feet)

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he Como Lake sport fishery benefits from a provincial stocking program run by The Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C. Thousands of fish are stocked in Como The derby is put on by three L a k e ; local clubs—Port Coquitlam Rod and Gun Club, Kinsmen Club of Coquitlam and Coquitlam Festival Society—as well as Coquitlam Leisure and Parks Services.

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see the stocking tables at the end of this guide for more information.

An easy way to get started fishing on this lake is to use Powerbait on a hook, then cast the line out and let it sit on the bottom.

Another easy technique is using a bobber with a worm on a hook.

More experienced anglers can try flyfishing with a small chironomid pattern.

Use it with a bobber and let it hang several inches off of the bot-

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tom. Or try a small bead-headed microleech.

There are two docks located on the lake, and a trail which wraps around the shoreline, offering many places to fish.

Como Lake used to have an age restriction in place, the purpose of which was to increase the participation levels of young people in sport fishing. This restriction was lifted in 2009 and Como Lake is now open to anglers of all ages.

However, please note that quotas have changed for Como Lake. Please check out the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations for more information.

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omo Lake is located in Coquitlam, off Gatensbury Street. There are two parking parking areas at the north and south ends of the lake. A park surrounds the lake and includes a playground and wildlife viewing area.

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Cultus Lake 627 Hectares (1,549 Acres)

41.8 metres (137 feet)

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ainbow trout and cutthroats are just two of the many fish species resident in Cultus Lake.

The angling opportunities are extensive on this beautiful and easily accessible local favourite.

Lindsay Britton, an Angler’s Atlas field staff volunteer in the Lower Mainland, reports on an outing with his grandson: I picked up my eight-year-old grandson Gavin after school and took him up to Cultus Lake. The excuse was to try out my boat motor but the reason was to take him fishing. We got the motor part straightened out and put on a couple of Flatfish lures. Me first with a strike and I reeled in a cutthroat trout.

Holding by the line we examined it. I told him what

41 metres (135 feet)

kind of fish it was and he said it was very pretty. He asked “Can we eat those?” I told him we could but it was a bit small and we would maybe catch a bigger one to eat and so we let the fish go. Soon Gavin got a good strike and a fish on. I coached him on which side up with the rod and spinning

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reel and he fought his first fish LAKE ACCESS into the boat. It was a large pikeollow Highway 1 east to the minnow and he held it up for a Sardis exit (Vedder Road). picture. Can we eat it? Well we From the exit follow this road don’t usually eat these, so we south to Cultus Lake Road, which should let him go, too. It was a leads to the lake. The lake lies good size and the pikeminnow within a provincial park and there derby was not until next weekend, are several access points. so we let him go for someone to catch in the derby. We trolled around for another hour without a bite. We agreed to fish another 15 minutes. Gavin was stuffing the last peanut butter sandwich into his mouth when his rod had a very strong strike. He reeled it in well and we lifted a cutthroat of about 16 inches into the boat. Can we eat it? Yes we can. And so I discreetly bonked it and put into the cooler. The next day, Gavin came As Canada’s over and ate the entire fish that I outdoor outfitter, had fileted and coated with breadWholesale Sports crumbs and fried. He’s eager to go is as obsessed with fishing again and I think I have fishing as you are. found a lifelong fishing partner.

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Every year in June, the Fraser Salmon and Watersheds Program hosts a pikeminnow fishing derby, called the All About Fishing Family Event. This is a great opportunity for anglers of all ages to catch some fish while benefiting the lake as a whole. Pikeminnow are invasive, and compete with salmon for resources.

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Devils Lake 46 Hectares (114 Acres)

6 metres (20 feet)

106 metres (348 feet)

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evils Lake is a bit of a hidden gem.

Overshadowed

by Stave Lake just to the east, Devils Lake is often overlooked for fishing choices.

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fishing activity. Plan to be out in the early morning or later evening, or better yet, aim for spring and fall as the best fishing times.

The fish in Devils Lake are wild stock, and this is a great place to experiment with different fly patterns. The lake can be weedy in places, and perfect habitat for insects. Pay attention to the hatches around you, but don’t be afraid to deviate from standard patterns.

There are some decent-sized trout in Devils Lake, along with some cutthroat trout. They aren’t huge, but the lack of fishing pres- Pay attention to your movesure can make them a little ments, as well. Wild stock trout more willing to bite. can spook a little more easily Devils Lake is a hike-in lake, than hatchery-bred trout, and and the trail is located along it may take more patience and the southwest end of the lake. distance when casting to them.

It’s an easy walk in, about 330 Devils Lake can skunk experimetres, but because you’re enced anglers, and it’s not walking, you’ll be restricted unusual to go home empin your choice of watercraft. ty-handed. However, every so Canoes, kayaks and belly boats often you can hook into one will be useful here. It’s also of the larger rainbows lurking possible to fish from shore. The here. water drops off fairly quickly, so you can cast out to deeper LAKE ACCESS water easily. rom Mission, Devil’s Lake is a short drive along the Devils Lake is not that deep, Florence Lake Forest Service and the heat of Road.

From Dewdney Trunk the summer will Rd. / Stave Falls Visitor take its toll on the

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Centre, take Burma St. Rd. on the left (west), which becomes Florence Lake FSR. Drive about 4.6 km. There is a pullout at the trail head for parking.

As mentioned, the lake is hikein, though the trail is an easy one. There is no camping at Devils Lake, and while there is an outhouse, there are no other facilities. There is a small beach / day-use area that can work well as a launch point.

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Edith Lake 2.6 Hectares (6.4 Acres)

9.1 metres (30 feet)

287 metres (940 feet)

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dith Lake is one of three great fishing lakes in Alice Lake Provincial Park. Edith Lake is stocked with rainbow trout, and sees less fishing pressure than Stump and Alice Lakes.

Angler Rod Hsu (fishingwithrod.com) comments that because Edith Lake is a bit of a hike to reach, it can be a lot less busy than the other lakes in the park. If you’re up for the walk, and aiming for a little more quiet in the busy park, Edith Lake is a great choice.

As Edith is a walk-in lake, you’re going to want to either set up to fish from shore, or pack in a float tube or portable pontoon. You can spincast either way, or fly fish.

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Reserve your spot well ahead of time if you plan to camp in the park. Otherwise, be aware that if the parking lots are full, you won’t be able to access the park at all.

Campsites, some with hookups, as well as day use areas, are all available in the park. There are four lakes in the park: Edith, Alice, Stump and Fawn Lakes.

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Green Lake 205 Hectares (507 Acres)

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he glacial till is what gives Green Lake its gorgeous hue, and the fishing is some of the best in the Whistler area. Green Lake is also the deepest lake in the area.

The shoals and inlets are some of the best bets for locating the fish. The three creeks that feed the lake -- Fitzsimmons Creek, 19 Mile Creek, and the River of Golden Dreams -- are popular starting points, as they bring in the nutrients for the fish.

The inlet to the River of Golden Dreams on the southwest end of the lake is a popular fly fishing spot.

Many of your standard flies work well here. Leech patterns, minnow imitations and Woolly Buggers are good choices. Aim for the larger sizes, as these fish tend to feed on larger prey such as other fish. Insect hatches to watch for are Stoneflies, Chironomids and Black Ants. The east side of the lake is said to be a productive location for Chironomid fishing in particular.

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If you’re fishing with gear, Flatfish and Apex plugs are good choices for the trout. If it’s kokanee you’re after, a Wedding Band or a Dick Nite spoon, trolled along the drop offs, can pay off nicely.

If it’s bull trout you’re after, your first choices might be a spoon or spinner. They tend to be aggressive, and prefer to ambush their prey.

The vibration of the lure is hard for them to resist. They like cooler water and deeper pools; Danny Coyne from BC Fishn’ says that anglers should look for areas that offer the trout cover, such as fallen logs and other debris. He suggests that a red and white bucktail may be a good choice because it mimics the kokanee that they prey upon.

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ocated alongside Hwy. 99 approximately 3 km north of Whistler Village. Multiple access points are provided via Valley Trail. Public parking is limited.

Green Lake Park is on Lakeshore Dr just south of the official boat launch. There are washrooms and the shore is suitable for launching a cartopper or canoe.

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the north end in the Emerald Estates subdivision on Summer Lane. Boaters are requested to follow markers to prevent washouts on private property and a 10 km/h speed limit is in effect at the south end. Also, boaters should be aware of floatplane traffic during the summer.

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For some excellent fishing tips for both bull trout and kokanee, take a look at Coyne’s website at BCFishn.com.

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he Mighty Fraser River is home to a Big Game Giant, the white sturgeon!

Reaching lengths of over 20 feet and living hundreds of years, this is North and South America’s largest freshwater fish.

Chilliwack is home to this sturgeon playground where fish numbers are in the tens of thousands.

Over the last couple of years, 4monster sturgeon have been caught, recorded and released unharmed by conservation minded fishing company Great River Fishing Adventures. People from around the globe make the pilgrimage to fulfill their lifelong dream of catching and getting hands on with these 300 million year old prehistoric monsters. These are true living dinosaurs roaming our home waters.

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a recent corporate team building event a group from Daley and Company Chartered Accountants landed the fish of a lifetime.

Norman Daley, CEO / President who initially hooked up the fish said, “That this thing was huge and in the first few minutes I had it on the line I thought my arms were going to fall off.” This white sturgeon turned out to be nearly 12ft in length and estimated at 1000lbs.

Paul and Ron Jarvis, visiting from Atlanta, Georgia, joined Great River Fishing for a family fishing trip when they too hooked into one of the largest fish caught on the Fraser River. The 11ft 10” monster sturgeon gave them a fishing experience to remember and Paul was quick to share about his encounter.

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Lower Fraser River “Managing that fish became a true father and son challenge. As I played the fish my dad handed me water to keep hydrated and he even held on to my fighting belt and harness. When I saw that fish jump and the head come out of the water it was massive, landing this fish together is something we will never forget.

Although we all define our ultimate fishing experiences a little differently, one thing is certain, the breath-taking scenery of the Fraser River, the abundant wildlife and some of the world’s most prolific sport fisheries will create some inspiring memories.

hooked into. Very likely a fish that is bigger and stronger than you are, in a battle that will be measured in hours not minutes, filled with massive jumps, line-peeling runs and epic tail walks.

And we haven’t even had a chance to mention that the Fraser River is the #1 salmon-producing river in the world. We fish for all 5 species of Pacific Salmon, which allows for even more of a reason to visit!

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arrison Hot Springs for fishing? You bet!

From your base at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa, BC Sportfishing Group can put you on to some of the most incredible fishing you’ve ever experienced.

They’ll set you up for a relaxing afternoon, a weekend adventure, or a fly fishing excursion. Fish in the morning and golf in the afternoon -- they offer that, too!

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by Tony Nootabos, is the largest guide outfit in the Fraser Valley. They operate out of the Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa, which is perfect for guests. Nootabos, a longtime angler, knows the area intimately, as do his twenty professional fishing guides.

Yves Bisson, one of those guides, says that “one of the benefits for guests staying at the resort is that we can pick them up right at the dock in the morning, supply their gear, and take them to where the fishing is best.”

The Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa offers guests a little more luxury than you might typically expect for a fishing adventure.

BC Sportfishing Group (BCSFG) is also open and staffed all year long, so there are no downtimes.

Guests can fish 365 days a year here. Bisson says it’s easy and convenient for resort guests to fish during the day and relax in the evening, with no extra commuting time involved.

Bisson is enthusiastic about all of the variety in the fishing. “Lots of our business is for people fishing the Harrison and Fraser Rivers, and people can fish for sturgeon and trout all year.” He adds that BCSFG is very active in the Sturgeon Conservation Society and has been for 20 years! All BCSFG guides are involved in tagging, recording and measuring important information about sturgeon as part of the ongoing

Fraser River Sturgeon Conservation Society monitoring and assessment study..

“People love it when they get to take part in the sturgeon activities,” he says, “and they get to feel involved, like they’re making a difference. They get to learn about the science, and learn about the context surrounding sturgeon fishing.”

halis River is extremely popular for fall fishing, and is unique in that there are runs of both summer and winter steelhead.” Bisson says that the Chehalis River is also a great river for learning about fishing, and guides often take people here as an introduction to river fishing.

Then there is the iconic Fraser River, which Bisson says is generally one of their boat access locations. Because of its size, while people can and do fish from shore in places, a boat allows the guides to access places that are more out of the way.

Anglers can fly fish on the Fraser River, especially for pink salmon, but it can be a little harder to navigate with a fly. Conditions can change quickly, and it can be somewhat murkier than the Harrison River, but it’s also a good challenge. BCSFG guides are adept at helping anglers meet that challenge and then some, and can take guests to the places “where you’ve got more room to breathe, and you’re not shoulThe water is always clean, as it’s der-to-shoulder with everyone filtered by Harrison Lake, which else.” is hundreds of feet deep and glahat said, the BC Sportfishing cier-fed. The water is turquoise, Group can take anglers to clear all year,” Bisson notes. all sorts of fishing spots, and if “There’s only boat access to the they’re not guiding to a particular Harrison River. The lake is huge, location, they can still set anglers and from there to the Fraser Riv- up for fishing on some of the er, there’s no shore fishing. It’s other local lakes. If trout is what not a walk-and-wade type of riv- you’re after, there are several er. The boat access is great, and great lakes right around Harrison we take people on eco tours as Hot Springs Resort and Spa.

Anglers are definitely getting more excited about sturgeon fish- well. There are petroglyphs, and ing as well, as the sport catches it’s one of the largest areas for bald eagles in North America.” on.

The Harrison River also tends to As for salmon, the Harrison Riv- be ideal for fly fishing because of er, is world-class fishing. It’s one the water clarity. of the only rivers to experience runs of all five types of salmon, On the other hand, the Chehalis including pink salmon, which River is perfect for shore fishing.

“It’s smaller, and parts of it are run in odd-numbered years. wadeable. You can walk long “The Harrison River is a twenty stretches on the trails and fish kilometre long outflow from Har- from shore. We do guided walkrison Lake to the Fraser River. and-wade tours here. The Che-

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Of course the biggest is Harrison Lake, and Bisson says that there are excellent opportunities for cutthroat. “It’s also nice for people who are new to fishing. We take people out for fly fishing or use spoons or other gear for the cutthroat. The lake is awesome.”

Bisson adds that lakes such as Errock, Hicks and Trout Lake are good for trout fishing, and have the added benefit of being close to the resort.

Hicks Lake 125 Hectares (309 Acres)

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icks Lake is one of three great trout lakes in Sasquatch Provincial Park, along with Deer and Trout Lakes. Hicks and Deer Lakes can accommodate boaters, while Trout Lake is suitable for belly boats. With cutthroat, rainbows, and whitefish to choose from, there is enough choice to keep anglers interested for many trips.

Hicks Lake also has enough structure to provide great habitat for the trout, offering several places for anglers to explore. Try trolling around the islands in the north end, or near the creeks on the southeast side.

When going after cutthroat trout, use flies with good action, such as a leech or carey pattern. These patterns can be fished with a cast and retrieve method while anchored, or by trolling. Preferred locations are at creek mouths.

Hicks Lake is deep enough to resist the summer doldrums. At the same time, the shallows are excellent places for early and late season jaunts.

Because it’s popular with other recreational users, anglers may have their best success in early spring.

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Hicks Lake is stocked with rainbow trout, and in 2016, the BC Freshwater Fisheries Society released 1,500 fish into the lake.

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rom Abbotsford follow Highway 7 to Harrison Hot Springs, then follow the signs through the village and Green Point.

The BC Parks website notes that there have been several improvements to the campgrounds and day-use areas as of March, 2016.

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Lafarge Lake 5 Hectares (13 Acres)

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afarge Lake is a great place for beginners and young anglers. It is conveniently located in Coquitlam and boasts high catch rates, just two of many reasons to visit this lake.

You can be assured of great fishing most of the year. The heat of the summer can challenge many, and in shallow lakes such as Lafarge, the best fishing can be spring and fall. Thankfully the lake is usually open year-round, so angling opportunities are increased.

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with little effort. A simple cast LAKE ACCESS with a slow, varied retrieve can orth of Coquitlam Centre be enough to interest the trout.

Mall, Lafarge Lake is located Similar to kokanee, trout in urban at 1299 Pinetree Way in the lakes can be interested in red krill Town Centre Park. fished near the bottom.

A paved pathway circles There are carp in Lafarge Lake, the lake. There is a sandy and this challenge can reward beach area on the north patient anglers. Working on this side. The south side is species, anglers will want to know rockier, though still that carp tend to “try out” their accessible. prey before they commit. When a carp goes after your fly or lure, you’ll want to be ready.

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Lures and flies are both productive Catchable sized trout are stocked here, and anglers can be rewarded regularly in Lafarge Lake, and this is also the site of frequent family fishing events. In June, for Family Fishing Weekend, head out to local lakes for great opportunities to introduce the kids or grandkids to a fabulous pasttime. It’s lots of fun and prizes are awarded. For more information visit

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The Freshwater Fisheries Society also stocks many lakes in the province with fish. Check out the stocking tables, included at the end of this guide.

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Mill Lake 18 Hectares (44 Acres)

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estled in the heart of Abbotsford, Mill Lake offers some great fishing. It’s heavily stocked, and is home to a diverse assortment of fish.

Rick Passek, author of The Freshman Flyfisher, and The Freshman Flyfisher’s Guide to Insects, says that besides its perfect location, Mill Lake is popular because it is a true year-round fishery. The huge, stocked rainbow trout prefer the cooler water. As the water warms, the bass, pumpkinseed and crappie start to pick up.

Passek says that just about anything works for Mill Lake. There is such a wide variety of fish in the lake that the fishing is excellent.

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“Mill Lake is perfect,” he says. “It’s easy to launch small boats, the fish are huge and it’s the ideal place to get parents out fishing with their kids.” Passek advises that the south end where it’s weedy is a great place to start if you’re in a boat. Another good place is the southwest side if you’re shore fishing.

There’s a lot going on at Mill Lake, and chances are you can hook into a derby or a kids’ fishing demonstration while you’re there. The BC Freshwater Fisheries Society hosts Kids’ Learn to Fish programs there in the summer. Also, in the late fall, there’s a Loch-Style Fly Fishing competition held at Mill Lake each year.

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rom Exit 92 off Hwy 1 follow Highway 11 (Sumas Way) north for just over one kilometre to South Fraser Way on the left (west). Turn here and follow for nearly three kilometres to Ware Street.

Turn left (south) onto Ware St., then turn right (west) onto Bourquin Cresent less than a kilometre from the turnoff.

Mill Lake Road is about half a kilometre along Bourquin Crescent on the left (southwest). Follow this road to the parking lot and boat launch.

A pathway runs around the lake and there are picnic tables available.

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hey are back!” exclaims Lucy Archbold, resident, angler, and former owner of John Henry’s Marina in Pender Harbour. After several years of lacklustre fishing the salmon are back, and the signs are good that it will be a banner year.

Earlier in 2015, the local Rotary club set up herring curtains at Bargain Harbour and Baker’s Beach, with great results.

“The roe on kelp was really good, so hopefully that brings salmon back,” says Archbold.

Pender Harbour and the Sunshine Coast offers great fishing all year. Ling cod, rock cod, snapper, mussels, oysters and clams are only a few of the fishing opportunities. Of course, salmon are one of the main draws.

Migratory Chinook begin to make their appearance in late spring, and fish well through to the fall. There are “feeder” Chinook present even right through the winter.

Coho salmon also fish well through the summer months, from June to September.

Northern Coho are a fall fish, available in September and October.

At the same time, Pink and Sockeye salmon will be around from mid-August to mid-September, and Chum in September and October.

Anglers in Pender Harbour use a unique method of fishing for salmon. It’s called “mooching,” and as the name implies, it involves “mooching” off of the bait fish.

BritishColumbia.com describes it this way: “we don’t use a cut plug or troll for the salmon...we mooch. This means that we locate the schooling bait fish off reefs and kelp beds with sounders, and anchor the vessel over the bait fish, using live herring, the natural food of the salmon.”

There are a number of places that are popular fishing destinations in the area.

Moochers can try Bargain Bay, Daniel Point Fearny Point and Agamemnon Channel at Sakinaw Lake.

Bjerre Shoal and Quarry Shoals are known as very productive fishing grounds for trolling.

The fishing in recent years has bounced back to the point where Archbold had to refurbish their cleaning table to support the influx of freshly caught fish.

“We just let our fish table deteriote because there wasn’t any fish, [but] last year we had to revamp the fish cleaning table.

There were quite a few [fish],” says Archbold, adding “there was a 20.5 pounder just caught.”

A fun activity is to try your hand at spot prawning. Fishing charter companies can take you out to set, and later to pull, the

prawn traps. Prawning can be a good way to learn about different types of fishing.

As a bonus, you get to keep what you catch.

One of the best parts about fishing Pender Harbour is that the area is relatively protected. You can fish on the ocean without some of the fog and high swells that the open ocean is subject to.

No matter what type of fishing you’re after, it’s a really good idea to hire a guide or take a fishing charter. It’s easy to get lost on your own, and a guide can help your fishing time be as productive as possible.

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ender Harbour is named after Daniel Pender, a Royal Navy Staff Commander who surveyed much of the coast between 1857 to 1870. The towns of Garden Bay, Medeira Park, Irvine’s Landing, and Kleindale make up Pender Harbour area.

Before Eurpoeans arrived, the area was the primary winter home for the Shishalh Band. However a small pox epidemic in 1865 forced the surviving members to relocate to Sechelt.

For more background on Pender Harbour history, visit www.penderharbourheritage.ca.

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Rice Lake 7 Hectares (18 Acres)

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ice Lake is located in Vancouver at the foot of the North Shore mountains in the Seymour Demonstration Forest.

This small lake offers the perfect opportunity to teach your children how to fish. From the parking lot in the Seymour Conservation Reserve, the lake is a short walk on a good trail. Surrounded by nature, it is easy to forget you are but a stone’s throw from a large metropolitan area.

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on Rice Lake, so the dock is the best spot. Shore fishing is also good. BC Freshwater Fisheries Society advises that the trees are pretty tight around most of the lake, so fly fishing from shore isn’t ideal. Bottom fishing with bait can be the best way to shore fish.

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From Vancouver, head north to Capilano College along Lillooet Rd. Go past Capilano College and the cemetery, and follow the signs into the Seymour Conservation Reserve. Continue along the gravel road 4 km to the Rice Lake gate checkpoint. Parking is at the north end of Lillooet Rd.

Bait fishing works well here, and worms are good choices, as are shrimp. Fish the bait under a float, or suspended off the botOne of the best starting points is tom. Master angler Brian Chan the floating dock on the southeast advises that for beginners, even a end. Boat fishing isn’t allowed bobber and worm setup can be a great way to start.

The fishing is good in Rice Lake all year, though early season is best.

Please check out the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations for quota information. Rice Lake is stocked with catchable-sized trout, usually in both the spring and fall.

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ay-use facility only. Some of the facilities offered are washrooms, picnic tables and a covered gazebo. A fish dock, located on the southeast corner of the lake, is specially designed for wheelchair access.

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ishing in Sechelt on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia is nothing short of exceptional. From Davis Bay to Thormonby Island, including Sechelt Inlet, there are a handful of hotspots that shouldn’t be missed.

“Epsom Point is the meat and potatoes of fishing on the Sunshine Coast,” says Josh Romer from Trail Bay Source for Sports.

“Guys will troll back and forth along that shelf, right where it drops off.”

This spring, the fishing has been exceptional, part of a longer term trend that is making the Sunshine Coast a great destination for ocean fishing.

“Guys are starting to catch winter spring in Sechelt Inlet for the first time in a long time,” say Romer

“There are more seals every year, there are more whales every year, there is more bait fish every year, and there is more salmon.

To the north of Sechelt is a pop-

ular fishing area as well. Snakes Bay, Grey Creek and McLean Bay are popular because they are near the mouths of spawning areas. In the late summer months, these are great areas to fish.

Romer says the whole inlet offers great fishing opportunities, including Salmon Inlet and Narrows Inlet (further north on the map), where anglers can get into really good Ling cod and Snapper.

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pring Salmon provide a year round chase while Coho and Pink show up late Spring through to the beginning of Fall.

The time of year will determine best depths to fish, however, trolling from 80’ – 170’ usually produce best results…and always make sure you are hugging the bottom.

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and hoochies behind a green or chartruesse flasher are local favorites. Trolling anchovies or herring with similar color pattern teaser heads also works great. Change your color patterns to a darker pattern on overcast days or murkier water and brighter patterns on sunnier days and clear water.

Although not as common as trolling, mooching is also an effective way to catch Salmon on the Sunshine Coast. The 140g Mac Deep lure works great for both trolling and mooching.

Casting and fly fishing at the mouths of the numerous creeks and rivers in Sechelt during the late summer and early fall months most always produce incredible results.

As wild and hatchery fish return to spawn, they are found in abundance at the mouths of the creeks and rivers climatizing and/or waiting for rain to create higher water levels making their journey upstream possible.

Hot pink flies, Buzz Bombs and Rooster Tails are the lures of choice for the locals.

Lingcod, Snapper and Halibut are also a favorite to fish, with Sechelt Inlet producing some of the best results for Lingcod and Snapper. Locals are fairly secretive about their Halibut hotspots, but there have been rumors of Halibut being caught upwards of 100 pounds off the Trail Islands and Epsom Point.

Crabbing is good year round in Sechelt. In the summer months, and as the water gets murkier, the crabs will come into shallower water so look to be 20’ – 60’ deep. During the winter months as the water becomes clearer the crabs will move into deeper water, so look to set your traps anywhere from 50’ – 100’ deep.

During prawning season, which starts March 1st, best results are always found in and around 300’.

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he Vedder-Chilliwack is not two separate streams, as its name suggests, but simply a name change partway up the river.

A bridge crosses the river where it leaves the mountain valley and flows onto the Fraser River flood plain. Below the bridge the river is called the Vedder; above the bridge it is known as the Chilliwack.

Anglers usually refer to the whole fishing section simply as the Vedder. Above the Slesse Creek tributary the river is closed to fishing, and anglers refer to this section as the Chilliwack. No matter what you call it, the river is wonderful.

Without question, the Vedder-Chilliwack

is the most popular river on the Lower Mainland. It provides year-round recreation for hikers, kayakers and anglers. There are very few months that anglers can’t fish for something.

Winter steelhead start entering the Vedder in late November and continue to do so until May. In June, summer-run Chinook salmon start their migration up this stream. Most chinook are white-fleshed springs, and were introduced to the Vedder from stock taken from the Harrison.

Overlapping these runs are very late-running steelhead and very early-running chinook. In late September, coho salmon start running up

the Vedder along with fall-run chinook.

The coho fishing continues to get better until it peaks in late October. All the runs have been hatchery enhanced and it’s legally possible to keep hatchery fish. Besides salmon, there are rainbow and cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden char and Rocky Mountain whitefish.

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he Vedder has a long history of angling and many of its pools are named. Tesky’s Rock, at Vedder Crossing, was named after a local angler who fished it every morning in steelhead season. The Camp Run, just below Vedder Crossing, had a history of producing

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a large steelhead right at closing time during the famous Boxing Day derby. The Grenade Run was named after the Army’s testing area. Millers, Way’s Field, the Schoolhouse Run, the Dunbar Run, and the Boulder Hole are all favorite holding areas above Vedder Crossing.

A bridge crosses the river just above Tamahi Creek, and a gravel road follows the far side of the river downstream for 5 km from the bridge. There is a forestry campsite near Tamahi and many access trails to the river off the gravel road. From the paved roadside, much of the property is private and there are only a few access points.

F������ H���� 1. Canal 2. Pilings 3. Wilson Rd. 4. BC Electric Bridge 5. Bergman Rd. 6. Browne Rd. 7. Campground 8. Lickman Rd. 9. Peach Rd. 10. Kurtains 11. Camp Run 12. Boomsticks 13. Teskey’s Rock 14. Simpsons Pit

15. Trailer Park 16. Gun Barrel 17. Doctor’s Pool 18. Twin Cedars 19. Ways Field 20. End of the Road 21. Shellers 22. Bell Acres 23. Boulder hole 24. Boulders 25. Tamahi Pool 26. Tamahi Rapids 27. Hang Glider 28. Slesse Park

29. Slide Hole 30. Nickersons 31. Anderson Run 32. Allison Canyon 33. Fort Apache 34. Willows 35. Wash out 36. Cedar 37. Thurston Meadows 38. Butterfly 39. Borden Creek 40. Ranger Run 41. Cement Slab 42. Boundary Hole

NOTE: Above Vedder Crossing the river is a series of fast water runs and pools. There are many boulders and rapids, but no serious falls.

Write-up and fishing hole markers provided by Lee Blanchard

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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Whonnock Lake 45 Hectares (111 Acres)

10 metres (33 feet)

173 metres (568 feet)

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August 1979

Metres

honnock Lake is popular among Lower Mainland residents for a LAKE ACCESS variety of recreational pursuits, including swimming and canoehonnock Lake is located in Maple Ridge. From Lougheed ing. Anglers like it because it is stocked with catchable-sized trout each Highway, turn north onto 280th Street and continue for four km to year and has an excellent Black Crappie fishery. There are also cutthroat 112th Avenue, where you will turn left (west). Continue along this road trout in Whonnock Lake.

Graham St. on the right (north) which leads to Whonnock Lake Park.

Anglers targeting rainbows can try spoons in chrome and green colour Parking is available. combinations. Flies to try are an Elk Hair caddis or a Parachute Adams.

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Black crappie is another species of fish found in the lake, which means more fun for kids because these fish are easy to catch. You can start with a simple hook, worm and bobber, as crappie will readily take to worms.

Fly fishers can try small nymphs or wet flies. Lure fishers may want to try a jig and spinner combination, keeping the lures small.

These fish can often be found feeding in mid-depths, about a metre under the surface, near weedy areas. As the temperature rises, the fishing for this species gets better. Try fishing for black crappie later in the evening or early in the morning during their peak feeding times.

RECRUIT &

Cutthroat trout have been known to go after micro-leeches, and other very small flies. Try targetting the shallower sections of the lake. Reports on bcfishingreports. com note that Whonnock Lake produces well, when you find out what the fish are after, which can take some experimenting.

Whonnock Lake can be a great fly fishing lake if you have a float tube. You can also fish from the dock if it’s not crowded and if you have the space to cast.

Recruit members and qualify to win weekly Bass Pro Gift Cards*. Visit the “Contests” tab on anglersatlas.com for more information.

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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GENERAL RESTRICTIONS NO FISHING: in any lake in the UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest near Maple Ridge. Single barbless hook: must be used in all streams of Region 2, all year. See definition of “angle” and “streams” on page 96. Dead fin fish as bait: only permitted in Region 2 when sport fishing for sturgeon in the Fraser River, Lower Pitt River (CPR bridge upstream to Pitt Lake), Lower Harrison River (Fraser River upstream to Harrison Lake). See page 9 for details. Steelhead fishing in the Lower Mainland Region: Your basic licence must be validated with a Conservation Surcharge Stamp if you fish for steelhead anywhere in B.C. Please see page 7 for details. When you have caught and retained your daily quota of hatchery steelhead from any water, you must stop fishing that water for the remainder of that day. Protected Species: it is illegal to fish for or catch and then keep protected species. In Region 2, these include: • Nooksack dace • Salish sucker • Green sturgeon • Cultus Lake sculpin See page 10 of the 2017-2019 Freshwater Fishing Synopsis for details.

TIDAL BOUNDARIES ON RIVERS IN REGION 2 Note: Provincial freshwater regulations apply upstream of these boundaries and Federal tidal regulations apply downstream of these boundaries: Brunette R.: Burlington Northern Railway Bridge Campbell R.: Burlington Northern Railway Bridge Capilano R.: CN Railway Bridge Coquitlam R.: Mary Hill Bypass Bridge Fraser R.: CPR Bridge at Mission Kanaka Cr.: CPR Bridge Nathan Cr.: CN Railway Bridge Nicomekl R.: Burlington Northern Railway Bridge Pitt R.: CPR Bridge Serpentine R.: Burlington Northern Railway Bridge Seymour R.: CN Railway Bridge Squamish R.: a line running true west from the tip of the Squamish Dyke (“Windsurfer Spit”) Stave R.: CPR Bridge West Cr.: CN Railway Bridge Whonnock Cr.: CP rail line York Cr.: CP rail line

REGIONAL DAILY CATCH QUOTAS (See tables for exceptions) STREAMS include rivers, creeks and sloughs.

Trout/char: 4, but not more than • 1 over 50 cm (2 hatchery steelhead over 50 cm allowed) • 2 from streams (must be hatchery) • 1 char (bull trout, Dolly Varden, or lake trout) And you must release: • Wild trout/char from streams • All wild steelhead • Trout/char under 30 cm from streams (must be hatchery) Note: There is no general minimum size limit for trout in lakes Kokanee: 5 (none from streams) Whitefish: 15 (all species combined) Crappie: 20 Bass: 20 Largemouth White Sturgeon: catch and release only Crayfish: 25 Possession Quotas Possession quotas = 2 daily quotas Annual Catch Quotas Annual catch quota for all B.C.: 10 steelhead per licence year (only hatchery steelhead may be retained in B.C.) Daily & Annual Catch Quotas for Salmon Please refer to the NOTICE on page 4 of the 2017-2019 Freshwater Fishing Synopsis for Salmon Regulations.

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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 of the 2017-2019 Freshwater Fishing Synopsis) * Including tributaries  Wheelchair Accessible  Age Restricted Waters Note: New Regulations From one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise fishing is prohibited on portions of the Fraser, Harrison, and Pitt Rivers (see water specific tables for details) To find out the time of sunrise and sunset consult a local newspaper or the National Research Council of Canada website at http://www.nrccnrc.gc.ca/eng/ for a sunrise-sunset calculator.

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

2-7

No powered boats

ALOUETTE LAKE 

2-8

ALOUETTE RIVER *

2-8

ALPHA LAKE 

2-9

Bull trout (char) release No vessels in swimming areas, as buoyed and signed; Speed restriction (8 km/h) at S. end of lake, S. of a line drawn from the BC Parks boat ramp to signs on the E. side of the lake No Fishing Upstream of signs near Alouette River Corrections Branch No fishing Upstream of 216th St. (including North Alouette River), May 1-June 30 No powered boats on mainstem Electric motors only

ALTA LAKE 

2-9

ANDERSON CREEK* ANGUS CREEK ASHLU CREEK BEAR (MAHOOD) CREEK* BEAR LAKE BIG SILVER CREEK BIRKENHEAD LAKE BIRKENHEAD RIVER* BREM RIVER

2-4 2-5 2-6 2-4 2-18 2-18 2-11 2-11 2-13

BROTHERS CREEK*

2-8 2-8

BROWNING LAKE  BRUNETTE RIVER

2-8

BRUNETTE RIVER’S TRIBUTARIES BURNABY LAKE BURNABY LAKE’S TRIBUTARIES CALVIN CREEK CAMPBELL RIVER*

2-8 2-8 2-8 2-5 2-4

CAPILANO RIVER*

2-8

CEDAR LAKE CHAPMAN CREEK

2-2 2-5

CHEAKAMUS RIVER CHEAM LAKE

2-7 2-3

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No fishing Dec 1-Mar 31 Release all fish; bait ban, single barbless hook; speed restriction (12 km/h) No Fishing No Fishing Bait ban; release all steelhead No Fishing Upstream of 152nd St. (Johnson Road) No powered boats No fishing May 1-June 30 Bull trout (char) release Bait ban No Fishing from upstream edge of falls (1.5 km from river mouth) to a point 100 m downstream Bait ban* , May 1-Oct 31 No Fishing No powered boats No Fishing from Cariboo Dam to Cariboo Rd Release all steelhead No Fishing No powered boats No Fishing No Fishing No fishing upstream of 12th Ave; No Fishing between two white triangular fishing boundary signs downstream to pedestrian bridge at the foot of Stayte Road, Aug 15-Sept 30; No Fishing downstream of 12th Ave. Apr 1-June 30, No Fishing from 21:00 hours to 05:00 hours each day, Aug 1-Dec 31 No Fishing upstream of fishing boundary signs at footbridge situated approximately 100 m downstream of the fish fence; Bait ban, Aug 1-Oct 31; release all steelhead See Sumallo River No Fishing from the falls to 100 m downstream. The falls are located about 550 m upstream of the power line crossing.

Bait ban; release all steelhead No Fishing

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CHILQUA SLOUGH COGBURN CREEK* COQUIHALLA RIVER*

2-8 2-18 2-17

COQUITLAM RIVER

2-8

COMO (Welcome) LAKE CORBOLD CREEK COUGAR CANYON CREEK CRANBERRY LAKE CULTUS LAKE DAVIS LAKE

2-8 2-8 2-4 2-12 2-3 2-8 2-8

No Fishing including Brohm Creek No wild trout / char over 50 cm No Fishing No Fishing from signs at Chehalis Lake outlet to main logging road bridge 2.4 km downstream No fishing Downstream of main logging road bridge 2.4 km Downstream of lake, May 1-31 Hatchery steelhead daily quota = 1 No wild trout / char over 50 cm No Fishing upstream of and including Slesse Creek Downstream of Slesse Creek to Vedder Crossing bridge: (a) No Fishing May 1-June 30; (b) hatchery rainbow trout of any length 50 cm or less: daily quota = 4, July 1 - Apr 30 Downstream of Vedder Crossing bridge: (a) fly fishing only, bait ban, hatchery rainbow trout release (50 cm or less), and hatchery cutthroat release, May 1-31; (b) No Fishing June 1-30; (c) hatchery rainbow trout of any length 50 cm or less: daily quota = 4, July 1-Apr 30 Hatchery steelhead daily quota = 1 Speed restriction (8 km/h) No fishing May 1-June 30 Upstream of the entrance to the upper railway tunnel: (a) No Fishing Nov 1 - June 30; (b) fly fishing only, single barbless hook, and bait ban No Fishing downstream of the lower entrance to the lower railway tunnel, Apr 1-Oct 31 Trout/char (including steelhead) release and bait ban, downstream of the downstream entrance to the lower railway tunnel, Nov 1-Mar 31 (see map page 23 of the 2017-2019 Freshwater Fishing Synopsis) No Fishing at Othello Tunnels from the entrance to the upper tunnel to the exit of the lower tunnel; approximately 700m length No fishing Upstream of Mary Hill Bypass bridge, May 1-June 30 Hatchery trout daily quota = 2 (20-30 cm only), from Lougheed Highway bridge to Mary Hill Bypass bridge, July 1-Oct 15 No powered boats on parts Trout/char daily quota = 2 Bait ban No Fishing No powered boats No wild trout/char over 50 cm; No vessels on parts; speed restriction (5km/h) at north end, as buoyed and signed No powered boats Trout/char daily quota = 2; no powered boats

2-18

Electric motors only

2-6 2-4 2-8

Bait ban; release all steelhead No Fishing Engine power restriction - 7.5 Kw (10 hp); official name: Lake Errock

2-4 2-8 2-3 2-19

No Fishing Trout/char release; bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motors only No powered boats

2-4

Dead fin fish may be used for bait only when fishing for sturgeon (see p. 9 in the Provincial Regulations). No Fishing in the area bounded by a line commencing at a fishing boundary sign located at the eastern end of Landstrom Bar (Scale Bar) to a fishing boundary sign on the opposite bank of the river, thence to a fishing boundary sign at the southern end of Croft Island, thence to a fishing boundary sign on the nearest bank of the river in a westerly direction, thence following the bank of the river in a westerly direction to the Point of Commencement, May 1-Oct 31. No Fishing in the non-tidal portion of the Fraser River in Region 2 (upstream of CPR bridge at Mission) from one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise Boats less than 20m in length, under power or anchored, must not impede the passage of commercial vessels.

No fishing Oct 15-Apr 15 Electric motors only No fishing Nov 1-Mar 31 No powered boats

CHEEKYE RIVER* CHEHALIS LAKE CHEHALIS LAKE’S TRIBUTARIES CHEHALIS RIVER*

2-7 2-3 2-19 2-19

CHILLIWACK LAKE 2-4 CHILLIWACK / VEDDER RIVERS* 2-4 (Does not include Sumas River) (See map page 26 of the 2017-2019 Freshwater Fishing Synopsis)

DEER LAKE (Burnaby)  DEER LAKE (Sasquatch Park)  ELAHO RIVER ELGIN CREEK* ERROCK (“Squakum”) LAKE  FERGUS CREEK* FLORENCE LAKE FOLEY LAKE FRANCIS LAKE  FRASER RIVER

FROSST CREEK GARDEN BAY LAKE GOAT LAKE* GRACE LAKE  GREEN LAKE GREEN TIMBERS LAKE HARRISON LAKE HARRISON RIVER (from the Fraser River upstream to Harrison Lake)

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2-3 2-5 2-12 2-19 2-9 2-4 2-18 2-18

No fishing Dec 1-Mar 31 Release all fish; bait ban, single barbless hook; speed restriction on parts (10 km/h) and no towing on parts Trout/char daily quota = 2 No wild trout/char over 50 cm; Speed restriction (10 km/h) at south end, as buoyed and signed No Fishing from one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise, tributaries not included Dead fin fish may be used for bait only when fishing for sturgeon (see p. 9 in the Provincial Regulations) Speed restriction or no powered boats in small bays along the river as signed

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HASLAM LAKE HASTINGS CREEK * HATZIC LAKE* AND SLOUGH

2-12 2-8 2-8

HICKS LAKE  HOPE SLOUGH

2-18

Electric motors only No Fishing No fishing for Sturgeon in Hatzic Lake Speed restriction on parts (8 & 50 km/h) Engine power restriction - 7.5 Kw (10 hp)

2-8 2-5

Electric motors only Electric motors only

2-8 2-4 2-8 2-12

No Fishing No Fishing Upstream of 152nd Street (Johnson Road) Bait ban, Dec 1-Sept 30 No fishing Nov 1-Mar 31 *; single barbless hook, Apr 1-Oct 31 No cutthroat trout 40 cm or more; engine power restriction - 7.5 Kw (10 hp) No fishing Dec 1-Mar 31 Trout/char release; bait ban, single barbless hook See Wahleach Lake No fishing May 1-June 30 No Fishing from Cliff Park Falls to 112th Ave No fishing Dec 1-Feb 28 Kokanee daily quota = 4 Wild Trout/char daily quota = 2 (none 40 cm or more)*, hatchery rainbow trout (adipose fin removed with healed scar, see diagram on page 14 of the 2017-2019 Freshwater Fishing Synopsis) = 4, kokanee daily quota = 5; single barbless hook

HOTEL LAKE  HYDE CREEK HYLAND CREEK* INDIAN RIVER INLAND LAKE IVEY (Horseshoe) LAKE* 

2-11

“JONES” LAKE KANAKA CREEK

2-3 2-8

KAWKAWA LAKE

2-17

KHARTOUM LAKE

2-12

KLEIN LAKE

2-5

KOKOMO LAKE LAFARGE (Pinetree Gravel Pit) LAKE LEVETTE LAKE LIGHTNING LAKE (Manning Park) LILLOOET LAKE LILLOOET LAKE* & LILLOOET RIVER*

2-5 2-8 2-6 2-1 2-10 2-9

LILY (“Paq”) LAKE LITTLE CAMPBELL RIVER LITTLE LILLOOET LAKE LITTLE MUDDY CREEK LITTLE STAWAMUS CREEK * LIUMCHEN CREEK LOIS LAKE

2-5 2-4 2-10 2-1 2-8 2-3 2-12

LONZO (“Marshall”) CREEK*

2-4

LOST LAKE (near Whistler)  LYNN CREEK

2-8

MACLEAN PONDS MAMQUAM RIVER MARSH POND MARSHALL CREEK MASHITER CREEK MCCARTNEY CREEK* MCKAY CREEK* MCLENNAN CREEK* MIAMI CREEK

2-4 2-7 2-4 2-4 2-7 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-19

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Electric motors only;  Wheelchair accessible Electric motors only Trout/char daily quota = 2 Electric motors only No powered boats No wild trout/char over 50 cm Because regional quotas and gear restrictions are different in lakes and streams, please note: The channel between Lillooet Lake and Little Lillooet Lake is part of the Lillooet R. This channel starts at the southern end of Lillooet Lake where it is defined by the point of land on the west side and by a sign immediately across the channel and next to the main logging road on the east. Little Lillooet Lake’s lower boundary is approximately 1 km upstream of Billygoat Creek (see map on page 26 of the 2017-2019 Freshwater Fishing Synopsis and Little Lillooet Lake’s entry below) Trout/char release; bait ban, single barbless hook; electric motors only See Campbell River Trout/char release; single barbless hook No Fishing No Fishing No Fishing Downstream of the lower falls Wild Trout/char daily quota = 2 (none 40 cm or more)*, hatchery rainbow trout (adipose fin removed with healed scar) = 4, kokanee daily quota = 5; single barbless hook No fishing Feb 1-June 15 Trout/char only 20-30 cm in length may be kept;  Youth/Disabled Accompanied Water year round (see pg 5 in the Provincial Regulations) Electric motors only No Fishing between signs 200 m Upstream of and 150 m Downstream of Twin Falls Bridge*; bait ban (mainstem only) No Fishing Bait ban; release all steelhead No Fishing See Lonzo Creek No Fishing No Fishing No Fishing No Fishing Electric motors only

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MIKE LAKE 

2-8

No powered boats

MILL LAKE (Abbotsford)  MINNEKHADA MARSH MIXAL (Bear) LAKE MORGAN LAKE MORRIS LAKE MORRIS CREEK MOSQUITO CREEK* “ MOSS POTHOLE” LAKES

2-4

NATHAN (Beaver) CREEK* NELSON CREEK* NICOMEKL RIVER

2-4 2-8 2-4

NICOMEN SLOUGH

2-8 2-9

Trout/chardaily quota= 2;  Wheelchair accessible: paved path to dock with rails No Fishing Electric motors only Trout/char release; bait ban, single barbless hook Wild trout/char release; hatchery trout/char daily quota = 2 (none under 30 cm); electric motors only Electric motors only No Fishing No Fishing; unnamed pothole lakes all located east of the powerline and approx. 2 km east of Hicks Lake, 3 km south of Deer Lake and 1 km SE of Moss Lake No Fishing Upstream of 272nd Street (Jackman Road) No Fishing No Fishing upstream of 208th St. (Berry Road)*; No Fishing downstream of 208th St., Apr 1-June 30* No Fishing downstream of 208th St., from 21:00 hrs to 05:00 hrs each day* Aug 1-Dec 31 No angling from powered boats upstream of dyke gates, no towing on parts, speed restriction (15 km/h) Speed restriction on parts (8 km/h) Electric motors only

NITA LAKE  NOONS CREEK NORRISH (Suicide) CREEK NORTH ALOUETTE RIVER

2-8 2-5 2-8 2-19 2-19 2-8 2-18

2-8 2-8 2-8

NORTH LAKE PARTINGTON CREEK PAQ LAKE PHELIX CREEK* PITT LAKE

2-5 2-8 2-5 2-11 2-8

PITT RIVER *

2-8

POWELL LAKE*

2-12

RICE LAKE (NorthVancouver)  RODGERS CREEK* ROLLEY LAKE  ROSS LAKE

2-8 2-8 2-8 2-2

No Fishing Upstream of railway bridge * No fishing May 1-June 30 No fishing Upstream of 216th St. (Fifth Ave), May 1-June 30* No powered boats Electric motors only No Fishing See Lily Lake No Fishing No wild trout/char over 50 cm. North of boundary signs (on the E. and W. shores) near the head of the lake: wild trout/char release and single barbless hook No Fishing within Garibaldi Park; speed restriction at Grant Narrows (10 km/h) Bait ban upstream of Pitt Lake No Fishing in the Lower Pitt River (CPR bridge upstream to Pitt Lake) from one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise (tributaries not included) No fishing Nov 1-Mar 31 No powered boats in One Mile Bay Trout/char daily quota= 2;  Wheelchair accessible: excellent path system; see gate attendant for access No Fishing No powered boats No Fishing Nov 1-June 30 Native char release (bull trout and Dolly Varden), trout daily quota = 1 (none under 40 cm), brook trout daily quota = 5; bait ban; single barbless hook.

Note: Boundary between Ross Lake and Skagit River is marked by signs No Fishing from Ruby Lake to signs 100 m downstream No Fishing in the outlet bay within 100 m of the head of Ruby Creek Wild cutthroat trout daily quota = 2 (none 40 cm or more) No fishing easterly of a line drawn from a boundary sign located at the north side of the Sakinaw Lake boat launch southwesterly to a boundary sign located at 49o 41.50’N and 123o 58.45’W, Nov 1-Dec 31 No fishing in “Bear Bay”, easterly of a line drawn from a boundary sign located at 49o 40.05’N and 124o 02.13’W due south to a boundary sign on the opposite shore, Nov 1-Dec 31 Kokanee release No Fishing Upstream of 232nd St. (Livingstone Road)

RUBY CREEK* RUBY LAKE

2-5 2-5

SAKINAW LAKE

2-5

SALMON RIVER* SARDIS PARK POND

2-4 2-4

SASAMAT LAKE  SAYRES (Cedar) LAKE

2-8

 Youth/Disabled Accompanied Water year round (see page 5 in the Provincial Regulations) No powered boats, May 1-Sept 30; electric motors only, Oct 1-Apr 30

2-8 2-18

Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook; electric motors only Electric motors only

2-11 2-8 2-4

No Fishing No Fishing No Fishing Upstream of 168th St. at Bothwell Park * No fishing Downstream of 168th St. at Bothwell Park, Apr 1-June 30*” Downstream of 168th St. at Bothwell Park: no fishing only from 21:00 hours to 05:00 hours each day,* Aug 1-Dec 31 No angling from powered boats Upstream of dyke gates

SCHKAM (Lake Of The Woods) LAKE SCOTIA CREEK* SCOTT (Hoy) CREEK* SERPENTINE RIVER

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SEYMOUR RIVER* SHOVELNOSE CREEK* SILVERHOPE (Silver) CREEK*

2-8 2-6 2-2

SILVER (Silverhope) LAKE SKAGIT RIVER * (boundary between Skagit River and Ross Lake is marked by signs) SOUTH ALOUETTE RIVER SQUAMISH POWERHOUSE CHANNEL SQUAMISH RIVER SQUAMISH RIVER’S TRIBUTARIES

2-2 2-2

STATLU CREEK* STAVE RIVER STAWAMUS RIVER STRAWBERRY SLOUGH SUMAS RIVER SUMALLO RIVER* (includes Cedar Lake, at Sunshine Valley) SWELTZER CREEK * TAILLEFER CREEK TAMIHI CREEK

2-19 2-8 2-9 2-8 2-4 2-2

TROUT LAKE (Sasquatch Park)

2-18 2-5

No Fishing downstream of Seymour Lake No Fishing No fishing Upstream of Silver Lake, Nov 1 - June 30 No Fishing from Silver Lake to the bailey bridge situated 8 km Upstream of Hwy #1 Upstream of Silver Lake, fly fishing only and bait ban, Nov 1 - June 30 Bait ban Downstream of bailey bridge situated 8km Upstream of Hwy #1 No Fishing Dec 1-April 31; Release all fish; bait ban, single barbless hook No fishing Nov 1-June 30 Release all fish; bait ban Note: boundary between Skagit River and Ross Lake is marked by signs See Alouette River Bait ban; Squamish River tributary located upstream of Ashlu Creek Bait ban; release all steelhead* All tributaries No Fishing EXCEPT: Ashlu Creek, Cheakamus, Elaho and Mamquam Rivers, and the Squamish Powerhouse Channel No Fishing No fishing in the Ruskin spawning channel, from the inlet near the dam downstream to the boat ramp crossing Bait ban, Dec 1-Sept 30 Speed restriction on parts (8 km/h) Hatchery steelhead quota = 1 No fishing Nov 1-June 30 Bait ban No Fishing No fishing May 1-June 30 No Fishing Downstream of the falls 200 m upstream of Chilliwack River No fishing Upstream of the falls 200 m upstream of Chilliwack River, May 1-June 30 No powered boats Electric motors only

2-8 2-4 2-8 2-3

No Fishing See Chilliwack River No Fishing Trout daily quota = 4 (one over 40 cm)

2-3

No Fishing

WAUGH (WORM) LAKE 

2-5

Electric motors only

WEAVER LAKE AND CREEK* 

2-19

WEST LAKE

2-16 2-8

No Fishing from fishing boundary signs at log booms on Weaver Lake downstream to where Sakwi Creek enters Weaver Creek Engine power restriction on Weaver Lake - 7.5 kW (10 hp) Speed restriction (12 km/h) No powered boats

2-8 2-8 2-19 2-19

No powered boats Speed restriction (5 km/h) No powered boats No powered boats

TROUT LAKE (Sechelt)  TWIN LAKES * VEDDER RIVER WAGG CREEK WAHLEACH (Jones”) LAKE  WAHLEACH (Jones”) LAKE’S TRIBUTARIES

WHONNOCK LAKE  WIDGEON CREEK WIDGEON SLOUGH WOLF LAKE WOOD LAKE 

2-8 2-6 2-6 2-6

2-3 2-11 2-3

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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ACE HIGH RESORT

info@acehighresort.com

(250) 456-7518

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ANAHIM LAKE RESORT

jam@lincsat.com

1-800-667-7212

www.anahimlakeresort.com

BARNEY'S LAKESIDE RESORT

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(250) 481-1100

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BIG CREEK LODGE

jhoessl@bigcreeklodgebc.com

(250) 394-4831

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BOWRON LAKE LODGE

BowronLakeLodge@shaw.ca

1-800 689 9025

www.bowronlakelodge.com

CARIBOO BONANZA RESORT

bonanza@bcinternet.net

(250) 395-3766

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CARIBOO COUNTRY INN & RANCH

howdy@cariboocountryinn.com

(250) 620-3434

www.cariboocountryinn.com

CARIBOO RIVERS FISHING ADVENTURES

mooring@uniserve.com

(250) 991-8114

www.caribooriverfishing.com

CHILCOTIN HOLIDAYS

adventures@chilcotinholidays.com

(250) 238-2274

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COTTONWOOD BAY RESORT

info@cottonwood-bay-resort.com

(250) 593-2345

www.cottonwood-bay-resort.com

CRAZY BEAR WILDERNESS LODGE

info@crazybearlodge.com

(250) 203-9937

www.crazybearlodge.com

CROOKED LAKE RESORT

info@crookedlakeresort.ca

(250) 404-0201

www.crookedlakeresort.ca

DEERHORN CREEK OUTFITTERS

info@deerhorn.ca

(250) 630-3509

www.deerhorn.ca

EAGAN LAKE RESORT

eaganlake@bcinternet.net

(250) 593-4343

www.eaganlake.com

EAGLE ISLAND RESORT

info@eagleislandresort.com

(250) 593-4301

www.eagleislandresort.ca

ELIGUK LAKE LODGE

eliguklakelodgeoutfitters@gmail.com

(250) 765-0111

eliguklakelodgeoutfitters.com

ELYSIA RESORT

rainbow@elysiaresort.com

(250) 243-2433

www.elysiaresort.com

ESCOTT BAY RESORT

escottb@xplornet.com

(250) 742-3233

www.escottbay.com

FAWN LAKE RESORT

holiday@fawnlakeresort.com

(250) 593-4654

www.fawnlakeresort.com

GUN LAKE RESORT

Guided Trips

AMENITIES

(250) 238-2326

KAYANARA GUEST RANCH & RESORT

info@kayanara.com

(250) 397-0224

KIMSQUIT BAY LODGE

info@fishtheswing.com

(971) 275-2269

www.kayanara.com www.kimsquitbay.com

KOKANEE BAY FISHING RESORT

kokaneebay@gmail.com

(250) 481-1130

www.kokaneebayfishingresort.ca

LOON BAY RESORT

info@loonbayresort.com

(250) 593-4431

www.loonbayresort.com

LOWER DEAN RIVER LODGE

info@lowerdean.com

(250) 982-0082

www.lowerdean.com

MARIGOLD FISHING RESORT

info@marigoldresort.com

(250) 459-2579

www.marigoldresort.com

MOOSE LAKE LODGE

mooslk@telus.net

(250) 742-3535

www.mooselakelodge.com

MOOSEHAVEN RESORT

moosehaven@telus.net

(250) 593-2300

www.moosehavenresort.com

MOREHEAD LAKE CABINS

moreheadlake@gmail.com

(250) 790-2323

NIMPO LAKE RESORT

info@nimpolakeresort.com

(250) 742-3239

www.nimpolakeresort.com

NORTHERN LIGHTS LODGE

info@nllodge.com

(877) 718-2200

www.nllodge.com

NORTHWOOD LODGE AND RESORT

info@northwoodlodge.com

(250)-396-7311

www.northwoodlodge.com

NUK TESSLI ALPINE EXPERIENCE

nuktessi@gmail.com

PARADISE BAY RESORT

park@sheridanlake.com

(250) 593-4643

www.sheridanlake.com

PEACEFUL COVE RESORT

rodlockhart@gmail.com

604) 807-6569

www.peacefulcoveresort.com

PONDEROSA RESORT PYNA-TEE-AH FISHING ADVENTURES/ ECOTOURS RAINBOW RESORT

ponderosa@bcinternet.net

(250) 397-2243

www.ponderosaresort.com

adventure@pynateeah.com

(866) 299-9100

www.ecotours-bc.com

stay@rainbowresort.ca

(250) 397-2422

www.rainbowresort.ca

REYNOLDS RESORT

reynoldsresort@yahoo.ca

(250) 397-2244

www.reynoldsresort.com

SHERIDAN LAKE RESORT

fish@sheridanlakeresort.com

(250) 593-4611

www.sheridanlakeresort.com

SILVERTIP LODGE

info@silvertipheliskiing.com

(778) 208-7044

www.silvertipheliskiing.com

SKI HI LODGE

skyhilodge@telus.net

(604) 537-3099

www.skyhilodge.ca

STEWART'S LODGE & CAMPS LTD.

fish@stewartslodge.com

(250) 742-3388

www.stewartslodge.com

TEN-EE-AH LODGE

info@ten-ee-ah.bc.ca

(250) 395-7302

www.ten-ee-ah.bc.ca

www.nuktessli.com

THOMPSON

CARIB O O CHILC OTIN C OAST

RESORT NAME

Cabins/Lodging

CARIB O O

Camping/RV

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Cabins/Lodging

Store/Tackle

PHONE

WEBSITE

1-250-476-1273

www.terranostra-guestranch.com

THE CHILKO EXPERIENCE

terranostra@terranostra-guestranch. com phil@chilkoexperience.com

1-888-865-7136

www.chilkoexperience.com

TSUNIAH LAKE LODGE

info@tsuniahlakelodge.com

(250) 392-5612

www.tsuniahlakelodge.com

TYAX ADVENTURES

fun@tyaxadventures.com

1-888-892-9288

www.tyaxadventures.com

TYLOS PARK LODGE AND ADVENTURES

tsylos@tsylos.com

1-800-487-9567

www.tsylos.com

WENDY WONG OUTPOST CAMP

always.1saat@gmail.com

(604) 207-8330

TERRA NOSTRA GUEST RANCH

ELK RIVER GUIDING COMPANY

info@elkriver.ca

(250) 423-7239

ISLAND LAKE LODGE

info@islandlakeresorts.com

1-888-422-8754

www.islandlakecatskiing.com

KIMBERLY RIVER FISHING COMPANY

info@kimberleyflyfishing.com

250-427-2278

www.kimberleyflyfishing.com

KOOTENAY WILD FISHING CHARTERS

richard@bckootenaywild.com

(250) 229-4725

www.bckootenaywild.com

REEL ADVENTURES

go-fish@shaw.ca

(250) 505-4963

www.reeladventuresfishing.com

ST. MARY ANGLER FLY SHOP LTD.

stmaryangler@gmail.com

(800) 667-2311

www.stmaryangler.com

NORTHERN B C

CARIB O O CHILC OTIN C OAST

EMAIL

KOOTENAYS

RESORT NAME

Equipment Rental

BABINE LODGE

info@babinelodge.com

(250) 697-2310

BABINE NORLAKES STEELHEAD CAMP

norlakes@gmail.com

(250) 847-2341

DAMDOCHAX RIVER LODGE

alicewilliams@damdocax.com

(250) 877-6075

www.damdochax.com

FINGER LAKE WILDERNESS RESORT

FingerLake@xplornet.com

(778) 785-1114

www.fingerlakeresort.com

FRONTIER FARWEST LODGE

info@bulkleysteelhead.com

(877) 846-9153

www.bulkleysteelhead.com

KISPIOX RIVER FISHING COMPANY

kispioxfishingco@hotmail.com

(250) 842 4055

www.kispioxriver.com

LAKES DISTRICT AIR AND FISHING

flying@ldair.ca

(250) 692-3229

www.LDair.ca

LAKES DISTRICT HUNTING LODGE LTD.

canada_unlimited@hotmail.com

(250) 698-7478

MOBERLY LAKE RESORT & MARINA

hhammer@pris.bc.ca

(250) 782-6425

NADINA LAKE LODGE

nadina@shaw.ca

(250) 695-6788

www. moberlylakemarinaandresort.ca www.loveburnslake.com

NECHAKO LODGE & AVIATION

info@nechakolodge.com

(250) 412-2665

www.nechakolodge.com

OOKPIK WILDERNESS LODGE

info@ookpiklodge.com

(250) 697-2502

www.ookpiklodge.com

PELLY PEAK WILDERNESS LODGE LTD

gelmgmt@shaw.ca

(250) 503-0060

SILVER HILTON STEELHEAD LODGE

brian@silverhilton.com

(250) 877-9252

STEELHEAD VALHALLA LODGE LTD.

jeff@sweetwatertravel.com

(250) 847-1806

www.steelheadvalhallalodge.com

SUSKEENA LODGE

sustutriver@gmail.com

(250) 566-1407

www.sustutriver.com

(250) 567-4929

www.tachicklakeresort.com

TACHICK LAKE RESORT

THOMPSON OKANAGAN

www.elkriver.ca

www.babinenorlakes.com

www.silverhilton.com

TETACHUCK WILDERNESS LODGE

info@tetachucklodge.com

(403) 799 4652

www.tetachucklodge.com

UPSTREAM ADVENTURES

info@upstreamadventures.com

250-635-2558

www.upstreamadventures.com

WOODLANDS FISH'N RESORT

info@woodlandsfishinresort.com

250-800-0400

www.woodlandsfishinresort.com

7 HALF DIAMOND RANCH

cabin@guestranchbc.com

(250) 378-2616

www.guestranchbc.com

AKEHURST LAKE FISHING RESORT

larryprovencal@shaw.ca

(250) 377-7615

ANU YOU RESORT

(250) 459-2232

www.anuyouresort.com

BARE LAKE LODGE

info@barelakelodge.com

BEAVER LAKE RESORT

info@beaverlakeresort.com

(250) 762-2225

www.barelakelodge.com www.beaverlakesresort.com

CAVERHILL LODGE INC.

marlene@caverhilllodge.com

(250) 672-9806

www.caverhilllodge.com

CHATAWAY LAKES RESORT

chataway2010@gmail.com

(250) 378-0105

www.chatawaylakes.com

CHUTE LAKE RESORT

info@chutelakeresort.com

(250) 493-3535

www.chutelakeresort.com

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RESORT NAME

EMAIL

Equipment Rental

PHONE

Store/Tackle

WEBSITE

CIRCLE 'W' HI HIUM FISHING CAMP LTD.

mbendzak@hotmail.com

(250) 373-2636

www.circlew.com

CORBETT LAKE LODGE

admin@corbettlake.ca

(250) 378-4334

www.corbettlake.ca

DEE LAKE RESORT

deelake@shaw.ca

(250) 212-2129

www.deelakeresort.com

DOUGLAS LAKE RANCH

reservations@douglaslake.com

1-800-663-4838

www.douglaslake.com

HEADWATERS FAMILY CAMP

headwatersbc@yahoo.ca

(250) 864 4486

www.headwatersbc.com

HI HIUM LAKE FISHING RESORT

hihiumlk@gmail.com

(250) 459-2306

HITCH'N RAIL

info@hitchnrail.com

250-578-7113

www.hitchnrail.com

IDABEL LAKE RESORT

info@idabellakeresort.com

(250) 765-9511

www.idabellakeresort.com

JOHNSON LAKE RESORT

info@johnsonlakeresort.com

(250) 434-4111

www.johnsonlakeresort.com

LAMBERTON'S KNOUFF LAKE RESORT

info@knoufflake.com

(250) 578-8155

www.knoufflake.com

LITTLE FORT FLY AND TACKLE

info@littlefort.com

(250) 677-4366

www.littlefort.com

MABEL LAKE RESORT

admin@mabellakeresort.com

(250) 838-6234

www.mablelake.com

MEADOW LAKE FISHING CAMP

meadowlake@xplornet.com

(604) 629-9860

www.meadowlakefishing.com

MILE HIGH RESORT

info@milehighresort.com

(866) 371-2606

MOOSE CAMP FISHING RESORT

moosecamp33@gmail.com

(250)674-3275

www.milehighresort.com www.moosecampfishingresort. com

NEHALLISTON FISHING LODGE LTD.

nehalliston@yahoo.ca

(250) 677-4209

POSTILL LAKE LODGE

postilllake@xplornet.com

(877) 623-6982

www.postilllake.com

ROCHE LAKE RESORT

(250) 828-2007

www.rochelake.com

250-706-2484

www.rockislandfishingcamp.com

1-250-706-9111

www.sprucewildernesslodge.com

STAR LAKE FISHING RESORT

info@rochelake.com RockIslandFishingCamp@Hotmail.

Com sprucewildernesslodge@hotmail. com starlake1999@yahoo.com

(250) 674-8494

www.starlakefishingresort.com

SUNNY SHORE FISHING RESORT

info@sunnyshore.ca

(250) 835-8686

www.sunnyshore.ca

SURREY LAKE FISHING RESORT

info@surreylake.com

(866) 523-9778

TEEPEE LAKES RESORT

info@teepeelakes.com

ROCK ISLAND LAKE FISHING CAMP SPRUCE WILDERNESS LODGE

www.surreylake.com www.teepeelakes.com

THUYA LAKES LODGE

info@thuyalakes.com

(250) 372-6867

www.thuyalakes.com

TUNKWA LAKE FISHING RESORT LTD.

paul@tunkwalakeresort.com

(250) 523-9697

www.tunkwalakeresort.com

WENDEGO LODGE

info@wendegolodge.com

(250) 819-1713

www.wendegolodge.com

(250) 459-2258

www.whitemooseresort.com

VANCOUVER COAST MTN

PITT RIVER LODGE LTD.

info@pittriverlodge.com

(800) 665-6206

www.pittriverlodge.com

BC SPORTFISHING GROUP LTD.

info@bcsportfishinggroup.com

(877) 796-3345

www.bcsporfishinggroup.com

BENT RODS GUIDING & FISHING CO.

fishing@bentrods.ca

(604) 794-5976

www.bentrods.ca

BON CHOVY FISHING CHARTERS

info@bonchovy.com

(604) 763-5460

www.bonchovy.com

ROBERTSON SPORTFISHING

owenrobertson@shaw.ca

(604) 617-6529

www.robertsonsportfishing.com

STS GUIDING SERVICE LTD

sts@guidebc.com

(604) 671-3474

www.guidebc.com

TROUT COUNTRY FISHING GUIDES

info@fishwhistler.com

1-888-363-2233

www.fishwhistler.com

VANCOUVER ISLAND

WHITE MOOSE RESORT

BEAR COVE COTTAGES SPORTFISHING

info@bearcovecottages.ca

(877) 949-7939

www.bearcovecottages.ca

BROWN'S BAY RESORT

marina@brownsbayresort.com

(250) 286-3135

www.brownsbayresort.com

HIDDEN COVE LODGE

hidcl@island.net

(250) 956-3916

www.hiddencovelodge.com

HOOK'N THEM UP FISHING CHARTERS

fishinguy007@gmail.com

855 805-3474

www.vanislefishing.com

NIMMO BAY RESORT LTD.

heli@nimmobay.com

(250) 956-4000

www.nimmobay.com

PENDER HARBOUR RESORTS

info@phrm.ca

1-877-883-2424

www.phrm.ca

RUGGED POINT LODGE

info@ruggedpointlodge.com

(250) 332-5220

www.ruggedpointlodge.com

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2016 Lower Mainland Fish Stocking Report Waterbody Name

Species

ALPHA

RB

ALTA

Released

Waterbody Name

Species

500

IVEY

RB

CT

350

LAFARGE

BROHM

RB

250

BROWNING

RB

BUNTZEN

Waterbody Name

Species

250

STACEY

RB

750

RB

10500

STAVE R

ACT

6224

LITTLE CAMPBELL R

ACT

7294

STAVE R

ST

22796

4500

LITTLE CAMPBELL R

ST

8342

STUMP

RB

500

RB

8200

LOGGERS

RB

500

TROUT

CT

1484

CHEHALIS R

ST

58009

LOOKOUT

RB

500

VEDDER - CHILLIWACK R

ST

122866

COMO

RB

6000

LOST

RB

1000

WAHLEACH

CT

2050

CROWSTON

CT

262

MIKE

RB

2150

WAUGH

CT

482

DEER

RB

2600

MILL

RB

14116

WEAVER

RB

6000

EDITH

RB

1000

MOSQUITO

RB

325

WHONNOCK

RB

1400

ELBOW

RB

400

NITA

RB

1500

WOOD

RB

500

FRANCIS

RB

500

RICE

RB

10000

FRASER R

ACT

ROLLEY

RB

4350

GRACE

RB

500

SANCTUARY POND

RB

4500

GREEN TIMBERS

RB

8000

SASAMAT

RB

3850

HARRISON R

ACT

6500

SCHKAM

RB

5500

HICKS

RB

1500

SEYMOUR R

ST

26738

HOTEL

CT

458

SOUTH ALOUETTE R

ST

25489

17430

Released

Released

Stock Species Codes: ACT CT RB ST

Anadromous Coastal Cutthroat Trout Coastal Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout Steelhead

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