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Arlington Lakes A

rlington Lakes are located south-east of Kelowna off of Highway 33. There are three lakes in this chain, all of which rainbow trout and perch.

Other successful lures for this lake include the Lyman Lure #80 and #30. They also have coloured lures that resemble perch—numbers #24 & #55.

“We fish the perch quite a bit because it’s great for the family,” says Rod Hennig, from Rodney’s Reel Outdoors. “The fish are easy to catch and it's close to town.”

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The rainbow trout are generally smaller, as they compete with the perch for food, says Hennig.

The trout are big enough that the perch don't usually go after them.

However both species go after the insects. As a result, the fish may not be as heavy as in a lake where there's no competition for resources.

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There is a small recreation site on the eastern shore of the lake, accessible with 2WD. The site has a cartop boat launch and 12 vehicle units for camping. Hennig notes that this site has been re-done in the past few years and that it's a great place to camp.

Generally, the perch range in size from 5 to 9 inches, and weigh less than a pound. These fish are fairly easy to catch and the high catch quotas for this species allow anglers to catch enough for a good meal.

Those targeting rainbow trout may want to use a size 1 Lyman lure. Pink and black are good colours, says Hennig, though of course it's helpful to experiment.

Try a #98 or #162, which are a couple of his go-to lures. A #44 is a popular standard.

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ardolph Lake is a small lake east of Vernon with lots of rainbow trout to catch. The lake has been stocked every year since 1968 and usually with fall fry. In 2013, 1,500 trout were stocked here.

Early spring is a great time to fish Bardolph Lake, and the ice is usually off fairly early. Nick Pace, owner of Trout Waters Fly and Tackle in Kelowna, recommends bloodworms and chironomids early in the season. Using a bobber (strike indicator), fish these fly patterns in about 16 to 18 feet of water with the fly dangled less than a foot off the bottom.

Other popular fly patterns include micro-leeches and dragonfly nymphs, says Pace. Lure fishers may want to troll with standard gear such as Willow Leafs and Wedding Bands.

A good spot to start is directly out from the recreation site. The northwest side of the lake can be weedy, providing great trout habitat. Shoal areas are other good places to concentrate and can be particularly rewarding here.

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rom Kelowna, follow Highway 97 north to Vernon and turn right (east) onto Highway 6. Continue for roughly 20 kilometres to Coldstream Creek Road on the left (north). Follow this road about 3 km to a crossroad and turn right (east) taking you across Coldstream Creek.

kilometre from the crossroad turnoff. Beware: there are numerous side roads enroute to the lake which make it easy to get lost. We suggest getting a good map of the area before heading out. The road is very bumpy but Pace says it is accessible by most 2WD vehicles.

There is a small recreation site on the northern shore of the lake.

There is a cartop boat launch and space for a few tent pads.

The turnoff to Bardolph Lake is on the right (south) about one

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Boss and Davis Lakes lore. Fishing can be consistent all season. Early spring is not as busy, while early summer and then again in the fall the fishing can be best. These are popular lakes and the campgrounds fill up quickly.

Fishing derbies are a common occurrence during the summer months.

Shore-fishing is best accomplished from the recreation site on Davis Lake. Small spinners or a worm and bobber are easy gear.

Try trolling the south end or work along the shoals on the east side.

Try a Panther Martin or a Flatfish.

Fly fishing can be beautiful on these lakes, particularly in the early summer months. Anchor along the shoals and try some dry flies.

Bring the trout to the surface with a Mikulak Sedge, a Tom Thumb or an Elk Hair Caddis.

Evenings are productive for these flies. In the shallow bays, cast a damselfly nymph.

The north section of Boss Lake offers great fly fishing. Leeches are especially useful to have on hand.

On Davis Lake, the shoals are ideal for a variety of nymph patterns. When fishing with chironomids or blood worms, venture into the deeper sections of both lakes.

This can prove to be helpful in hot weather conditions.

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rom Kelowna, take Hwy 97C towards Merritt; turn left (south) onto Kane Valley Road.

Proceed approximately 9 km and turn left onto Voght Valley Road.

This is a gravel logging road; use caution while driving.

Recreation sites are located at both lakes. Davis Lake has a 48-vehicle unit site on grassland and is surrounded by Douglas Fir forests.

There are two boat launches on the east side of Davis Lake. Boss Lake has 13 semi-open campsites.

Boat launches are located in the south east corner and at the north end. Both lakes are 2WD accessible.

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Dee and Island Lakes N

ortheast of Kelowna lies a chain of lakes famous for fly fishing. Dee and Island Lakes are at the top of this chain, near the headwaters, and are followed by Deer, Crooked, and then Beaver lakes.

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Dee Lake Resort, at the north end of the lake, has been in operation for more than 75 years. Promoted as the “Okanagan’s Heritage Resort,” it operates as a fishing resort and a family destination.

The lake is stocked each year and in 2013, 30,000 rainbow trout were released. The standard patterns work well—Doc Spratleys, Tom Thumbs in the evening, and black leeches.

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The key ingredient is a hint of red, though Dee Lake is a good place to experiment with different colours and patterns.

One such pattern is a Pumpkinhead. Try fishing this pattern on slow days if the bite is off. This is also a good time to try some general searching patterns such as a chironomid larva.

Many other lakes in the area are productive fly lakes and it’s well worth taking some time to explore the area. A short drive from the resort yields several lakes, including Swalwell, Oyama and

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rom Kelowna, head north along Highway 97 to Winfield and turn right (east) onto Beaver Lake Road. Follow this road for about 25 km to the west shore of Island Lake.

Along the west shore of Island Lake is a recreation site with 15 vehicle units and a boat launch.

The resort is located a few kilometres past the rec site, along the north shore of Dee Lake. There is a convenience store at the resort, offering supplies and great fishing advice.

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22,000 trout were stocked in are boat rentals and a grocery store. They are open from May Most of the trout are in the 12- Echo Lake. to 14-inch range, with several NOTE: The map shows a maxi- 1 to October 31, and they have reported up to three pounds. But mum depth of 164 feet, but a no-pet policy. To learn more the Gerrard rainbow trout go to Boucher says the lake has a about the resort, call toll-free at 1-877-547-6434, or visit their over 10 pounds and some more maximum depth of 220 feet. website: than 12 pounds.

Have a look at the Angler’s Black is a great colour for Echo Atlas and follow your favourite EchoLakeFishingResort.com Lake. The 16 pound Gerrard lakes and Experts. This feature was fished with a black Apex. allows members to be notified Other types of lures such as a whenever new information is Willow Leaf or Ford Fender are posted to their favourite lakes. most popular, Boucher adds.

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neas Lake Provincial Park, west of Kelowna, contains four small headwater lakes. The lakes are located at moderately high elevation and generally remain good to fish throughout the season, even during the warm summer months.

Most common fly patterns work well on these lakes. Dry fly fishing is a good mid-summer choice, and anglers can try Tom Thumbs and small midges.

Lure fishers can try trolling L y m a n Lures.

A size 1 would be a good choice.

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The last known stocking occured in Island Lake in 1989, with the release of 2,000 fall fry rainbow trout.

Trout are usually in the 2 pound range. These lakes are consistent producers and can reward patient anglers. When water levels are high, Eneas and Little Eneas Lakes form one lake.

The Angler’s Atlas web page for Eneas Lake is a great place to post your tips, videos and map markers. Visit anglersatlas.com/lakes/552.

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rom Kelowna head west to Peachland and turn onto the Munro Forest Service Road. Follow this road for about 20 kilometres.

The road to Eneas Lake has been deactivated and requires a 4WD vehicle. Bringing a chainsaw is a good idea, as the road is not maintained. Island Lake is a hike-in lake, not accessible by vehicle.

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Hidden Lake H

idden Lake, in the hills east of Enderby, is a low elevation lake with a decent fishery. It is best early and late in the year.

The lake is subject to heavy angling pressures due to its easy access, but despite the pressure the rainbows here can be lunkers. Hidden lake is

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known to produce larger rainbows up to 4 kg. Most are much smaller, and range in the average size. Each year the Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C. stocks the lake with 15,000 triploid rainbow trout of the hard-fighting Pennask stock.

Chironomid fishing can be spectacular. The bays along the northwest side, and also on the south side, are your best bets.

With your fly hovering near the bottom, retrieve slowly.

The south end is also ideal as a shelter from the wind. As a bonus, there are nice shoals and drop-offs here, too.

If the fish are not on the shoals try the deeper water with blood leeches and Woolly Buggers.

The north and south ends of the lake produce well in early June with damselfly nymphs. Cast near the reeds, again with a very slow retrieve. Early summer can be a good time to try a sedge pattern as well.

luck on the north end, or right into the deeper sections. Troll a Willow Leaf or a Ford Fender with smaller gear such as an Apex or a small spinner. Get to the depths with lead core line, or anchor and cast into the reeds.

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idden Lake is located 24 km east of Enderby. In Enderby turn east off of Hwy 97A onto the road leading to Mabel Lake (Enderby- Mabel Lake Rd.). Proceed on this road for 9 km and turn south on Hidden- Shuswap Rd. This road will take you to a fork in the road, take the left fork and proceed to lake.

There are several camping options here, with three different recreation sites along the lake. The largest is on the east side. All have boat launches. A fee is charged from May 1st to September 30th.

Article based on material provided by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC.

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 133 Hectares (328 Acres) Maximum Depth • 46 metres (151 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 640 metres (2,099 feet) Survey Date • September 1973 Contour Units • Metres

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Idleback Lake I

dleback Lake, a small waterbody east of Penticton, is a great lake to take the family fly fishing.

It’s easy to access and has a good forest recreation site for camping.

While Idleback Lake can be a challenge, there are some tips that can help. Savas Koutsantonis of Trout Waters Fly and Tackle in Kelowna says that anglers may want to head straight across the lake from the campground and to the right, into the deeper sections.

can go through the summer doldrums when the weather is hot.

Try fishing the deep sections of the lake during this period.

There is an active stocking program on Idleback Lake, primarily using Pennask stocks, with 1,000 fish released each year. These fish are known for being aggressive, and are famous for their fight and jump.

Special regulations apply on Idleback Lake. Please consult Bloodworms, leeches and drag- the B.C. Freshwater Fishing onflies are standard patterns that Regulations before heading out. work well on this lake. In the To outfit yourself with the comspring, chironomids work real- plete gear for fishing Idleback ly well, says Koutsantonis, and Lake, drop by Trout Waters the lake has a good sedge hatch Fly and Tackle towards the end of June.

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rom Penticton, head east up the Carmi Road about 20 km to the Okanagan Falls Forest Service Road. Turn left (north) and continue for another six kilometres to Idleback Lake on the left (west) side. The forest recreation site has a gravel boat launch with thirteen campsites.

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 11.6 Hectares (29 Acres) Maximum Depth • 6 metres (20 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,440 metres (4,724 feet) Survey Date • June 1982 Contour Units • Metres

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There are interesting small bays and points to explore. Anglers should pack a couple of Tom Thumb flies for some great dry fly fishing.

The lake is most productive during spring and autumn. In the spring, anglers can try chironomids and shrimp flies. Other patterns that work well on this lake include sedges, leeches and larger nymphs.

Each year the lake is stocked with the Pennask strain of rainbow trout. This strain of fish is known for its aggressive behavior and famous for its fight and jump.

Generally, Pennask trout feed on Chironomid Pupae and Cladocernas, commonly known as water fleas. These fish prefer deeper water habitat, and forage for food in mid-waters.

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here are two main access roads to Jackpine Lake from Kelowna. Glenrosa Route: from the Highway 97 turnoff, follow Glenrosa Road and then Last Mountain Road for roughly 17 kilometres, to the turnoff to Jackpine Lake on the left (west).

The lake is about 5 kilometres from the turnoff.

Alternately, head across Lake Okanagan, turn right onto Westside Road and continue until Bear Creek Forest Service Road on the left (west), just past Bear Creek Park. Follow this road for about 25 kilometres to Last Mountain Road, turn left (south) and about two kilometres down the road is the turnoff to Jackpine Lake on

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 43 Hectares (106 Acres) Maximum Depth • 7.5 metres (25 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,326 metres (4,350 feet)

the right (west). There is a forest recreation site on the lake, which sports six vehicle campsites and a boat launch. The site can get busy on week-ends.

Survey Date • August 1965 Contour Units • Feet

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ewel Lake, north of Greenwood, is a popular fishing spot for anglers all over the province. Despite its small size, it produces large trout, and its cool, spring-fed water helps to ensure year-round consistency.

Fly fishing is a great way to fish Jewel Lake. The abundant insect and plant life in the lake offers anglers a lot of choice for fly patterns.

In the early season, chironomids are a good choice. Black and chrome are good colours to start with.

A Carey Special or a Doc Spratley in black, maroon or olive are also useful. Careys are good for trolling in the depths with a full sink line. At other depths, try short tugs in your retrieve.

Dragon and damselfly

nymphs are good later-season choices. Again, olive may work best.

The fishing in Jewel Lake is consistent all year, and the lake is stocked annually with both brook and rainbow trout.

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even mid-winter and the heat of summer don’t slow the bite.

Jewel Lake has been named one of the region’s family fishing waters. These are great places for children and beginners. The regulations are simple, and the lakes are easily accessible. Many of these lakes can be fished from shore or dock.

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Jewel Lake is best for small boats and float tubes. Please note that there is an engine power restriction of 10 hp, and a speed restriction of 8

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ewel Lake is located north of Greenwood along Highway 3.

From Greenwood, head north on Highway 3 and turn right onto Boundary Creek Road. From there, turn onto Jewel Lake Road. There are signs to Jewel Lake Resort, and to Jewel Lake Provincial Park along Lakeside Drive.

Jewel Lake Resort offers cabins and campsites, along with tackle, boat rentals and fishing licenses. Contact them at 1-877945-6500, or visit their website at jewellakeresort.com. Jewel Lake Provincial Park also offers camping, pit toilets, drinking water and a car top boat launch. The road to the resort and the park is paved and RV accessible.

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 74 Hectares (184 Acres) Maximum Depth • 23.7 metres (78 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,341 metres (4,400 feet) Survey Date • May 1969 Contour Units • Feet

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ighway 97 provides spectacular views as it winds along the western shore of Kalamalka Lake.

Its stunning appearance is matched by its exceptional recreational opportunities.

Fishing Regulations before fishing Kalamalka Lake.

Various boating restrictions are in place, and there is a daily limit of 2 kokanee.

There is a large shoal area at the southern end of the lake, which is an ideal place to cast. Another productive spot is on the east side near the rock walls.

Sandy Steinley, of Kenkraft in Vernon, says that Kalamalka Lake is great for rainbow trout. “Rainbows are great early in the spring. Try around the beach area.” Another good location is around the creek. He notes that in the past couple o f

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years, the rainbow trout fishery has really done well.

There are plenty of nutrients in the lake, which may explain the increase in productivity.

Steinley suggests that grasshoppers in the fall are good choices.

The train tracks near the lake have often driven grasshoppers into the lake, making them available as a food source for the trout. This normally unlikely food source may be a good choice for anglers targeting the trout.

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rom Kelowna, head north along Highway 97 towards Vernon. The highway meets the south-west corner of the lake about 30 km from Kelowna, and the park entrance is roughly another 10 km after that.

The park is located in a grassland area along a beautiful bay of Kalamalka Lake. There are 69 vehicle-accessible campsites, and a double lane, concrete boat launch.

There are campgrounds at the north and south ends of the lake as well.

Angler’s Atlas members have posted locations of boat launches on the web page for Kalamalka Lake at anglersatlas.com/lakes/933. Take a look, and post your own map markers, tips and photos. While you’re there, sign up to be notified whenever new information is posted on your favourite lakes. See anglersatlas.com for details.

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 2,590 Hectares (6,400 Acres) Maximum Depth • 142 metres (466 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 391 metres (1,284 feet) Survey Date • July 1959 Contour Units • Feet

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e e f e r Lake is set among the highlands of the Monashee Mountains, and avoids the summer doldrums common to many lower elevation lakes during July and August.

The rainbow trout are plentiful and range in size from one to two pounds. Try trolling a Willow Leaf with a small hotshot, or use Rooster Tails.

Some popular fly patterns are Doc Spratleys, Woolly Buggers, and chironomids. Troll or cast the Spratley and Woolly Bugger. Fish the chironomids off the bottom, using a strike indicator (bobber).

Orange, green and silver are good colours to try.

Keefer Lake is a great place from which to launch daytrips. There is a resort on the lake and a few kilometres down the road is Holmes Lake which has a forest recreation site for up to five vehicles.

Hikers can also appreciate the wilderness around Keefer Lake, with five mountain peaks in the area, including Yeoward, Monashee, Eureka, Inonoaklin,

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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 69 Hectares (171 Acres) Maximum Depth • 12.5 metres (41 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,362 metres (4,469 feet) Survey Date • June 1970 Contour Units • Feet

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Kentucky And Alleyne Lakes K

entucky Alleyne Provincial Park is well known for its picturesque setting, pristine campground and fishing in the clear cold waters for larger rainbows.

The park is situated between two kettle-formed lakes making it a photographer’s delight. The park is popular from ice-off through late October with activities such as hiking, cycling, swimming, camping and fishing.

by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C. with catchable-sized rainbows. The east pond had prior stocking but is hard to fish during low water years.

During the early season, fly fishing is great on the south end of Kentucky Lake. Chironomid fishing is best at this time, and again in the fall. Black Sallies and Chromies are popular patterns. Leeches and Woolly Buggers fished with a These lakes are good producers of full sink line at the drop offs can fairly large trout, and Kentucky produce well.

Lake is stocked with rainbows. Stick to the shoals with dry flies Both lakes are quite productive, in midsummer. The shoals at the and fairly deep. Trolling deep is north and north east end of Althe most common method of fish- leyne Lake are best with a daming these clear waters. Please note selfly nymph or leech at the drop the 7.5 Kw (10hp) motor restric- offs. tion on both lakes.

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sites, including one group campsite at the north end of Alleyne Lake.

The park provides picnic tables, pit toilets, potable water, firewood and numerous hiking trails.

There are boat launches at each lake within the park. Both can be poor during low water conditions.

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Elevation (ASL) • 994 metres (3,261 feet) Survey Date • July 1959/Aug 1951 Contour Units • Metres

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abel Lake is a long, deep lake east of Enderby. There are many types of fish in the lake, the most popular being salmon and rainbow trout.

Sandy Steinley of Kenkraft in Vernon, says that there are lots of opportunities in Mabel Lake. The salmon fishery is open in the late summer and early fall, and the rainbow trout all year.

“The rainbows aren’t huge, but they’re all over,” he says. Steinley suggests anglers going after the trout will want to situate themselves near the streams, because the salmon fry are there.

“Imitate the salmon fry. Light colour plugs in silver and white,” are good choices for lure colours.

Steinley also suggests that fly fishers can fish from shore, and that chironomids tend to do well in Mabel Lake.

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here are two primary access points to Mabel Lake, and several different recreation sites.

Access to the southern shore is along Highway 6 from Vernon to Lumby. Turn left (north) onto Mabel Lake Road.

Continue for about 30 km to the southern tip of Mabel Lake.

Mabel Lake Provincial Park is a few kilometres further along the road, and offers 81 vehicle accessible campsites, and there is a double-lane, concrete boat launch.

Further along the road are three recreation sites—South Cascade, Cascade Falls and Cottonwood Bay. All sites have car top When fishing for salmon, remem- boat launches, but only ber that there are two sets of regu- Cottonwood Bay has lations to consult— The Freshwa- vehicle accessible ter Salmon Supplement, published campsites.

by Fisheries and Oceans, and the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regula- An alternative route tions Synopsis, published by the to the lake is from Enderby, along another road called Mabel “It’s a big, clean lake, and it’s busy all summer, and people are catching fish,” he says. He also notes that there are burbot, whitefish and kokanee in Mabel Lake.

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Follow this road for 35 km to the Mabel Lake Resort and Airpark, at the town of Kingfisher.

The resort offers full services and facilities.

To get to Noisy Creek recreation site, turn left (north) onto a forestry road, about three kilometres before Kingfisher. This road follows Kingfisher Creek about 35 km to Noisy Creek Road on the right (east). Turn here, and the recreation site is located at the end of the road, about eight kilometres. The site can accommodate up to 55 vehicles/campers, is RV-accessible and has a boat launch.

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Osoyoos Lake O

soyoos Lake is known as one of the warmest freshwater lakes in Canada, and is surrounded by many beautiful beaches and picnic grounds.

Fishing Osoyoos Lake can be highly rewarding. Not only are bass present in the lake, but also rainbow trout and kokanee. Bass is the most popular sport fish on Osoyoos Lake.

When targeting bass, several different lures can prove successful. Frogs and minnows are worth a try, and chartreuse is a good colour to experiment with. Top-water kinds of lures can bring results.

Try a Lyman

plug, cast and reel back on top of the water.

If you’re in deep, try a Dick Nite.

Target areas of cover such as weeds and rocks. Cast to an opening in the cover with a lure that imitates a bug, minnow or frog.

Dark colours are good choices for cloudy days, and brighter colours or chrome can work better on

clear days.

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here are more than 50 waterbodies in B.C. that contain bass, including several lakes in the Okanagan. The West Coast Bass Anglers have identified four other lakes where you can fish for bass—Osoyoos, Skaha, Gallagher and Tugilnuit Lakes. Their website, wcba.ca, lists other lakes in B.C. as well.

Although these species are not native to B.C., they now reproduce naturally and have become part of many lakes’ aquatic ecosystems. However, there

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From Kamloops, take Highway 16 South to Highway 97 / 5A. Follow Highway 97 Princeton Highway for about 105 km. Take the exit for Penticton / Peachland / Osoyoos, and continue to follow the signs for Highway 97 to Osoyoos. Several accomodation options exist in the town of Osoyoos and around the lake. © The Angler’s Atlas

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 2,333 Hectares (5,765 Acres) Maximum Depth • 63.4 metres (208 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 279 metres (915 feet) Survey Date • August 1966 Contour Units • Feet

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Koutsantonis says fly fishing off of the shoals can be very productive, and says that the lake’s many small islands are ideal trout habitat. Fishing around the islands will shelter anglers from the wind.

12 km, to the turnoff into Oyama on your right (east).

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rom Kelowna, head north along Highway 97 for about

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Pinaus Lake P

i n a u s Lake is north of Kelowna, located a short drive past Falkland. The lake has good rainbow trout fishing, is well-stocked, and is a good lake for lure fishers.

For dedicated trollers, Rod Hennig, owner of Rodney’s Reel Outdoors, suggests trollers use a 2 to 3 foot leader on the end of a Willow Leaf and use a Lyman Lure #30, which looks like a little fish. "Trout see the feathery action of the willow leaf and then see a fish chasing it and go after the fish."

Hennig notes that Pinaus Lake is heavily stocked, partly in order to compete with the perch, which are not native to this lake.

Despite the competition from the perch, the trout can still be quite large. In 2013, 20,000 rainbow trout were stocked in Pinaus Lake.

Both the trout and the perch go after the insects, which means that resources are limited. Perch can be great for kids to target, because they are relatively easy

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Into May, fly fishing for trout begins in earnest. Hoglund reccommends a ‘52 Buick or black Doc Spratley. Gear fishers should try silver colour combinations, particularly into June and July. She also suggests that shrimp and worms are usually great bait choices.

The Hoglunds maintain a fishing report page on their website, with up-to-date tips for fishing gear.

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Pinaus Lake is about nine kilometres along Ingram Road, emerging at the western end of the lake. There is a second access road to Pinaus Lake, along Old Pinaus Road, but it is not maintained and requires 4WD. Pinaus Lake Resort is located at the west end of the lake, and has eleven rustic cabins. To find out more about the resort, visit their website www.PinausLake.com.

There is a recreation site a few kilometres along the road. It has capacity for 25 vehicles, and has a boat launch. Site is accessible by 2WD.

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ostill Lake offers a unique fly fishing experience. Not only is the fishing fantastic, but the easy access to 5 other lakes makes this an ideal location from which to base a fishing trip.

It’s also close to Kelowna, which means it’s easy to get to for a quick morning outing or a weekend away. The lake is packed full of brook and rainbow trout, and its bays and shoals make for ideal

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Cory Goldfinch of Postill Lake Lodge says that small lures such as flatfish or Lyman lures seem to work best. “The fishing is great,” she says. “Our fish range from 8 to 15 inches and are pretty easy to catch.”

Until 2004, Postill Lake was stocked with brook trout. Since 2009, the lake has been stocked with rainbow trout.

Fly fishing on Postill Lake is fabulous, too. Early in the season, Goldfinch suggests anglers try mosquitoes around mid-June, and mayflies soon after.

As the summer heats up, Spratleys, Grizzly Kings and Golden Pheasants are productive.

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Postill Lake Lodge offers campsites, cabins, cottage and boat rentals on Postill Lake, as well as a cabin on Twin Lake to the south.

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ose Valley Lake is a short drive west of Kelowna offering excellent rainbow trout fishing during spring and autumn.

For fly fishers, a 52 Buick is one of the better patterns to use, says Savas Koutsantonis of Trout Waters Fly and Tackle, adding that chironomids in spring and summer are productive.

Rose Valley Lake is a great family fishing lake. It is walkin access only, however the walk is an easy 10 minutes.

Koutstantonis says that the shore fishing is excellent, a great place for kids to cast a line. A popular technique is a simple worm and bobber in spring and fall.

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eaver Lake is a short drive north of Kelowna and has good rainbow trout fishing.

Formally known as Swalwell Lake, it has many islands and shoals to explore. Swalwell Lake was stocked with 35,000 rainbow trout in 2013.

The lake is also home to Beaver Lake Resort. Adrian Hasler, owner of the resort, says the good chironomid hatch early in the season is followed by a good mayfly hatch.

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Swalwell (Beaver) Lake catches.

LAKE ACCESS

Trollers can explore the many deep holes of the lake trolling a Willow Leaf.

rom Kelowna, head north along Highway 97 to Winfield, and turn right (east) onto Beaver Lake Road. Follow this road for about 15 km to the south-west shore of the lake.

Even non anglers are encouraged to come out as the resort has all the equipment needed to catch fish, from reels and rods to

“You can try some dry flies,” says Hasler.

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Thumb is a popular pattern o n the lake, but before heading out, he suggests adding a ‘Humpy’ pattern to the flybox. “It looks like a Tom Thumb but with deer hair below.”

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boats a n d motors.

They also have a guide available, highly recommended to ensure you make the most of your fishing time on the lake. To learn more about fishing this lake, contact the resort at beaverlakeresort.com.

Take a look at the Angler’s Atlas page for Swalwell Lake and post your stories, tips and more. See anglersatlas.com/lakes/1822.

Two wet flies Hasler suggests are Doc Spratleys, in black and red, and a dark red leech pattern. Both of these flies are producing good

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There is a forest recreation site and resort located on the lake.

The recreation site has 20 vehicle units, and a boat launch.

Beaver Lake Resort is located a few kilometres from the southwestern end of the lake, and provides campground spaces as well as cabin rentals. Facilities available at the resort include a wellness centre, coffee shop, fly and tackle shop and guide service. To learn more, visit the resort online at BeaverLakeResort.com.

Note: The lake is used as a domestic water supply and water levels may be affected. © The Angler’s Atlas

QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 259 Hectares (640 Acres) Maximum Depth • 30.5 metres (100 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 1,345 metres (4,412 feet) Survey Date • September 1964 Contour Units • Feet

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Vaseux Lake V

aseux Lake has become one of B.C.’s best largemouth bass fishing lakes. The bass range in size from three to five pounds with the odd monster coming out at ten pounds.

Getting the right bass gear at the start will help prevent lost lures, as bass lures have weed guards and are designed to pass easily through the weeds.

The Lyman Lures are good for bass fishing. Rod Hennig, local guide, suggests using a topwater lure in the weedy areas.

Try a Lyman plug, cast out and reel back in on top of the water.

Poppers or Buzzbait are also good to have on hand.

In deeper water, a dropshot with Powerbait can get them hooked.

Some anglers recommend using a fast retrieve for the Lyman lure, as it helps the lure dive deep.

A retrieve that gets the lure to dive and then pop up to the surface can often be effective. Repeat this over again so the bait displays an erratic up and down motion.

There are also opportunities for fly fishers. Bass will go after big patterns, such as a hand-tied mouse or frog. An oversize leech with silly legs can also work well.

As this pattern moves through the water the legs appear as they are swimming.

and and Okanagan Falls. Vaseux Lake Provincial Park borders large sections of the lake and has campsites for overnight accommodation.

Note: The fishing regulations specify “no power boats,” referring to a Canadian Wildlife Service regulation.

Vaseux Lake can get quite windy, and can be challenging for paddling, however evenings can calm down, making later day a good time to head out.

Please be sure to check out the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations for Vaseux Lake, as restrictions are in place and quotas have changed for 2014.

The Vaseux Lake page on the Angler’s Atlas website is a great place to post your stories, tips and map markers. See anglersatlas. com/lakes/2011.

The area is also wellknown for the excellent wildlife habitat. The park is a national waterfowl sanctuary, and the bluffs around the lake form California bighorn sheep habitat.

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Wilgress Lake W

ilgress (Loon) Lake is a mid-elevation mountain lake, situated between the towns of Greenwood and Grand Forks.

Its easy access makes it a prime destination for trout anglers.

Because Wilgress Lake is fairly shallow, the trout are most active in spring and fall. The trout are an average size, though some larger ones have been known to come out of the lake. In 2013, 6,500 trout were stocked in Wilgress Lake.

good way to take advantage of the lake. Fishing from shore is challenging here because of the sedge grass and muddy bottom.

Fly fishing is the most common technique used by anglers.

Damselfly and drag- o n f l y pat-

Gear fishers can succeed with small tackle. If you’ve got light gear, try trolling or casting a Panther Martin or another small spinner near the shore. Go deeper with a Willow Leaf and Wedding Band.

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here is a rest area, modern washrooms, picnic tables, camping and a cartop boat launch.

terns can produce well here.

Later in the season, try nymph patterns down deep.

Leeches and shrimp can bring in the trout, again with a full sink line.

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give anglers a great chance to see these rainbows take to the surface for dry flies. Nice shoals are located in the south and east end, with a small island near the rest area.

The Angler’s Atlas now has a “follow” feature, where members can sign up to be notified when new information is posted to their favourite lakes. Check out anglersatlas.com for details. The lake page for Wilgress Lake is at anglersatlas.com/lakes/2081.

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Yellow Lake Y

ellow Lake’s easy access and well stocked waters welcome anglers of all levels.

This popular trolling lake lies south west of Penticton en route to Vancouver.

Rainbow, kokanee and brook trout are both stocked in Yellow Lake. Your best bet is to try your luck in the cooler seasons.

Brook trout are more active at cooler temperatures. Also, during the midsummer, the lake can see algae blooms. Both the rainbows and brook trout are average in size, b u t

are tough fight- e r s .

There are perch in Yellow Lake, and these fish compete with the trout for resources. As a result, the trout may be on the smaller side to average sized, though they can be tough fighters.

There are good shore fishing opportunities along Yellow Lake.

Highway 3A runs along the righthand side of the lake. Standard gear is a good choice, and keep it light. Try your spinning gear with Dick Nites, Panther Martins and wedding bands.

Many anglers do well trolling along the shoreline. Try the south shore, and troll slowly through different depths. A willow leaf produces well.

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Yellow Lake is a popular ice fishing destination due to its proximity to Penticton. Locals concentrate their fishing near the bays closest to the parking lots. Jigging a hook with power bait or meal worm are the most common methods. west onto Hwy 3A. The lake will be on the left side of the highway.

Yellow Lake is an excellent choice for fly fishing. There are shoals at both ends of the lake. Nymph patterns produce.

A dragonfly nymph can work wonders. Try a searching pattern such as a ‘52 Buick, a halfback, or a Doc Spratley. Try your basic colours to start.

There is a boat launch on the west end of the lake. Here you will also find a rest area with picnic tables, dock and washrooms. Pit toilets and a rough car top boat launch are found on the east side just off the highway. Yellow Lake has an aeration system on it. Please be very cautious when ice fishing.

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QUICK FACTS Surface Area • 33 Hectares (80 Acres) Maximum Depth • 36 metres (118 feet) Elevation (ASL) • 762 metres (2,500 feet) Survey Date • July 1960 Contour Units • Metres

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Okanagan Fishing Regulations 2013-2015

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GENERAL RESTRICTIONS No fishing: (spring closure) in any stream in Region 8 from Apr. 1 to June 30 (see tables for exceptions).

Single barbless hook: must be used in all streams of Region 8, all year.

REGIONAL DAILY CATCH QUOTAS (See tables for exceptions) Trout/char: 5, but not more than • 1 over 50 cm • 4 from streams (only 2 over 30 cm) And you may retain: 20 Brook trout from streams And you must release: Bull trout (Dolly Varden) from streams Kokanee: 5 (none from streams) Whitefish: 15 (all species combined) Bass: 8 (largemouth & smallmouth combined) Burbot: 2 Yellow perch: 20 Walleye: 8 Crappie: 20 Crayfish: 25

TABLE LEGEND See the following tables for exceptions and additional regulations on specific waters.  Stocked Lake (not all stocked lakes listed, see p. 85) * Including tributaries FAMILY FISHING WATERS Catch up with your kids! Check out the Family Fishing Waters at www.env.gov.bc.ca/fw/fish/regulations/family-fishing

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.

OKANAGAN REGION KOKANEE FISHERY Okanagan Lake - Analysis of population data has confirmed that Okanagan Lake kokanee can sustain recreational fishery harvest, and the lake now follows regional regulations for kokanee harvest.

Wood Lake - Kokanee numbers in Wood Lake have undergone significant decline due to poor water quality in 2011. Additional regulatory restrictions have been implemented for 2013/2015 to conserve stocks and speed up recovery (See water specific tables). In season changes to regulations could occur depending on population data. Check www.env.gov.bc.ca/fw/fish/regulations for in season changes. For further detail contact Fish and Wildlife regional office at (250) 490-8200.

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Okanagan Fishing Regulations 2013-2015 In-season changes as of April 1 highlighted ALARIC LAKE ALLEYNE LAKE  ASHNOLA RIVER

8-7 8-6 8-3

No ice fishing Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) Exempt from Spring Closure

ASP (China) CREEK BAIRD LAKE  BIGHORN RESERVOIR (Lakeview Irrigation District) “ BLUEY LAKE POTHOLES”

8-5 8-25 8-11

Exempt from Spring Closure Electric motors only Electric motors only

8-6

BORGESON LAKE BROWNE LAKE 

8-5 8-10

BUCK LAKE  BURNELL (Sawmill) LAKE 

8-6 8-1

BUTLER LAKE  (east of Allison Lake)

8-6

CHAIN LAKE 

8-6

CHAPMAN LAKE CHRISTINA LAKE

8-8 8-15

CHUTE LAKE CLIFFORD (Cliff) LAKE 

8-9 8-5

Closed all year Includes all unnamed lakes within 2 km of Bluey Lake (except Bluey Lake itself and Kentucky Lake) See Round Lake No ice fishing Artificial fly only, bait ban See Leonard Lake No ice fishing Trout/char release; artificial fly only, bait ban, single barbless hook WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration!

No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing Rainbow trout daily quota = 2; engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration!

No ice fishing No fishing north of a line between Bald and Knob Points, Mar 1-May 31 Rainbow trout daily quota = 2 (only one over 50 cm); barbless hook Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) Electric motors only Unnamed lake located about 200 m west of Thalia Lake

CONKLE LAKE  CROOKED LAKES  DEE LAKE  DEER LAKE  DOBBIN LAKE  DOREEN LAKE 

8-12 8-10 8-10 8-10 8-11 8-23

DRY LAKE  EASTMERE LAKE 

8-5 8-8

EHOLT CREEK ENEAS CREEK FIVE O’CLOCK LAKE (approx.  800 m SE of Cup Lake) FLYFISH LAKE #1 (west) 

8-14 8-8 8-14

FRIDAY LAKE 

8-6

GARDOM LAKE  GARNET LAKE  GARRISON LAKES 

8-26 8-8 8-5

GEEN LAKES GOOSE LAKE  GRANBY RIVER

8-10 8-5 8-15

GRANBY RIVER’S tributaries HAGGKVIST LAKE 

8-15 8-24

HAYNES LAKE HEADWATER LAKE #1

8-10 8-8

HEART (Hart) LAKE

8-7

8-23

Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) No ice fishing No ice fishing No ice fishing Electric motors only No ice fishing Artificial fly only, bait ban Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Motorized vehicle closure. Walk-in access only. See sign at trailhead.

Exempt from Spring Closure Exempt from Spring Closure No ice fishing Trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing Artificial fly only, bait ban No ice fishing Electric motors only Trout/char daily quota = 2; engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) Electric motors only; WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration!

No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing Electric motors only From the confluence with Burrell Creek, upstream:exemptfromSpringClosure; bait ban Apr 1-Oct 31; trout/char daily quota = 1 Downstream of Burrell Creek: bait ban July 1-Oct 31; trout/char release Bait ban No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Engine power restriction -7.5 kw (10 hp); this lake is part of McCulloch Reservoir No ice fishing Engine power restriction -7.5 kw (10 hp) No ice fishing

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Okanagan Fishing Regulations 2013-2015 In-season changes as of April 1 highlighted HIDDEN LAKE  HYDRAULIC LAKE  IDLEBACK LAKE 

8-25 8-10 8-9

ISLAHT (Horseshoe) LAKE ISLAND LAKE  JACKPINE LAKE  JEWEL CREEK JEWEL LAKE  JOHNNY LAKE  KALAMALKA LAKE

8-11 8-10 8-11 8-14 8-14 8-5 8-22

KENTUCKY LAKE  KENTUCKY SE POTHOLE 

8-6 8-6

KETTLE RIVER

8-14

KETTLE RIVER’S tributaries KIDD LAKE 

8-14 8-6

KUMP (Lost) LAKE 

8-5

LAMBY (Bear) LAKE  LARRY LAKE 

8-11 8-5

“LEONARD” (“ Buck”) LAKE 

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LINK LAKE  LITTLE WILLY LAKE  LOCH DRINKIE 

8-6 8-7 8-11

LOON LAKE

8-23

LOST LAKE 

8-10

MABEL LAKE

8-24

MARA LAKE MARTIN LAKE  MCCULLOCH RESERVOIR  MCRAE CREEK MEADOW LAKE

8-26 8-6 8-10 8-15 8-10

MILL CREEK MINNOW LAKE  MISSION CREEK OKANAGAN LAKE

8-10 8-10 8-10 8-10

OKANAGAN RIVER

8-1

OKANAGAN RIVER OXBOWS

8-1

No towing Engine power restriction -7.5 kw (10 hp); this lake is part of McCulloch Reservoir No ice fishing Trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook; electric motors only Electric motors only No ice fishing Electric motors only No fishing from Jewel Lake downstream 1.5 km to signs Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) & speed restriction (8 km/h) Electric motors only Kokanee daily quota = 2 Speed restrictions or “no vessels” (as buoyed and signed), various locations Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) No ice fishing Rainbow trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook Unnamed lake located about 50 m east of Kentucky Lake Exempt from Spring Closure Trout/chardaily quota= 1, EXCEPT trout / char release fromLost Horse Bridge (alias “Thone Lake Bridge”, approx.26 km north of Westbridge) to the confluence with West Kettle River, and EXCEPT trout / char release from the CPR bridge (approx. 2 km below the confluence with Granby River) to Cascade Falls (Hwy #395 bridge) Bait ban above Cascade Falls, Apr 1-Oct 31 Bait Ban No ice fishing Trout/char release; artificial fly only, bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motors only WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration!

No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motors only No ice fishing Trout daily quota = 1 (none under 50 cm); bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motors only Unnamed lake located about 400 m west of Thalia Lake No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Unnamed lake approx.2 km north of Vinson Lake Electric motors only No ice fishing No ice fishing Trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing Trout daily quota=1 (none under 50 cm); bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motors only No fishing south of a line between signs on lakeshore 800 m north of Shuswap River inlet, Jan 1-May 31 Bull trout (Dolly Varden) daily quota = 1 (none under 50 cm); single barbless hook Follow angling regulations for Shuswap Lake, Region 3; see Rosemond Lake WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration!

Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) No fishing below falls 4 km above Christina Lake No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Exempt from Spring Closure below Kelowna Airport Engine power restriction -7.5 kw (10 hp); this lake is part of McCulloch Reservoir No fishing from falls at Gallagher Canyon to Okanagan Lake Rainbow trout daily quota = 2 (only one over 50 cm) Speed restrictions or “no vessels” (as buoyed and signed), various locations, plus no powered boats at Killarney Beach Park” Barbless hook No fishing from McIntyre Dam to Drop Structure No. 1 (located about 1 km above Osoyoos Lake), Oct 1-Nov 15 Exempt from Spring Closure from Okanagan Lake dam downstream to McIntyre Dam and below Drop Structure No. 1 (located about 1 km above Osoyoos Lake) No powered boats between Okanagan & Skaha lakes These isolated oxbows adjacent to Okanagan River below the McIntyre Dam and above Vaseux Lake are EXEMPT from the Spring Closure

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Okanagan Fishing Regulations 2013-2015 In-season changes as of April 1 highlighted OSOYOOS LAKE OSPREY LAKE  POWERS CREEK RAMPART LAKE  RICKEY LAKE ROBERTSON LAKE  ROSEMOND LAKE ROSE VALLEY RESERVOIR  (Lakeview Irrigation District) ROUND (Borgeson) LAKE  SANDNER CREEK SATURDAY LAKE SAWMILL LAKE  SHUSWAP RIVER

8-1 8-6 8-11 8-6 8-5 8-5 8-25 8-11

Speed restriction on parts, no vessels or no powered boats in 5 signed swimming areas Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp) Closed all year below Hwy #97 No ice fishing, Artificial fly only, bait ban Electric motors only. Unnamed lake located about 300 m south of Thalia Lake Electric motors only No powered boats south of the CPR bridge Electric motors only

8-5 8-15 8-6 8-1 8-26

SILVER LAKE  SIMILKAMEEN RIVER

8-8 8-2

SITKUM CREEK SKAHA LAKE SOUTH LAKE

8-23 8-9 8-10

SPECTRUM LAKE SPRING LAKE  (West of McCall Lakes) SPUKUNNE LAKE 

8-23 8-8 8-6

SQUARE LAKE 

8-21

STATE LAKE STONY LAKE  SUGAR LAKE SUNDAY LAKE  TEEPEE LAKES TOMMY LEE LAKE THIRSK LAKE TROUT CREEK TROUT LAKE TUGULNUIT LAKE TULAMEEN RIVER TWIN LAKES  UNNAMED LAKES located immediately north and south of Bluey Lake VASEUX LAKE (including two lagoons on the west side of Okanagan River above McIntyre Dam) VINSON LAKE 

8-14 8-5 8-23 8-6 8-6 8-5 8-8 8-8 8-8 8-1 8-5 8-2 8-6

WAP CREEK

8-24

WEST KETTLE RIVER

8-12

WEST KETTLE RIVER’S tributaries WESTMERE LAKE 

8-12 8-8

WOOD LAKE

8-22

YELLOW LAKE 

8-2

No fishing south of line between signs on opposite shores about 50 m from outlet, Mar 15-June 30 Closed all year No ice fishing, Electric motors only See Burnell Lake Closed all year from Mara Lake to signs near Mara Bridge Exempt from Spring Closure (a) aboveSugar Lake, (b) between Sugar Lake and Mabel Lake, and (c) fromMabel Lake to Mara Lake Above Sugar Lake: No fishing Sept 1-Oct 31 and bait ban, Nov 1-Aug 31 Rainbow trout release (a) from Sugar Lake to Mabel Lake and (b) from Mabel Lake to Mara Lake Electric motors only Wild rainbow trout release between Hwy #3 bridge at Princeton and Hwy #3 bridge 31 km below Princeton Bait ban, Apr 1-Oct 31; exempt from Spring Closure No fishing Sept 1-Oct 15 Speed restrictions or “no vessels” (as buoyed and signed), various locations No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration!

No ice fishing Trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing Rainbow trout daily quota = 1; bait ban, single barbless hook No ice fishing Electric motors only Bull trout daily quota = 1 (none under 50 cm); single barbless hook No ice fishing, Electric motors only See Friday, Saturday and Sunday Lakes Electric motors only Electric motors only Exempt from Spring Closure Electric motors only Electric motors only Bait ban Apr 1-Oct 31; exempt from Spring Closure Electric motors only Closed all year Known by Ministry of Forests designations as Lakes 711, 712, 713, 364 & 309 on Map 92H-088 No powered boats (Canadian Wildlife Service Regulation) Bass daily quota = 4 No Bass over 35 cm, Apr 15-June 15; only 1 Bass over 35 cm, June 16-Apr 14 No ice fishing Trout/char release; bait ban, single barbless hook Road accessing the south end is closed. Alternative access available.

No fishing below Frog Falls (excluding Wap Lake) Sept 1-June 30 Exempt from Spring Closure above Frog Falls Trout/char release below Beaverdell Station Road bridge to the confluence with Kettle River Trout/char daily quota = 1 above Beaverdell Station Road bridge Bait ban Apr 1-Oct 31; exempt from Spring Closure Bait Ban No ice fishing Trout/char daily quota = 2; bait ban, single barbless hook Motorized vehicle closure. Walk-in access only. See sign at trailhead.

No fishing for kokanee June 1-Apr 14; Kokanee daily quota = 2, Apr 15-May 31 Speed restriction (10 km/h) on parts Engine power restriction -7.5 Kw (10 hp)

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M&M'S RESORT

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SURREY LAKE FISHING RESORT

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(866) 523-9778

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SUSKEENA LODGE

jeff@sweetwatertravel.com

(250) 847-1806

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TEN-EE-AH LODGE

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(250) 395-7302

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TERRACE SPORTFISHING ADVENTURES

terracesportfishing@hotmail.com

(250) 635-3521

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THE RAMBLING FISHERMAN

ramblingfisherman@gmail.com

(250) 218-1087

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THUYA LAKES LODGE

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(250) 372-6867

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TUNKWA LAKE FISHING RESORT

paul@tunkwalakeresort.com

(250) 523-9697

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2013 Okanagan Fish Stocking Report Waterbody Name

Species

Released

Species

Released

Species

Released

AGUR

RB

1,200

Waterbody Name

FIVE O'CLOCK

RB

1,000

Waterbody Name

KIDNEY

RB

6,000

AILEEN

RB

1,500

FLYFISH 1 (W)

RB

3,000

KILPOOLA

RB

1,000

ALLENDALE

RB

3,500

FLYFISH 2 (E)

RB

4,000

KUMP

RB

2,000

LADY KING

RB

600

LAIRD

RB

4,000

ALLEYNE

KO

5,000

FRIDAY

RB

5,000

ALLEYNE

RB

22,500

GARDOM

RB

13,000

ALLISON

RB

10,000

GARNET

EB

1,000

LAMBLY

RB

5,000

BAIRD

RB

5,000

GARNET

RB

1,000

LARKIN 1 (S)

RB

500

BARDOLPH

RB

1,500

GARRISON 1 (N)

RB

1,500

LARRY

RB

700

BEAVER

RB

35,000

GARRISON 2 (S)

RB

750

LASSIE

RB

7,000

BECKER

EB

2,000

GELLATELY

RB

500

LEONARD

RB

3,000

BIELY

RB

500

GILL

RB

500

LINK

RB

8,000

BLUEY

RB

10,000

GLADSTONE

RB

2,335

LOCH DRINKIE

RB

1,000

BORGESON

RB

6,000

GLEN

EB

500

LOON

EB

1,000

BOSS

RB

6,000

GLEN

RB

2,000

LOON

RB

1,000

BRENDA

RB

2,000

GOOSE

RB

7,000

LOON

RB

800

BROWNE

RB

7,000

GREYBACK

RB

5,000

LOOSEMORE

RB

5,000

BRUNETTE

RB

500

GRIZZLY SWAMP

RB

3,000

LOST

RB

1,000

BUCK

RB

2,000

HAGGKVIST

RB

2,000

LUDWICK

RB

7,000

BURNELL

RB

600

HALL ROAD POND

RB

728

MACDONALD

RB

2,000

BUTLER

RB

750

HAYNES

RB

5,000

MADDEN

RB

4,600

CHAIN

RB

7,500

HEADWATER 1 (S)

EB

8,000

MARTIN

RB

4,000

CHRISTIE

EB

1,000

HEADWATER 2 (E)

RB

5,000

MCCAFFREY

RB

3,000

CHURCHILL

EB

900

HEADWATER 3 (M)

RB

3,000

MCCALL

RB

500

CLEAR

RB

500

HEADWATER 4 (W)

RB

1,000

MCINTYRE

EB

1,000

CLIFF

RB

2,000

HIDDEN

RB

15,000

MINNOW

RB

2,000

COLLIER LOWER (NW)

RB

1,000

HIGH

RB

1,500

MISSEZULA

EB

25,000

COLLIER UPPER (SE)

RB

500

HOODOO

RB

2,000

MISSEZULA

RB

50,000

CONKL

RB

8,000

HOOK

RB

2,000

MOORE

RB

2,000

CUP

RB

2,000

HYDRAULIC

RB

10,000

MOORE

RB

500

DARKE

EB

2,000

IDABEL

EB

3,432

MUNRO

RB

3,000

DARKE

RB

2,000

IDLEBACK

RB

1,000

MURPHY 1 (E)

RB

1,000

DAVIS

RB

6,000

ISINTOK

RB

5,000

MURPHY 2 (W)

RB

3,000

DEADMAN

RB

5,000

JACKPINE

RB

3,000

NEVERTOUCH

RB

5,000

DEE

RB

30,000

JEWEL

EB

5,000

NICKEL PLATE

RB

6,000

DEWOLF

RB

1,000

JEWEL

RB

16,488

OSPREY

RB

12,000

DOBBIN

RB

2,000

JOHN BURNS

RB

500

OTTER

KO

10,099

DOREEN

RB

8,000

JOHNNY

RB

1,500

OYAMA

RB

15,000

DRY

RB

3,000

KATHY

RB

500

PEACHLAND

RB

3,000

DUO VIA

EB

1,000

KENTUCKY

RB

17,500

PEAR

RB

3,450

EASTMERE

RB

1,000

KENTUCKY NW

1,000

2,000

POTHOLE

1,000

RB

RB

RB

PETE'S

ECHO

PINAUS

RB

20,000

ECHO

RB

20,000

RB

500

POLSON PARK POND

RB

1,000

ERN

EB

1,000

POSTILL

RB

1,000

FISH

EB

2,000

PROSSER

RB

2,000

KENTUCKY SE POTHOLE KIDD

RB

1,500

Okanagan Fishing 2014 Waterbody Name

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PROVIDENCE

RB

600

RAMPART

RB

4,000

RENEES POTHOLE

RB

500

RICK

RB

RIPLEY

RB

ROBERTSON

Waterbody Name

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Species

Released

Species

Released

WILGRESS

RB

6,500

4,000

WILLIAMSON

RB

3,000

1,500

WOLLASTON (SOUTH)

RB

500

RB

2,000

WOLLASTON

RB

5,000

(SOUTHWEST)

RB

250

SW DENISON (LOWER)

RB

500

XENIA

RB

3,000

SW DENISON (UPPER)

RB

1,000

YELLOW

EB

10,000

SWAN

RB

16,013

YELLOW

KO

5,049

YELLOW

RB

15,000

STONY

RB

750

STREAK

RB

STRINGER

RB

2,000

SUMMIT

3,400

SUNDAY

RB

2,500

ROD

RB

500

ROSE VALLEY

RB

2,500

RUSSELL

RB

1,000

TAHLA

RB

1,000

RUTH

RB

500

TAURUS

RB

2,500

SANDRIFT 1 (N)

RB

1,000

TAYLOR

RB

1,500

SANDRIFT 2 (SE)

RB

2,000

TAYLOR

RB

500

SECRET

RB

500

THALIA

RB

9,000

SECRET

RB

1,000

THOMAS

RB

1,000

SEIDNER

EB

500

THONE

RB

2,000

SEIDNER

RB

500

TURTLE

EB

1,000

SHANNON

RB

3,920

TUZO

RB

500

SIGALET

RB

2,000

TWIN

EB

1,500

SILVER

RB

5,000

TWIN

RB

2,500

SPRING

RB

500

VINSON

RB

1,600

SPUKUNNE

RB

1,000

WESTMERE

RB

700

SQUARE

RB

1,000

WHITEHEAD

RB

10,000

Waterbody Name

Stock Species Codes: EB

Eastern Brook Trout (Char)

KO

Kokanee

RB

Rainbow Trout

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