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Okanagankey Map
The Okanagan region cov-ers the southern section of B.C.s
interior and is flanked by the Monashee Mountains on the east and
the Cascade Mountains on the west.This area has hundreds of small
and medium-size trout lakes to explore as well as sev-eral big
water lakes. Anglers can target a variety of species including
rainbow trout, lake trout, perch, bass, kokanee and salmon. Bass
fishing in the re-gion is quickly becoming a fa-vourite sport with
several lakes offering great opportunities for this species. Vaseux
Lake is one of the bass lakes profiled in this guide. In fact it is
some-times referred to as the best bass fishing lake in the
province.
This guide is meant as an ap-petizer for some of the great
fishing lakes in this region. Around each lake featured in this
guide are often dozens of other lakes that are just as pro-ductive.
Maps for other lakes in this region are freely avail-able from our
website.FOR 2015
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Outfitters Association, as well as the Regional Fishing
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OKANAGAN FISHING 2015
PublisherSean Simmons
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Contributors: Georges Boucher, Chicky Drouillard, Freshwater
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Audrey Hoglund, Savas Koutsantonis, Nick Pace, Sandy Steinley, Mike
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These updates will provide you with detailed, local information
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updates on the latest fishing reports. EVENTSAs we track down other
events, such as fishing derbies and local outdoor events, we will
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be shared, we will add it to the regional page. Every time we
update one of these regions, all followers will be notified of the
new content.
REGULATION CHANGESThe provincial ministries and Department of
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when we observe these changes we will announce them on our website
and in our newsletters so you too can get notified of these
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are related to local fishing, and as we come across local stories,
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Arlington Lakes
Arlington 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.We fish the perch quite a bit because its great for the
fam-ily, says Rod Hennig, from Rodneys Reel Outdoors. The fish are
easy to catch and it's close to town.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.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.
Other successful lures for this lake include the Lyman Lure #80
and #30. They also have coloured lures that resemble perchnum-bers
#24 & #55.Hennig suggests trolling right along the shoreline
and along the margins of the submerged island. To learn more, visit
his website at kelownafishing.com
LAKE ACCESS
From Kelowna, follow Highway 33 east about 55 kilometres to the
Arlington Lakes side road on the right (west) side of the highway.
There is a small recreation site on the eastern shore of the lake,
acces-sible with 2WD. The site has a car-top 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.
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Surface Area 18.5 Hectares
(46 Acres)
Maximum Depth 25.6 metres (84 feet)
Elevation (ASL) 1,055 metres (3,461 feet)
Survey Date June 1973
Contour Units Feet
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Bardolph Lake
Bardolph 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 2014, 1,500 trout were stocked
here.Early spring is a great time to fish Bardolph Lake, and the
ice is usually off fair-ly early. Nick Pace, owner of Trout Waters
Fly and Tackle in Kelowna, rec-ommends blood-worms and chirono-mids
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 habi-tat. Shoal areas are other good places to concentrate
and can be particularly rewarding here.
To learn more about fly fishing lakes in the Okanagan drop by
Trout Waters Fly and Tackle, check out their new store, and talk to
their helpful staff. LAKE ACCESS
From Kelowna, follow Highway 97 north to Vernon and turn right
(east) onto Highway 6. Continue for roughly 20 kilo-metres 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.The turnoff to Bardolph Lake is on the right
(south) about one
k i l o -metre 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 head-ing
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.
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Surface Area 10.8 Hectares
(27 Acres)
Maximum Depth 12.2 metres (40 feet)
Elevation (ASL) 1,023 metres (3,356 feet)
Survey Date June 1960
Contour Units Feet
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Boss and Davis Lakes are great little lakes for fighter trout.
The gorgeous Voght valley is also a popular lake for campers. Boss
and Davis Lakes are both highly productive with shoals ga-
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 accom-plished 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
ear-ly 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 of-fers great fly fishing.
Leeches are especially useful to have on hand. On Davis Lake, the
shoals are ideal for a variety of nymph pat-terns. When fishing
with chirono-mids or blood worms, venture into the deeper sections
of both lakes. This can prove to be helpful in hot weather
conditions. LAKE ACCESS
From 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 sur-rounded 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 acces-sible. Map and article based on mate-rial
provided by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC.
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Surface Area 44 / 25 Hectares
(11 / 17 Acres)
Maximum Depth 11/17 m. (36/56 feet)
Elevation (ASL) 1,052 metres (3,451 feet)
Survey Date September 1977
Contour Units Metres
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dee and isLand Lakes
Northeast 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.Dee Lake Resort, at the north end of the lake, has been in
operation for more than 75 years. Promoted as the Okanagans
Heritage Re-sort, it operates as a fishing re-sort and a family
destination.The lake is stocked each year and in 2014, nearly
30,000 rainbow trout were released. The standard patterns work
wellDoc Sprat-leys, Tom Thumbs in the evening, and black leeches.
The key ingre-dient is a hint of red,
though Dee Lake is a good place to ex-periment with dif-ferent
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 its well worth taking some time to ex-plore the area. A
short drive from the resort yields several lakes, including
Swalwell, Oyama and
Postill, all of them worth fishing.
To learn more about the resort, visit their website at
DeeLakeRe-sort.com.Check out the
Anglers At-las web page for
Dee Lake at www.anglersat las .com/
lake/99955. Add your own stories, photos and tips.
While youre there, follow your favourite lakes to be noti-fied
whenever new information is posted.
LAKE ACCESS
From 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 kilo-metres past the rec site,
along the north shore of Dee Lake. There is a convenience store at
the resort, offering supplies and great fish-ing advice.
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Surface Area 39 / 48 Hectares
(96 / 119 Acres)
Maximum Depth > 9 / 12 m. (>30/40 ft.)
Elevation (ASL) 1,351 metres (4,432 feet)
Survey Date September 1964
Contour Units Feet
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Large trout are standard in Echo Lake, and the fishing is great.
Georges Boucher from Echo Lake Resort says that a near-16 pound
Gerrard was once taken, as well as some big rainbows.Boucher
recommends anglers troll a nymph pattern with a full sink line. Fly
fishers can also try a strike indicator (bobber) with a chironomid
fished just off the bottom. Most of the trout are in the 12- to
14-inch range, with several reported up to three pounds. But the
Gerrard rainbow trout go to over 10 pounds and some more than 12
pounds.Black is a great colour for Echo Lake. The 16 pound Gerrard
was fished with a black Apex. Other types of lures such as a Willow
Leaf or Ford Fender are most popular, Boucher adds.Best fishing
times are early sum-mer and early fall. Trolling can yield the
biggest fish, although
fly fishing seems
to produce larger quanti-ties, says Boucher. There are weed beds
right near the resort that are good places to start.Echo Lake is
part of the prov-inces stocking program, oper-ated by the
Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C. The stocking for this lake
utlizes strains such as Blackwater, Pennask and the famous Gerrard
strain. In 2014, more than 20,000 trout were stocked in Echo Lake.
NOTE: The map shows a maxi-mum depth of 164 feet, but Boucher says
the lake has a maximum depth of 220 feet.Have a look at the Anglers
Atlas and follow your favourite lakes and Experts. This feature
allows members to be notified whenever new information is posted to
their favourite lakes. Visit www.anglersatlas.com. Also see the
Echo Lake page at anglersatlas.com/lake/100041. Add your stories,
tips and more.
LAKE ACCESS
From Vernon, follow Highway 6 east, just past Lumby, to
Creighton Valley Road. Turn here and continue along this road for
another 20 km to the provincial park and the resort.The resort has
35 campsites and seven cabins to rent. There are boat rentals and a
grocery store. They are open from May 1 to October 31, and they
have a no-pet policy. To learn more about the resort, call
toll-free at 1-877-547-6434, or visit their
website:EchoLakeFishingResort.com
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Surface Area 70 Hectares
(173 Acres)
Maximum Depth 50 metres (164 feet)
Elevation (ASL) 840 metres (2,756 feet)
Survey Date June 1979
Contour Units Metres
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eneas Lakes
Eneas Lake Provincial Park, west of Kelowna, contains four small
headwa-ter lakes. The lakes are located at moder-ately high
elevation and generally remain good to fish through-out the season,
even during the warm summer months.Most common fly pat-terns 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 t r o l l i n g L y m a n L u r e s . A size 1 would be a good
c h o i c e . G o
down deep and along the
drop offs.The lakes are no longer part of the provincial
stocking pro-
gram. The last
k n o w n s t o c k i n g
o c c u r e d 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 Anglers Atlas web page for Eneas Lake is a great place to
post your tips, videos and map markers. Visit
anglersat-las.com/lake/100084.
LAKE ACCESS
From 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.Eneas
Lakes Provincial Park has a campground with no ser-vices offered.
Please remem-ber that this is wilderness country and use
appropriate caution.
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Eneas LakeSA 6.5 Ha. (16 Ac.)MD 7.6 metres (25 feet)
Lil Eneas LakeSA 5.6 Ha. (14 Ac.)MD 15.9 metres (52 feet)
Island LakeSA 6.5 Ha. (16 Ac.)MD 7.6 metres (25 feet)
Tsuh LakeSA 10.5 Ha. (26 Ac.)MD 15.2 metres (50 feet)
Approximate Elevation:~1,500 metres (5,000 feet)
Survey Date July, 1969
Contour Depth Feet
SASurface Area, MDMax Depth
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hidden Lake
Hidden 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
known to produce larger rainbows up to 4 kg. Most are much
smaller, and range in the average size. Each year the Freshwater
Fisheries So-ciety of B.C. stocks the lake with 15,000 triploid
rainbow trout of the hard-fighting Pennask stock.
Chironomid fishing can be spectac-ular. The bays along the
northwest
side, and also on the south
s i d e , are your best bets.
With your fly hover-
ing near the bottom, re-
trieve 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 Wool-ly 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. Gear fishers may want to try their
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. Have you fished Hidden Lake? Post about
your experiences on the Anglers Atlas web page for Hidden Lake at
anglersatlas.com/lake/100345.
LAKE ACCESS
Hidden 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.). Pro-ceed 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 pro-ceed 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.
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Atlas
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
Idleback Lake, a small water-body east of Penticton, is a great
lake to take the family fly fishing. Its 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. Bloodworms, leeches and
drag-onflies are standard patterns that work well on this lake. In
the spring, chironomids work real-ly well, says Koutsantonis, and
the lake has a good sedge hatch towards the end of June.As the lake
is quite shal-low, it
can go through the summer dol-drums when the weather is hot. Try
fishing the deep sections of the lake during this period.There is
an active stocking pro-gram 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 the
B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations before heading out.To outfit
yourself with the com-plete gear for fishing Idleback Lake, drop by
Trout Waters Fly and Tackle
in Kelowna and talk to Savas Koutsantonis and the knowledge-able
staff. Their new store is a great place for anglers to stock up and
get great tips for your favou-rite lakes.
LAKE ACCESS
From 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 kilo-metres to Idleback Lake on the left (west)
side. The forest rec-reation site has a gravel boat launch with
thirteen camp-sites.
The Anglers Atlas
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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West of Kelowna at the head-waters of Power Creek lies Jackpine
Lake. The lake is a short drive from town and offers a great
escape, if only for an evening troll.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 dur-ing spring and autumn. In the
spring, anglers can try chirono-mids and shrimp flies. Other
pat-terns 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 fa-mous for its fight and jump.
Generally, Pennask trout feed on Chironomid Pupae and
Cladocer-nas, commonly known as water fleas. These fish prefer
deeper water habitat, and forage for food in mid-waters.Make sure
you stop by Trout Waters Fly and Tackles new store. The staff there
can give you expert advice, and carry a great selection of flies
and lures for all your fishing needs.
LAKE ACCESS
There 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
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.
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Atlas
Surface Area 43 Hectares
(106 Acres)
Maximum Depth 7.5 metres (25 feet)
Elevation (ASL) 1,326 metres (4,350 feet)
Survey Date August 1965
Contour Units Feet
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JeweL Lake
Jewel 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, chirono-mids
are a good choice. Black and chrome are good colours to start
with.A Carey Special or a Doc S p r a t l e y in black, m a r o o n
or olive are also u s e f u l . Ca reys a r e
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 c h o i c e s . A g a i n , o l i v e m a y w
o r k
best.The fish-
ing in Jewel Lake is con-
sistent all year, and the lake is
stocked annually with both brook and
rainbow trout. Spring and fall are the best fishing
times, but even mid-winter and the heat of summer dont slow the
bite.Jewel Lake has been named one of the regions fam-ily fishing
waters. These are great places for children and beginners. The
regulations are
simple, and the lakes are eas-
ily accessible. Many of these lakes can be fished from shore or
dock. Visit gofishbc.com for more information.
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 km/h on Jewel Lake.LAKE ACCESS
Jewel 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 cab-ins and campsites, along with
tackle, boat rentals and fishing licenses. Contact them at
1-877-945-6500, or visit their website at jewellakeresort.com.
Jewel Lake Provincial Park also offers camp-ing, pit toilets,
drinking water and a car top boat launch. The road to the resort
and the park is paved and RV accessible.
The Anglers Atlas
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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Highway 97 provides spectacu-lar views as it winds along the
western shore of Kalamalka Lake. Its stunning appearance is matched
by its exceptional recreational opportunities. There is a large
shoal area at the southern end of the lake, which is an ideal place
to cast. Another produc-tive 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. A n o t h e r good loca-tion is
a r o u n d t h e creek.
H e n o t e s
that in the past couple of
years, the rain-bow trout fishery has
really done well. There are plenty of nutrients in the lake,
which may explain the increase in productivity.Steinley suggests
that grasshop-pers 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 nor-mally
unlikely food source may be a good choice for anglers targeting the
trout.
Please consult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations before
fishing Kalamalka Lake. From fishing tackle to
RVs, Kenkraft has it all for the outdoors. Stop by their store,
or call them at 250-
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Kalamalka Lake at anglersatlas.com/
lake/100465. Add your photos and stories while
youre there!
LAKE ACCESS
From 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 grass-land 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.Anglers Atlas members have
post-ed locations of boat launches on the web page for Kalamalka
Lake at anglersatlas.com/lake/100465.
kaLaMaLka Lake
The Anglers Atlas
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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keefer Lake
Ke 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 for-est
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,
and W h a t s h a n Mountains.Members of the Anglers Atlas have
added some great photos and tips to the Keefer Lake web page. Visit
anglersatlas.com/lake/100485 to check it out. While youre there,
sign up to follow your favourite lakes, and be notified whenever
new info is posted.LAKE ACCESS
From Kelowna, head north along Highway 97 towards Vernon. Turn
right onto Highway 6 and drive for about 75 km, past Lumby and
Cherryville, to the Kettle River crossing. Two kilometres past the
river is Keefer Lake Road on the left (north). Turn here and follow
another 14 kilometres to the lake.Keefer Lake Resort is located on
the southern shore of the lake, and can accommodate anglers with
cab-
i n s , longhouse or campground. The resort also offers boat and
motor rentals, and there is a boat launch.Another five kilometres
along Keefer Lake Road is Holmes Lake, which has a small recreation
site that can hold up to five vehi-cle units for camping. A boat
launch is present, but it is consid-ered a poor facility. There is
another small recreation site on Keefer Road, about two kilometres
from the highway. The Monashee-Kettle River rec-reation site is
located along the scenic Kettle River, and has space for ten
vehicle units.To find out more about Keefer Lake Resort, visit
their website at KeeferLake.com
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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
Kentucky Alleyne Provincial Park is well known for its
picturesque setting, pristine camp-ground and fishing in the clear
cold waters for larger rainbows. The park is situated between two
kettle-formed lakes making it a photographers delight. The park is
popular from ice-off through late October with activities such as
hiking, cycling, swimming, camp-ing and fishing.
These lakes are good producers of fairly large trout, and
Kentucky Lake is stocked with rainbows. Both lakes are quite
productive, and fairly deep. Trolling deep is the most common
method of fish-ing these clear waters. Please note the 7.5 Kw
(10hp) motor restric-tion on both lakes. In the deeper water, work
with small spinners, Flatfish and Dick Nites while trolling just
off the shoals. Small lures in chrome, black and silver, or blue
work well. If fishing very deep stay with the chrome lures. Shore
fishing is possible in spots along both lakes and also casting from
the dock on Kentucky Lake during high water years. Two ponds are
located between Kentucky and Alleyne Lakes which feature a children
only under 16 fishery to foster inter-est in the sport among the
youth. The west pond is regularly stocked
by the Freshwater Fisheries Soci-ety 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
fish-ing is great on the south end of Kentucky Lake. Chironomid
fish-ing is best at this time, and again in the fall. Black Sallies
and Chro-mies are popular patterns. Leeches and Woolly Buggers
fished with a full sink line at the drop offs can produce well.
Stick to the shoals with dry flies in midsummer. The shoals at the
north and north east end of Al-leyne Lake are best with a
dam-selfly nymph or leech at the drop offs. Anglers Atlas members
have posted map markers and photos for both lakes at
anglersatlas.com/lake/100491 and anglersat-las.com/lake/99567.
Check out these pages and add your own stories and photos. Also
sign up to follow your favourite lakes!LAKE ACCESS
The park is located 38 km south of Merritt. Travel south (Hwy
5A) off of Hwy 97C at Aspen Grove for 11 km. Turn left (east) at
Bates Rd. and proceed for 6 km. to the park. Kentucky Alleyne
Provincial Park has 58 vehicle accessible camp-
sites, including one group campsite at the north end of Alleyne
Lake. The park pro-vides picnic ta-bles, pit toilets, potable
water, firewood and n u m e r o u s hiking trails. There are boat
launches at each lake within the park. Both can be poor dur-ing low
water conditions. Map and article based on mate-rial provided by
the Freshwater F i s h e r i e s Society of BC.
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Atlas
Surface Area 36 / 55 Hectares
(89 / 136 Acres)
Maximum Depth 40/36 m. (131/118 ft.)
Elevation (ASL) 994 metres (3,261 feet)
Survey Date July 1959/Aug 1951
Contour Units Metres
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Trout WatersFly & Tackle
Trout Waters#101-2340 Hwy. 97N
Kelowna250.860.2262
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Mabel 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 arent huge, but theyre all over, he says.
Steinley suggests anglers going after the trout will want to
situate them-selves 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.Its a big, clean lake, and its busy all
summer, and people are catching fish, he says. He also notes that
there are burbot, white-fish and kokanee in Mabel Lake.
When fishing for salmon, remem-ber that there are two sets of
regu-lations to consult The Freshwa-ter Salmon Supplement,
published by Fisheries and Oceans, and the B.C. Freshwater Fishing
Regula-tions Synopsis, published by the
B.C. Government.Kenkraft in Vernon has every-thing from RVs to
fishing tackle. Stop by and theyll help you get outfit for your
fishing trip.
LAKE ACCESS
There 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
rec-reation sitesSouth Cascade, Cascade Falls and Cottonwood Bay.
All sites have car top boat launches, but only Cottonwood Bay has
vehicle accessible campsites.An alternative route to the lake is
from
Enderby, along another road called Mabel
Lake R o a d .
Follow this road for 35 km
to the Mabel Lake Resort and Airpark, at
the town of Kingfisher. The resort offers full ser-
vices and facilities.To get to Noisy Creek rec-reation 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 kilo-metres. The site can
accommodate up to 55 vehicles/campers, is
RV-accessible and has a boat launch.
MaBeL Lake
The Anglers Atlas
Surface Area 5,986 Hectares
(14,791 Acres)
Maximum Depth 200.6 metres (658 feet)
Elevation (ASL) 396 metres (1,298 feet)
Survey Date June 1969
Contour Units Feet
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OsOyOOs Lake
Osoyoos Lake is known as one of the warmest freshwater lakes in
Canada, and is surround-ed 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 dif-ferent 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.
I f youre
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.
With an ever-growing number of bass anglers in the province,
B.C. Bassmasters is a provincial orga-nization dedicated to the
sport, where members can learn, have fun and connect with other
bass anglers. Visit bcbassmasters.com for more information. In the
past, they have organized tournaments.
BASS FISHING IN BC
There are more than 50 water-bodies 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
bassOsoyoos, Skaha, Gallagher and Tugilnuit Lakes. Their web-site,
wcba.ca, lists other lakes in B.C. as well. Although these species
are not native to B.C., they now repro-duce naturally and have
become part of many lakes aquatic eco-systems. However, there is
grave concern regarding the impact of these introduced fish on
the
naturally occuring trout popula-tions. It should be stressed
that stocking lakes with bass is ille-gal and any sightings of this
behavior should be reported to a conservation officer. Take a look
at the Anglers Atlas page for Osoyoos Lake for some great reports
and articles. See anglersatlas.com/lake/100964.
LAKE ACCESS
The town of Osoyoos is approximately 300 km south of Kamloops on
Highway 97. 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 fol-low
the signs for Highway 97 to Osoyoos. Several accomoda-tion options
exist in the town of Osoyoos and around the lake.
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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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Osprey & Link Lakes
Osprey and Link Lakes are popular with outdoor enthusiasts.
Located west of Summerland, these lakes offer year-round fishing
opportunities. Osprey and Link Lakes are an excellent choice for
fishing in the heat of the mid-summer. T h e i r higher eleva-t i o
n keeps
the lakes from suffering through the summer doldrums. Trout up
to 7 pounds have been known to come out of Osprey Lake. Savas
Koutsantonis at Trout Waters Fly and Tackle offers several tips for
fishing these lakes. Light gear works best here. Head deep and work
the many shoals throughout these lakes with a Willow Leaf and small
dark coloured spoons or spinning lures. Lures such as Dick Nite,
Blue Fox, Mepps and Wedding Bands work well. Fly fishers will find
that leeches
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productive. Also, Koutsantonis notes that chironomids rise
during the day. Again, shoal areas are
prime locations, going deep as the temperatures rise. Evening
hatches make this lake worth the trip. Koutsantonis says that a Tom
Thumb is a great choice for fishing later in the day. Osprey Lake
is the largest of the two lakes and the easiest to access. Shore
fishing is made easy with good trail access. The west end of the
lake is a popu-lar spot for trout feeding on the abundant aquatic
insects. Fly fishers in the spring, with chi-ronomids, will
concentrate at the narrow of the lake and east end. There are two
boat launches on Osprey Lake, one in front of Osprey Lake Retreat
B&B, which also offers boat rentals.
The 5-vehicle recreation site on the north end of Osprey Lake
also has a steep boat launch. Link Lake has a 3-vehicle recreation
site with a cartop boat launch. Stop by Trout Waters Fly and Tackle
for more information about fishing these lakes. Their new store is
guaranteed to have everything you need from tackle to tips!Anglers
Atlas members have posted map markers for both lakes. Visit
anglersatlas.com/lake/100965 for Osprey Lake, and
www.anglersatlas.com/lakes/100618 for Link Lake.LAKE ACCESS
From Kelowna, head south on Hwy 97 to Summerland, then turn west
onto Summerland-Princeton road. Follow for nearly 50 km to Osprey
Lake. For Link Lake follow the road further.
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Atlas
Surface Area 37 Hectares
(92 Acres)
Maximum Depth 10 metres (33 feet)
Elevation (ASL) 1,457 metres (3,600 feet)
Survey Date August 1951
Contour Units Feet
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OyaMa Lake
Oyama Lake is a medium size lake a short drive north of Kelowna.
The lake has many islands and extensive shoal areas providing great
rainbow trout fishing.There are lots of rainbow trout in this lake,
says Savas Koutsantonis of Trout Waters Fly and Tackle, and because
it is a high elevation lake, the fishing remains good year-round.
Koutsantonis says fly fishing off of the shoals can be very
produc-tive, and says that the lakes many small islands are ideal
trout habitat. Fishing around the islands will shelter anglers from
the wind. Koutsantonis sug-gests using a Wedding Ring or
F l a t f i s h . Fly fishers may find that dry flies in the
late spring can be very pro-ductive. In summer, early morn-ings and
evenings are best times to head out.He cautions boaters to be aware
of the channel between Oyama Lake
and Streak Lake. While navigable by boat, watch for submerged
logs.One of the hot flies to try is the Oyama Secret says Chicky
Drouillard, owner of Oyama Lake Resort. This fly is an at-tractor
pattern and has a pheasant hackle with an egg sac.To learn more
about
this lake, drop by Trout
Waters Fly and Tackle and talk to Savas. Theyve just opened a
new store, and the friendly staff there will outfit you with
everything you need for a great fishing trip. LAKE ACCESS
From Kelowna, head north along Highway 97 for about
12 km, to the turnoff into Oyama on your right (east). Proceed
through the town, and onto Oyama Lake Road, which climbs to the top
of a hill. About 6 km from the town, there will be a side road on
your right,
with signs pointing to Oyama Lake Resort. The lake
is another 2 km down the road. NOTE: This last section of road
is
VERY rough, and a 4WD is recom-
mended. There is a forest rec site and a resort at the end of
the road. The rec site has 15 vehicle units, and a boat launch. The
resort has cabins, a store and boat rentals. For more informa-tion,
call the resort at (250) 862-1013.
The Anglers Atlas
Surface Area 364 Hectares
(899 Acres)
Maximum Depth 23.9 metres (78 feet)
Elevation (ASL) 1,341 metres (4,400 feet)
Survey Date July 1966
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pinaus Lake
Pi 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 Rodneys Reel Outdoors, suggests troll-ers 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
t o catch.
Audrey and Arvid Hoglund, hosts of Pinaus Lake Resort, say that
the best time for perch fishing is the end of May. Hoglund notes
that ice fishing is also successful. Try heading out from the rec
site.Into May, fly fishing for trout begins in earnest. Hoglund
reccommends a 52 Buick or black Doc Spratley. Gear fishers should
try silver colour combi-nations, particularly into June and July.
She also suggests that shrimp and worms are usually great bait
choices.The Hoglunds maintain a fish-ing report page on their
website, with up-to-date tips for fishing gear.LAKE ACCESS
From Kelowna, head north along Highway 97 to Vernon, and turn
left (west) onto
Highway 97, just past Swan Lake. Follow this highway to Ingram
Road on the left (south), about 10 km past Falkland.Pinaus Lake is
about nine kilo-metres 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.
The Anglers Atlas
Surface Area 169 Hectares
(418 Acres)
Maximum Depth 53.6 metres (176 feet)
Elevation (ASL) 1,006 metres (3,300 feet)
Survey Date July 1969
Contour Units Feet
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Postill 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.Its also
close to Kelowna, which means its easy to get to for a quick
morning outing or a week-end away. The lake is packed full of brook
and rainbow trout, a n d its bays and shoals
make for ideal
fishing.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.Fly fishing on Postill Lake is fabulous,
too. Early in the sea-son, Goldfinch suggests anglers try
mosquitoes around mid-June,
and mayflies soon after.As the summer heats
up, Spratleys, G r i z z l y Kings and G o l d e n P h e a s a n
t s are pro-d u c t i v e . G o l d f i n c h notes that the lakes
nearby follow the
same hatch patterns.Until 2004, Postill Lake was stocked with
brook trout. Since 2009, the lake has been stocked with rainbow
trout.Postill Lake Lodge is ideally situated within 5 km or less of
5 other lakes. All of these lakes offer superb rainbow trout
fish-ing.
LAKE ACCESS
From Kelowna, turn off Hwy 97 at North end of airport runway.
Follow signs for 4 km on paved road. At intersection of Farmers
Drive, take the gravel road directly ahead of you (DO NOT take
Farmers Drive). You then follow a good gravel road for the
remaining 15 km. Postill Lake Lodge is at the end of the road.
Postill Lake Lodge offers campsites, cab-ins, cottage and
boat
rentals on Postill Lake, as well as a cabin on Twin Lake to the
south. Visit postilllake.com for more information.
There is a Forest Service Recreation Site on the
northwest side of Postill Lake with 5 camp sites, tables
and toilets, and a cartop boat launch.
The Anglers Atlas
Surface Area 106 Hectares
(263 Acres)
Maximum Depth 13 metres (42 feet)
Elevation (ASL) 1,392 metres (3,568 feet)
Survey Date August 1973
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rOse vaLLey Lake
Rose Valley Lake is a short drive west of Kelowna offer-ing
excellent rainbow trout fish-ing 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 walk-in 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.
As the summer progresses, you have to go out into deeper water to
catch rainbow trout because weed growth develops around the
shoreline and the surface water warms up.K o u t s a n t o n i s
advises read-ers that there is an
unmarked island not shown on the map. He says it is about half
way up the lake, near the 15m marker. Also, the island shown near
the north end of the lake is now submerged. He suggests that this
is a great place to target the trout.The lake has been stocked with
rainbow trout nearly every year since 1960. The dominant strains
released into the lake are Pennask rainbow trout, but have also
included Blackwater, Beaver, Tunkwa and Knouff strains.The shop
pros at Trout Waters Fly and Tackle are very knowl-edgeable about
the local fishing lakes. For more tips on fishing this lake, drop
by and talk to Savas
Koutsantonis and the staff.
LAKE ACCESS
Please note that there is no access to the lake from the
north end. These are private properties and there is no
on-street parking. Please respect private property, fences, gates
and signage.No vehicles are permitted as this is the terminal
reservoir for the Lakeview Irrigation District that supplies this
water to over 12,000 residents. Access is only by walking over 2.5
km along a private access road.Please consult your local tackle
shop for the best ways to access Rose Valley Lake.
There are no facilities on the lake and you need to hike in a
belly boat or pontoon boat from the parking lot. No special fishing
restrictions apply, but make sure to
consult the freshwater fish-ing regulations before your first
cast.
The Anglers Atlas
Surface Area 27 Hectares
(67 Acres)
Maximum Depth 17 metres (56 feet)
Elevation (ASL) 599 metres (1,965 feet)
Survey Date May 1977
Contour Units Metres
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skaha LakeSkaha Lake is at the southern end of Penticton. Its
proxim-ity to the town means that it can be a busy lake, as it is
popular for all kinds of water activities. It is an excellent
family lake, with beaches and recreational areas in many
spots.Despite the pressure from non-fishing activities, the bass
fishing in Skaha Lake is great. In fact, the World Fishing Networks
Jessie Martin calls Skaha Lake the third best bass lake in Western
Canada. In September, 2012, a bass derby was held on Skaha Lake for
the first time. The OK Classic, as it was called, was a popular
event, and helped to cement the lakes reputation as a premier bass
lake.The south end and the weeds along the eastern shores are ideal
bass hangouts. Along with bass, kokanee inhabit Skaha Lake.
Generally kokanee tend to go after smaller lures, and if youre
trolling, slower is better. Red and silver can be good colour
combinations.Please consult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations
before head-ing out. There are speed restric-tions or no vessels
(as buoyed and signed), in various locations.If youre familiar with
Skaha Lake, head over to the Anglers Atlas website and tell our
mem-
bers all about it! anglersat-las.com/lake/101230 is the place to
post stories, tips, photos and videos. Add your markers to the lake
and tell your fellow anglers about everything from hazards to
hotspots.While youre there, sign up to follow your favourite lakes
and never miss a thing. Members can be notified when new
information is posted to their favourite lakes. See
anglersatlas.com for details.If youre in the Kelowna area, the shop
pros at Trout Waters Fly and Tackle are very knowl-edgeable about
the local fishing lakes. For more tips on fishing this lake, drop
by and talk to Savas Koutsantonis and the staff. Theyve just opened
a new store in early 2013, sure to have what-ever you need for your
outing.LAKE ACCESS
Easy access to Skaha Lake is along the western shores of the
lake, on Highway 97. Alternately, Lakeside Road, on the east side,
leads past Skaha Bluffs Provincial Park. This is a day-use area
known for its hiking and climbing oppor-tunities. Road access to
this park is closed between mid-November and the beginning of
March.
There a r e s e v -eral camp-grounds sur-rounding Skaha Lake,
and even more accommo-dation options in Penticton. There are
camp-ing and day-use areas in the towns of Kaleden and Okanagan
Falls as well.
Surface Area 2,010 Hectares
(4,967 Acres)
Maximum Depth 57 metres (187 feet)
Elevation (ASL) 339 metres (1,112 feet)
Survey Date July 1968
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swaLweLL (Beaver) Lake
Beaver 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.You can try some dry flies, says Hasler. T o m
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.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
catches.Trollers can explore the many deep holes of the lake
trolling a Willow Leaf.Even non anglers are encour-aged to come out
as t h e resort has all the equipment needed to catch fish, from
reels and rods to
boats a n d
m o t o r s . 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 fish-ing this lake, contact the
resort at beaverlakeresort.com. Take a look at the Anglers Atlas
page for Swalwell Lake and post your stories, tips and more. See
anglersatlas.com/lake/101354.
LAKE ACCESS
From 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.
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
south-western end of the lake, and pro-vides campground spaces as
well as cabin rentals. Facilities avail-able at the resort include
a well-ness 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 domes-tic water
supply and water levels may be affected.
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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
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NEWvaseux Lake
Vaseux 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 top-water 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.
Note: The fish-ing regula-tions specify no power boats,
refer-ring to a Cana-dian Wildlife Service regulation. Vaseux Lake
can get quite windy, and can be challenging for paddling, however
eve-nings can calm down, making later day a good time to head
out.Please be sure to check out the B.C. Freshwater Fish-ing
Regulations for Vaseux Lake, as restrictions are in place and
quotas have changed for 2014.The Vaseux Lake page on the Anglers
Atlas website has some great reports and tips, and is a great place
to post your own sto-ries, photos and map markers. See
anglersatlas.com/lake/101542.
LAKE ACCESS
Vaseux Lake is located along Highway 97 between Oliver and and
Okanagan Falls. Vaseux
Lake Provincial Park borders large sections of the lake and has
campsites for overnight accommoda-tion. The area is also well-
known for the excel-lent wildlife habitat. The park is a
national waterfowl sanctu-ary, and the bluffs
around the lake form California
bighorn sheep habitat.
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Surface Area 275 Hectares
(680 Acres)
Maximum Depth 27 metres (89 feet)
Elevation (ASL) 326 metres (1,070 feet)
Survey Date August 1963
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wiLgress Lake
Wilgress (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 fair-ly 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 2014, 6,200 trout were
stocked in Wilgress Lake.Wilgress Lake is ideal for small boats,
and belly boats are a
good way to take advantage of the lake. Fishing from shore is
chal-lenging here because of the sedge grass and muddy bottom.Fly
fishing is the most com-mon technique used by anglers. Damselfly
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duce 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.
Keep a look out for emerging sedges during this time, as
they
give anglers a great chance to see these rainbows take to the
surface for dry flies. Nice shoals are locat-ed in the south and
east end, with a small island near the rest area. Gear fishers can
succeed with small tackle. If youve 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. The Anglers Atlas
now has a follow feature, where mem-bers 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/lake/101612.LAKE ACCESS
There is a rest area, modern washrooms, picnic tables, camping
and a cartop boat launch. Wilgress Lake is 22 km west of Grand
Forks on Hwy 3 or 12.8 km. east of Greenwood.Map and article based
on mate-rial provided by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of
BC.
Surface Area 17 Hectares
(43 Acres)
Maximum Depth 17.4 metres (57 feet)
Elevation (ASL) 994 metres (3,261 feet)
Survey Date Unknown
Contour Units Metres
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may not reflect current conditions. Uncharted hazards may exist.
Base Map Province of British Columbia.
yeLLOw Lake
Yellow Lakes 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, dur-ing the midsummer, the lake can see algae
blooms. Both the rain-bows 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 right-hand 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 wil-low leaf
produces well. Yellow Lake is a popular ice fishing destination due
to its proximity to Penticton. Locals concentrate their fishing
near the bays closest to the park-ing lots. Jigging a hook with
power bait or meal worm are the most common methods.
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.
LAKE ACCESS
The lake is 25 km from Penticton. Follow Hwy 97 south past
Kaleden and turn
w e s t onto Hwy
3A. The lake will be on the left side of the highway.
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 wash-rooms.
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.Please note that there
is an engine restriction of 7.5 kw (10 hp) in place for Yellow
Lake.
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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 2015-2017Page 40Okanagan Region
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Changes as of April 1, 2015 are highlighted.
GENERAL RESTRICTIONSNo 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
streamsAnd you must release:Bull trout (Dolly Varden) from
streamsKokanee: 5 (none from streams)Whitefish: 15 (all species
combined)Bass: 8 (largemouth & smallmouth combined)Burbot:
2Yellow perch: 20Walleye: 8Crappie: 20Crayfish: 25
POSSESSION QUOTASPossession 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.
TABLE LEGENDSee the following tables for exceptions and
additional regulations on specific waters. Stocked Lake (not all
stocked lakes listed, see p. 87)* Including tributaries
Youth/Disabled Accompanied Water
The large fishing vessels you see on Okanagan Lake are part of
the Okanagan Lake Mysis Fishery. Mysis shrimp were introduced into
Okanagan Lake in the 1960s to provide an additional food source for
Rainbow Trout and enhance the fishery. However, these shrimp
compete with young kokan-ee for the same food source
(phytoplankton) and their introduction has resultedin negative
impacts to kokanee stocks. The Okanagan Lake Mysis Fishery is an
experimental initiative, led by the Province, to investigate the
feasabil-ity of large-scale removal of Mysis from Okanagan Lake, as
a method to improve in-lake rearing conditions for kokanee.The
primary period of operation is May-October (based on productivity
& catch), however the fishery can occur year round. Fishing
efforts are focused on the north end of the lake, between Fintry
Provincial Park and Cameron Point; where the highest
concentration