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Caution: Do not use this map for navigational purposes. This map may not reflect current conditions. Uncharted hazards may exist. Base Map ©Province of British Columbia.

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The Omineca Region is made up of the western

edge of the Rocky Mountains and the interior plateau around Prince George and Vanderhoof. It extends north-west to the

Omineca Mountain Range.

This vast landscape offers anglers some of the greatest freshwater fishing in the world with thousands of lakes and countless streams and rivers.

Many of these lakes are a little out-of-the-way and are subject

to very little fishing pres-sure. Some of them, such as Ferguson Lake and Shane Lake, are jewels

in our own back yard, perfect for a child to

cast a line and catch a fish.

Some of the lakes we feature here are world-class trophy lakes, managed with a view to the future. We also take a look at a few of the larger bodies of water in the Omineca region, big waters containing big fish.

This guide barely scratches the surface of this region’s lakes. Around each of the featured lakes are dozens more that are just as productive. Maps for many of these lakes are freely available from our website at

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OMINECA FISHING 2011

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Contributors: Dan Moffat, Brian Smith, Lewis Johnson, Wayne Koftinoff, Mark Parker, Ken Still, Arlene and Brian Ellison.

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BOBTAIL LAKE

Quick FactsQuick FactsSurface Area• 841 Hectares

(2,078 Acres)

Maximum Depth• 20.1 metres

(66 feet)

Elevation (ASL)• 813 metres

(2,667 feet)

Survey Date• July 1968

Contour Units• Feet

Bobtail Lake, formally known as Naltesby Lake, is part of the Chilako River sys-tem located southwest of Prince George.

There have been great fishing reports coming from this lake with some anglers saying it has been the best fishing they have seen in years.

There is a diversity of species in this lake including burbot, kokanee, rainbow trout and whitefish.

The lake used to be part of the provincial stocking pro-gram run by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC. It was last stocked with rainbow trout in 2004.

Anglers who like to fly fish on this lake may find a Woolly Worm or an Egg-sucking Leech can be very effective, while gear fishers may

w a n t to try a small spin-ner or spoon. Float fishing with a small piece of egg sac or worm can be productive as well.

The Chilako River is a great fish-ery itself. Brian Smith, author of Fly Fishing BC’s Interior, says that the Chilako offers decent trout fishing, using adams, midg-es, caddis, stoneflies and mudler patterns.

LAKE ACCESS

There are two main routes that will bring you to Bobtail

Lake from Prince George—via the Bobtail Forest Service Road or the Pelican Forest Service Road.

To find the Bobtail FSR, trav-el west along Highway 16 for roughly 50 km, until you meet this road. Turn left (south) onto the Bobtail FSR, and follow for roughly 21 km, until you meet the Blackwater FSR. Turn left again (south-east), and follow for

another 25 km, at which point you will meet the north end of Bobtail Lake. This road fol-lows the eastern shore of the lake, and there is a Forest Recreation site located along this stretch.

Another route is via the Pelican FSR. From Prince George, follow Highway 16 West for roughly 10 km, and turn left (south) onto the Blackwater Rd (heading to West Lake). Continue along this road for 20 km, until you meet the Pelican FSR, at which point you turn right (west). Follow the Pelican FSR for 35 km, until you meet the Blackwater FSR, where you will turn right (north). Continue along this road for roughly 15 km, where you will emerge at the south end of Bobtail Lake. The Forest recre-ation site is on the left hand side, just after meeting the lake.

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CARP LAKE

Quick FactsQuick FactsSurface Area• 5,676 Hectares

(14,025 Acres)

Maximum Depth• 39 metres

(128 feet)


(2,776 feet)

Survey Date• August 1976

Contour Units• Metres

Carp Lake Provincal Park cov-ers more than 48,000 Hectares,

tying Carp Lake to the headwaters of the McLeod River. The endless bays and islands offer anglers a new experience each time out.

Rainbow trout can be caught up to six pounds, but catching one or two pounders is more likely. While fly fishers are often advised to match the hatch, the same can be true for gear fishers. Try to choose gear with colours

that will match available food sources and your target fish’s food preferences.

The adventurous angler can explore smaller lakes within the park. There is a short trail s o u t h of Drumlin B a y w h i c h

leads to Dace,

Sucker and Squawfish Lakes. Those seeking an easier alternative can visit Rainbow Lake, a short hike from the main campground. Check the fishing regulations for information about restrictions.

Carp Lake is a large lake and boaters can be exposed to high winds and rough water. Remember to bring life jackets and emer-gency kits.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George, head north along Highway 97 rough-

ly 140 km to the community of McLeod Lake. The turnoff to the park is Carp Lake Road on the left (west) side of the highway. This gravel road runs for 32 km to the park, and is narrow in places. Please use cau-t i o n a l o n g

this road as it is also used

by indus-trial traffic.

The park has two fully main-

tained campgrounds and a concrete boat launch.

More campsites are located on three islands which are user-main-tained and provide an exceptional wilderness experience.









CHUBB LAKE


(114,897 Acres)


(610 feet)


(2,336 feet)

Survey Date• 1964


Chubb Lake is located south of Prince George, just west

of Highway 97. This lake has good rainbow trout fishing and is one of the earlier lakes in the area to lose its ice cover.

Gear fishers should consider a red Apex, a good standard lure that can work in a variety of conditions. Small spin-ners can be a good choice as well.

B r i a n S m i t h , author

and photographer, says that it’s often worthwhile to try chirono-mids in all their stages, from pupa to emerging adult. Chironomids hatch early and often, and larvae patterns are good searching pat-terns. Adult patterns can be good

choices for early mornings, cloudy days, and evenings.

Smith’s book, Fly Fishing BC’s Interior, is a great reference for the Central Interior, complete with fly patterns. Smith’s

insect knowledge and experience

is put to

good use, and is a must-have for Central Interior anglers. His book is available on the Angler’s Atlas website (www.anglersatlas.com), or at local bookstores.

Chubb Lake is considered one of the Omineca Region’s Family Fishing Waters. Family Fishing lakes are usually good places to fish with children, offering easy access and good shore fishing opportunities.

All boaters should be aware that fishing regulations restrict the motor size on boats to 10 horse-power. Please consult the current fishing regulations, before head-ing to the lake.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George, head south along Highway

97, about nine km south of Hixon. Turn right (west) at Plett Road, which also has signage for Chubb Lake Bible Camp. While on this road, stay left at first fork, and head up the hill. The lake is about seven km along this road.

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COBB LAKE


(519 Acres)


(33 feet)


(2,549 feet)

Survey Date• October 1982


Cobb Lake is about 70 km west of Prince George and is

a popular fishing lake all four sea-sons. The lake supports a healthy population of rainbow and brook trout and is regularly stocked by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC.

Dan Moffat from Northern Hardware in Prince George, says that Cobb Lake is a really good spot all year round. In the fall, there’s little pressure on the lake, and the trout are fattening up for winter.

As the weather cools down after the heat of summer, the fish are beginning to be more active again.

In the spring and summer, Moffat notes that there are plenty of choices. “The lake is always good for small spinners,” he suggests. Anglers can also try c h i r o n o -m i d s

and flatfish.

“Another option is a bobber and worm, fishing plain and simple,” he adds.

When the ice comes off the lake in early May, pay attention to the emerging insects. Often, leeches and chironomids are early-season insects. As the summer progress-es, take some time to note dropoff areas and weeds, as these are ideal dwelling places for trout.

Cobb Lake is great for families because it’s close to town and easy to get to.

To learn more about fishing this lake, drop by Northern Hardware in downtown Prince George and talk to one of their helpful staff at the fishing counter.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George, follow Highway 16 west for about

65 km, and then turn right (north) at Finnmore Road just before Cluculz Creek. Follow Finnmore Road for 6 km, and you will see another road on the right (name unknown). This road is not plowed in the winter and may not be suitable for driving. Continue along this road for a short distance and the recreation site turn off (right) is just past the creek. You can access the lake from there.





CRYSTAL LAKE


(91 Acres)


(92 feet)


(2,375 feet)



Crystal Lake is known for its sandy beaches and great

trout fishing. The lake is fairly small but quite deep, measuring over 90 feet in the centre, and it is regularly stocked with rain-bow trout and brook trout. The lake is close enough to the town of Bear Lake if you need any supplies or services quickly.

L e w i s

Johnson, local Prince George author, suggets one of his favou-rite patterns for fishing Crystal Lake—the Woolly Worm. This pattern is great for trolling

around this lake.

Brook trout will feed read-

ily on several insects, including worms, leeches, mayflies and caddisflies. Fly lines between 5 and 7 pounds work best. Early morning is a good time to ven-ture out.

Gear fishers may have success with small spinners such as a Blue Fox. Troll through cool water, as these trout have a low tolerance for heat.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George fol-low Highway 97 north for

almost 70 km. The turnoff road is poorly marked, but watch for the “McEwan” sign along the railline, as it parallels the highway. There will be a small turn off on your right (east). If you’ve crossed the railway tracks you’ve gone too far.

Follow the road for several kilo-metres, and it will come out at Crystal Lake. The road is bumpy and has a steep hill so come pre-pared. There is a public recreation site on the lake.





DINA LAKE


(390 Acres)


(82 feet)


(2,280 feet)



Dina Lakes are a group of lakes in the Heather - Dina Lakes

Provincial Park. While some facili-ties are available, they are rustic, and the lakes offer a chance to explore in a wilderness setting. Dina Lakes are a popular canoe circuit as well as a popular angling destination. Dina Lakes #1, 2 and 3 are the prime fishing spots in this chain of 6 lakes.

Rainbow and brook trout are both stocked in these lakes.While Dina Lakes #1 and 2 have been stocked with trout for many years, Dina Lake #3 has been more recently rehabilitated to enhance the fish-ery and create a spawning stream. Once barren, Dina Lake #3 now supports a healthy trout fishery.

Fly fishing early in the sea-son is ideal for this group of lakes. Try a glass-bead chironomid, which imitates a chi-ronomid in its pupa stage. These are slow mov-ing and w o r m -like. Try v a r i o u s sizes in black, olive and maroon shades. Cast your line out and let it sink. Retrieve slowly, using a very slow

hand twist retrieve.

Another pattern to try is a leech. Woolly Buggers, Beadhead Leeches and Marabou Leeches are some flies that may work at any time of the season. There are times when a leech can do the trick when nothing else seems to work. Keep leeches on hand in maroon and brown shades, as well as black.

LAKE ACCESS

Dina Lake #1 is the only lake in the Dina Lakes chain that

is accessible by vehicle. The other lakes in this popular canoe

c i r c u i t can be

reached by short portage. From Mackenzie, head north on Highway 39 about 10 kilometres. Turn onto the Parsnip West Forest Service Road. The gravel road is suitable for 2wd in dry weather, though 4wd is recommended in wet conditions.

On the Parsnip Forest Service Road there is a sign at about the 31 kilometre point which indicates the way to the Dina Lake Forest Service recreation site, on Dina Lake #1. The recreation site is on the north side of the lake, with ten vehicle units, picnic areas and a boat launch. Campers are remind-ed to pack their own water, as there is no drinking water available at

these lakes.





EAGLET LAKE


(2,110 Acres)


(31 feet)


(1,942 feet)



Eaglet Lake is a medium size lake east of Prince

George, roughly 40 km from the city. It is close to the Willow and Fraser Rivers, and supports a diversity of fish species. In the spring and autumn, t h e

l a k e has a

good rainbow trout fishery, and is

also popular for fishing burbot.

Try trolling for burbot just off the bottom with a small spoon. Burbot tend to lurk under rocks, amid roots, and in holes in banks. If you are spending the night, you may want to use a set line. The Freshwater Fishing Regulations explain the acceptable use of a set line. Keep in mind that the quota for burbot on Eaglet Lake is 1.

Ice fishing for burbot is a great winter pasttime, as they

tend to be

most active in the colder weather. Simple jig-

ging with worms is effective. Burbot are not a fussy spe-cies!

If you are going after rainbow trout, try a casting rod with a Mepps, Rooster Tail or Triple Teazer. If trolling, try a wed-ding band.

There are other lakes in the area that may be worth explor-ing. Reports are that Hansard Lake and Aleza Lake con-tain rainbow trout. Numerous other small lakes, such as Long Lake, Plantation Lake and Amanita Lake, are also reported to contain rainbow trout or lake chub, which can be fun for young children to catch.

Amanita Lake also offers a

rec-r e a t i o n

site with a dock and campsites.

Drop by Northern Hardware to talk to the staff at the fishing counter about fishing

Eaglet Lake, or to pick up some tackle.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George, head east on Highway 16 about

15 km, until you meet Upper Fraser Rd., and turn left (north). Follow Upper Fraser Rd. past the town of Willow River and into Giscome. This road meets Eaglet Lake along its western shore, and then wraps around the north-ern shore. There are several places for anglers to stop, and there is also a park on the northern shore.





EENA LAKE


(133 Acres)


(75 feet)


(2,500 feet)



Eena Lake is an ideal loca-tion, both for its beauty and

its high catch rates. There are several shoals, making it ideal trout habitat. Eena Lake has also been designated a Family Fishing Water by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC. Family Fishing Waters are so named because they are easily accessible and the lakes boast ample opportunities to fish from shore or a pier. See the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations for more informa-tion.

Families and beginners will find this a great place to start. A couple of deeper areas at the north and south ends are perfect for angling in the heat of the summer when the trout go deep. Brian Smith, author of Fly Fishing BC’s Interior, says that the west side of the island is a great place to start at any time.

The hatches on Eena Lake are a gold mine for fly fishers. Chironomids, mayflies, damsel-flies, caddisflies and dragonflies are all available to the trout. In particular, Smith calls the mayfly hatch in May and June, “phenom-enal.”

Smith adds that chironomids, shrimp and leeches are all staple

pat-t e r n s here.

Early and late in the season, try fish-ing the shallows and out from the shoreline debris.

Pick up a copy of Brian Smith’s book at local bookstores, or on the Angler’s Atlas website: www.anglersatlas.com

LAKE ACCESS

Eena Lake is located about 35 km north west of Prince

George, near Nukko Lake. Follow Highway 97 north for about 15 km to Chief Lake Road, and turn left (west). Continue along Chief

Lake Rd. for another

18 km (Note: at the 13 km mark the road forks - keep right at the fork). At Eena Lake Road turn left (west) and continue for 5 km. Make a left turn at Woods Road, and then right onto Quinn Road. Access to the lake is at the end of the road.

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FERGUSON LAKE


(47 Acres)


(20 feet)


(2,549 feet)

Survey Date• 2007


Ferguson Lake is small lake within the City of Prince

George, along the north-east edge of the city limits.

The lake has been stocked with brook trout for sev-eral years, but starting in 2007, the lake is being developed as an urban fishery. Each year since then, volunteers from the Spruce City Wildlife Association have released rainbow trout into Ferguson Lake.

The club is developing this location into a popular local fish-ery for anglers and educators. A new dock has been constructed, and it is quickly becoming a favourite local spot. It’s easy to get to and the fishing has been great. The Father’s Day Fishing Event is a great way to introduce children to fishing.

This lake has been designated a Family Fishing Water by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC. Family Fishing Waters are so named because they are easily accessible and the lakes boast ample opportunities to fish from shore or a pier. See the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations for more information.

LAKE

ACCESS

From Prince George, head north along Hwy 97 to Kelly Rd North, still within city limits. Turn left (west) onto North Kelly Road and con-tinue for approximately 1 km, then turn left onto Ferguson Lake Rd. Stay on this road (keeping right at the fork where it turns to gravel). The lake is located on the left side of road.

There is a small parking area and

t h e lake has

a dock to fish from. It is ideally suited for small water-craft, and no motors are permitted.

The lake is surrounded by a nature preserve and has a trail around the lake.


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FINGER LAKE


(2,167 Acres)


(41 feet)


(3,140 feet)




Finger Lake is about a two hour drive from

Prince George and is part of the Chilako River Watershed. This remote lake is a perfect weekend getaway for the fam-ily and is ideal for fishing with children.

Wayne Koftinoff from Finger Lake Resort says that fishing has been great. Several larger sized fish have been report-ed. Anglers can be rewarded with trout up to five pounds and a high catch rate. Popular spots on the lake include “The Narrows,” south of the second island, and The Deep Hole on the north finger. The many islands in the lake are great habitat, and anglers are never far from shore.

Koftinoff notes that trolling small spinners with a Willow Leaf is productive. “Using a sink tip or full sink with dragon fly nymphs, Doc Spratleys or popular leech patterns are just as rewarding”, he says.

Koftinoff suggests that Finger Lake is a great Family Fishing destination because, “Kids catch fish!” The main dock is the site where a 6 year old caught a 3 pound trout. The two docks are easily accessible from the resort’s campsites and comfortable cabins.

Koftinoff is enthusiastic about the other fishing opportunities nearby as well. Arthur, Tatuk, Lavoie, Hay, and Cicuta Lakes are just some of the many tro-phy trout lakes in the area. He says that one of these nearby lakes produced a trout estimat-ed to be 10 to 12 pounds. Keep in mind that many of these are hike-in lakes, and many are catch-and-release.

To learn more about Finger Lake Resort contact Wayne Koftinoff at 1-866-334-6437.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George, head west along Highway 16 to

the town of Vanderhoof, and turn south onto the Kenny Dam Road. Follow this road, past the Saik’uz Reserve, to the Kluskus Forest Service Road—roughly 25 km from the Vanderhoof turnoff.

Turn left (south) onto the Kluskus FSR and continue for about 42 km, until you reach the turnoff to Gold Road on your left (south).

Finger Lake Resort offers cab-ins and campsites, as well as boat rentals. The on-site store stocks lures, flies and bait, and licenses are available. Visit www.FingerLakeResort.com for more information.

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GANTAHAZ LAKE


(99 Acres)


(38 feet)

Elevation (ASL)• 731.5 metres

(2,400 feet)

Survey Date• June 1970


Gantahaz Lake, close to Mackenzie, is an ideal spot

for families and beginners. A pop-ular lake, Gantahaz has also been designated one of the region’s Family Fishing Waters.

Family Fishing Waters are so named because they have simple regulations and are easy to access. Many of these lakes can be fished from shore.

Gantahaz Lake offers convenient access for families looking to stay close to town. The lake is stocked with brook trout, and there is a boat launch.

When targetting brook trout, try small lures. Small spoons such as a Dick Nite may work well, or try a spinner with a flatfish. Mepps or Blue Foxes are good choices

to start.

Fly fishers could try a black leech, damsel or dragonfly. Leeches are good early season choices, before the insects start to hatch in greater numbers. However, they can also work mid-season when a hatch is ending, as they can add a bit of variety. Don’t be afraid to experi-ment if something isn’t working.

If you’re in a boat, trolling slowly may give you the best results. Early in the morning or later in the evening are the best times to go after brook trout, as they will be most actively feeding at these times.

Gantahaz Lake offers good ice fishing. P l e a s e

remember to be extremely careful when heading out onto winter ice!

LAKE ACCESS

From Mackenzie head north about 5 kilometres along high-

way 39. There is a day use site and a boat launch on the east side. Only electric motors are permit-ted. There is an easy walking trail around the lake approximately 3.7 kilometres long.











HART LAKE


(138 Acres)


(29 feet)


(2,346 feet)



Hart Lake is a great place to catch large

trout, and the numerous hatches throughout the season can be a fly fish-er’s dream.

Dan Moffat, from Northern Hardware in Prince George, is enthusiastic about the fly fishing on Hart Lake. “It’s one of the best fly fishing lakes in the area,” he says.

Early spring is prime time on Hart Lake, “as soon as the ice is 20 feet from shore,” says Moffat. He suggests leeches for an early season pattern.

Moffat suggests chironomids as another option for indicator fishing. Tie the fly pattern on the end of a long leader and attach a small bobber (strike indicator) so the fly dangles just off the bottom, between six inches and two feet.

Let the fly dangle for a while, giving the line an occasional twitch. You may need to check out a few different depths and locations before hitting the right hole. Chironomid fishing is often done at the 18-20 foot depths. Bloodworm and chi-ronomid patterns can be inter-changed.

Moffat notes that mid-summer

c a n b e touch and g o on Hart Lake, but that the lake is not so shallow as to suffer through real summer doldrums. “When the fish are on, it’s one of the best lakes ever,” he says.

Note that there are no motors permitted on Hart Lake. Instead, bring your belly boat and settle in for a quiet retreat.

For more information about fishing on Hart Lake and other regional lakes, stop by Northern Hardware and talk with Dan

Moffat and the expe-

rienced fishing staff.

LAKE ACCESS

Hart Lake is about 70 kilo-metres north of Prince

George along Highway 97 and lies within Crooked River Provincial Park. The lake is just east of the highway, right before the town of Bear Lake. There is a parking lot located just off the highway, then follow a trail for 200 metres which brings you to the lake.





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MACKENZIE LAKES

Quick FactsQuick FactsSurface Area• 16.9 & 25.9

Hectares (42 & 64 Acres)

Maximum Depth• 9 & 4.1 metres

(30 & 13 feet)


(2,799 feet)



Ma c K -enzie Lakes are located south west of Prince George. They are small lakes, with an average fishery, with some anglers reporting trout up to 25 inches.

In 2005 new regulations came into effect on MacKenzie Lake #2 (East). There is a daily quota of 2 rainbow trout.These regulations are intended to increase the average size of fish in the lake. Ideally, MacKenzie Lakes could become trophy trout lakes like Hart Lake, located north of Prince George.

In the summer months the west lake is often preferred by many anglers as it is a deeper lake. But in the spring and fall the cooler waters can make the fishing good in both lakes. Try trolling a Woolly Bugger or Doc Spratley. These generic

flies are excellent searching patterns, good to use to get an idea of what the fish are feed-ing on.

LAKE ACCESS

To get to

MacKenzie Lakes, head west out of Prince George along Highway 16, to the Blackwater Road turnoff. Turn south and follow the Blackwater Road for about 30 km, past Baldy Hughes, until you meet the Mt. MacKenzie Lookout FSR. At this point you have a choice to make—which lake do you want to visit?

To get to MacKenzie Lake East, turn left (east) along Mt. MacKenzie Lookout FSR and follow for about two km. Then turn right on a side road to take you to the east lake rec-

reation site.

If your destination is MacKenzie Lake West, con-tinue along Blackwater Road for another two km, and turn left on a side road that will

take you to the recreation site.

Recreation sites are acces-sible by 2WD. The west campsite can be accessed

via the Blackwater FSR, but bear in mind that

access is steep and can be tricky if

it’s wet. The east campsite can

be access via Mt.

MacKenzie Lookout FSR and has a cartop boat launch.





MORFEE LAKE


(915 Acres)


(145 feet)


(2,365.5 feet)



Morfee Lake is a mere five minutes from downtown

Mackenzie. It is stocked annually with rainbow trout, and is home to lake trout, chub and whitefish as well.

Morfee Lake has been desig-nated one of the region’s Family Fishing Waters. This means that the lake is easily fished from shore or by boat, and is an ideal place for young or beginner anglers.

Beginners may want to consider going after chub. Though not the best for eating, chub can be caught fairly easily and may keep younger folks interested while they learn. Try using smaller sized hooks and rods. Target the lower depths with a small split shot above the hook.

The trout in Morfee Lake are from the Blackwater strain. They are aggressive and tend to be most active during the d a y . They prefer to for-

age in shallower water.

Fly fishers going after rainbow may have success with an Elk Hair Caddis or Parachute Adams, ensuring you have several dif-ferent sizes. Other standard pat-terns to try are larger dragonfly nymphs fished along the shoals.

In his book, Fly Fishing BC’s Interior, author and photogra-pher Brian Smith reccommends using smaller nymphs in the fall than you would in the spring. Fish through areas of cover such as logs or weeds.

Smith also suggests that some larger, pale green patterns with larger eyes could be the trick for a slow day in many interior lakes. Try keeping these patterns on hand with several sizes of nymph patterns.

Pick up Smith’s book on the Angler’s Atlas web-s i t e

(www.anglersatlas.com) or stop by your local bookstore to get a copy.

LAKE ACCESS

From Mackenzie town cen-tre at the intersection of

Mackenzie Blvd and Centennial Drive, head down Centennial Drive 2.5 kilometres to Morfee Lake Road. Drive down this road to the lake.

There are sandy beaches and numerous opportunities for recre-ational activities. Accomodation is available in the town of Mackenzie, including a campground.





NESS LAKE


(502 Acres)


(60 feet)


(2,552 feet)



Ness Lake, located near Prince George, is well-

known for its recreational opportunities and the Ness Lake Regional Park. However, it is less known for its great fishing opportunities.

Rainbow trout up to 6 pounds have been reported in Ness Lake, and brook trout are plen-tiful as well.

When targetting brook trout, remember that they will be found in water 53 degrees far-enheit (12 degrees celcius) or cooler. Just before morning’s first light, or later in the eve-ning, are good times to try your luck in the summer.

Brook trout will prefer smaller spinners such as a #0 Mepps or Blue Fox. Panther Martin lures may work well, and leech patterns are good

flies to try.

Dan Moffat from Northern Hardware, suggests a Jim’s Jig for early spring, or for late fall and winter. Stop by and talk with Dan at the fishing counter for more helpful tips.

Over the past two decades, Ness Lake has been stocked each year with rainbow trout and brook trout.

Last June, 15,000 brook trout fingerlings (Aylmer AF3N stock), and 10,000 rainbow trout yearlings (Tunkwa stock) were released.

Stocks from o t h e r ha tch-

eries have been released into this lake in past years, including Tzenzaicut, Badger, Pennask, NRT Genier, Premier and Swallwell strains.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George, follow Highway 97 north to Chief

Lake Road on the left (west). Turn here and continue along this road for about 20 kilome-tres. Look for signs pointing to Ness Lake Community Hall on the right (north). (Note: Chief Lake Road turns into Ness Lake Road about twelve kilometres from the Highway).





OPATCHO LAKE


(99 Acres)


(77 feet)


(2,733 feet)



Opatcho Lake is south-east of Prince George, roughly 50 km from the city. It is a small lake, but quite deep reaching 77 feet at its maximum. Rainbow trout have been stocked most years since 1967 and the lake is known to produce trophy trout for the patient angler.

Local author, Lewis Johnson, suggests a few of his favorite patterns for fishing Opatcho Lake—a black micro leech and a halfback nymph. The micro leech is used as a strike indicator pattern. It is also effective fishing deep with a long leader. In the early spring and later in the fall when the surface water is cool Johnson suggests fishing the shallows.

B r i a n Smith, author of Fly Fishing BC’s Interior, sug-gests trolling in a zigzag pat-tern from deep to shallow and back again. He also notes that late spring or early summer might be the best time for Opatcho Lake’s big catches. This is the best time for early mayfly hatches and damsel-flies.

There is a gear restric-tion and quota in place for Opatcho Lake. Please consult the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations before heading out.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George, head south on Highway 97 until you hit the Willow Forest Service Road, roughly 20 km. At the Willow FSR, turn left (east) and travel another 30 km. If you reach the Willow River, you’ve gone too far. The turnoff is just before the river on your left (north). Access is good and brings you to a recreation site on the the lake. The site is small (7 vehicle units) and in a treed area with a cartop boat launch.





SHANE LAKE


(109 Acres)


(19 feet)


(2,664 feet)



Prince George anglers can now enjoy a great new fishing

opportunity in the heart of the city thanks to the

w o r k of the

Northern BC Sport Fishing Task Force, the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC, and the Ministry of Environment, said Sean Simmons, Chair of the Task Force.

Simmons says this helps fulfill a key goal of the Task Force — making it easier for famillies, and especially kids, to enjoy fishing within the city.

This is the second waterbody in Prince George to be developed in the past few years, along with Ferguson Lake. Shane Lake was added to the city fishing locations in 2009 with the relase of 1,300 catchable trout.The fish were pro-vided by The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC.

“Developing new recreational fisheries close to urban centres is just one part of our strategy to ensure that B.C. enjoys the best freshwater fisheries in North America,” said FFSBC President Don Peterson. “Recreational fish-ing is more than just a great way to spend time with family and friends, it also contributes over $1 Billion dollars each year to the provincial economy.”

Children under the age of 16 can fish for free, and

Shane Lake is well suited to angling with inex-pensive fishing gear.

Adults can purchase a freshwater

licence at their local

tackle shop or buy one on-line at www.fishing.gov.bc.ca.

FISHING THE LAKE

Shane Lake is very productive, providing a lot of food for the

fish. As a result, the trout grow fast.

In the cooler seasons, the fish are found throughout the lake and can be easily caught from the dock at the north-east edge of the lake.

In the heat of summer, the fish will generally be found in the deeper water. A small boat can help get to deeper water, or cast out as far from the dock as possible.

LAKE ACCESS

The lake is located within Forests For the World, a

park area managed by the City of Prince George. From down-town, take 15th avenue towards the university, and turn right on Foothills Blvd just before the hill. Follow Foothills about a kilome-tre to Cranbrook Hill Rd. on the left (west) side of the road.

Follow Cranbrook Hill Road up the hill to Kueng Rd., on the left (south). Turn here and follow to the end of the road where the parking lot is located.

The lake is a short 10-15 minute walk from the parking lot. Canoes and small boats can be packed into the lake, or you can choose to fish right off the dock.





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Stony Lake is part of the Willow River watershed,

and is located south-east of Prince George. It is a medium size lake, and supports a mod-erate sport fishery. The lake is

popular among area resi-dents, as it has

f o u r

r e c r e -ation sites on the lakeshore.

Kokanee are a favorite fish among many anglers on Stony Lake. Two popu-lar lures for fishing kokanee on this lake are the Triple Teazer, manufactured by Worden’s, and the Original Dick Nite.

Try a Big Apex and Flasher, suggests Dan Moffat from Northern Hardware in Prince George. He also notes that there are some great spots along sandy shoals in Stony Lake.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George head south along Highway 97

until you meet the Willow Forest Service Road. Turn left (east) and follow this road to the Willow River (about 30 km). Just before meeting the river turn right (south) and continue along this road for about 10 km. Keep your eye for the 1000 Rd. turnoff, just past Camp McInnis, on your left (east).

Follow this road over the Willow River and continue

for another 35 km until you reach the Slender

FSR.

There are many side roads on the way to Stony Lake, and a good map of the area is recom-mended.

Three recreation sites are locat-ed off of the Slender FSR, and a fourth site located off of the 700

Road, before reaching Slender FSR.Below is a breakdown of what is available at each recreation site.

S T O N Y L A K E W E S T is RV accessible, with three vehicle units. Cartop boat launch with good gravel beach.

STONY LAKE NORTH is 2WD accessible, with six vehi-cle units. Cartop boat launch with good gravel beach.

STONY LAKE EAST is 2WD accessible, with six vehicle units. Cartop boat launch with fine gravel beach.

STONY LAKE SOUTH is 2WD accessible, with

four vehicle units. Cartop boat

launch.

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STUART LAKE


(90,000 Acres)


(317 feet)


(2,225 feet)



St u a r t Lake is a large lake found in British Columbia’s central interior. It measures over 65 km in length and more than 10 km across in some places, offering some of British Columbia’s best freshwater fishing.

Stuart Lake supports a good fish-ery for kokanee and large rain-bow trout up to 5 pounds. Three popular lures for catching big trout are the Coyote by Luhr-Jensen, Gibbs FST, and Williams Wobbler. Dan Moffat from Northern Hardware in Prince George notes that Apex has a new colour line that may work well in Stuart Lake.

Most spots are productive, and around the many islands, there are several drop-off areas that are worthwhile. Anglers may want to try the areas around Honeymoon Island (northeast shore) and Battleship Island (near Whitefish Bay along the south shore). There are several islands in the south-east arm of the lake that would be productive, and around the bays of the north shore and the north-

w e s t -ern arm.

Trolled spoons in red and silver or pearl colour com-binations can work well. Remember to troll slowly, varying your speed slightly, and work in “S” curves.

Every Canada Day week-end the Fort St. James Chamber

of Commerce hosts a big fishing derby. Call (250) 996-7023 for details.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George head west along Highway 16

past Vanderhoof until you meet Highway 27. Turn right (north) and follow until you reach the town of Fort St. James.

There are several access points to Stuart Lake, but only three loca-tions are profiled here. All have boat launches and are on the south-ern shore of Stuart Lake.

Before crossing the Stuart River into Fort St. James (Highway 27), turn left (west) onto Sowchea Road. This road goes past two

provincial parks—Paarens Beach and Sowchea Bay. Paarens Beach has a concrete boat launch at the south end of the park, and Sowchea Bay has a single lane concrete boat launch with limited parking.

The third access point is Whitefish Bay recreation

site, located about half way up the

lake, and is accessible

b y

2 W D . Again, turn onto Sowchea Road and follow for about five km, then turn

left (south) onto the Cunningham Forest Service Road. Follow this road for about 40 km, until you meet the Cunningham-Camsell FSR. Turn right (north), and fol-low it to the shores of Stuart Lake. The Whitefish Bay recreation site is an open site, with boat launch and space for 20 vehicle units.





TABOR LAKE


(934 Acres)


(27 feet)


(2,310 feet)



Tabor Lake, close to Prince George, is a great all-around

location. It’s close to town and amenities, making it perfect for a quick trip after work or on week-ends. Flies and lures both work well, and it’s an ideal place to take children.

“Tabor is a great fishing lake,” says Dan Moffat from Northern Hardware. Both flies and lures are good choices, and with so many hatches, anglers can feel free to experiment.

“Try Hotshots, or flatfish, or any attracting gang troll,” Moffat suggests.

As for f l i e s , “ there

are 40 different hatches on Tabor Lake,” meaning that there’s always something going on. There are so many different kinds of insects that fly fishers will eas-ily find something that works.

If you want to stick with a stan-dard, leeches are good early sea-

son patterns,

Moffat advises.

There are ample shore-fishing opportunities on Tabor Lake, making it an ideal place for kids to learn. There are no particular restrictions on the lake, and chil-dren will have fun learning here.

For more information about Tabor and other regional lakes, stop by Northern Hardware in

Prince George and talk with Dan Moffat and the knowl-

edgeable crew at the fishing counter.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George, head east along Highway 16

about 15 km to Giscome Road on your right (south). There are two boat launches on Tabor Lake, a public boat launch at the north end of the lake, and a private boat launch at the Log House Restaurant and RV park, near the south end of the lake.

To get to the north boat launch, follow Giscome Road for roughly 2 km to Valhalla Rd., on your left (south) and turn here. At the end of this road is the public boat launch. Alternatively, you can continue along Giscome Road to the Hedlund Road, and follow the signs to the former Log House Restaurant.





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01702357


(1,460 Acres)


(195 feet)


(2,382 feet)



Tacheeda Lakes are part of the Parsnip River water-

shed, which flows north into Williston Lake and eventually reaches the Arctic Ocean.

This circuit of lakes is a popular getaway. The lakes have been stocked with rain-bow trout several times since 1978, using different strains of trout, including Dragon and Tunkwa Lake stocks.

Dick Nite, the Triple Teezer

and the W e d d i n g

Band are popular lures for fishing Tacheeda Lakes. For the Char fishery, try the One-Eyed Wiggler, made by GIBBS.

When targetting kokanee, anglers may have luck with small lures. Wedding rings are popular. Try using different colours, and experiment with flourescents. Kokanee are known to have a preference for red, so these colour com-

bina-tions should

produce good results.

Because Tacheeda Lakes are quite deep, the summer dol-drums are not an issue here. There are extensive bays and shoals, creating ample trout habitat. In particular, islands are a great place to start. Troll slowly and work out from here.

There are three recreation sites on the shores of this lake. The symbols shown on the map are approximate.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George, head north on Highway 97 for

about 90 km until you meet the Red Rocky Forest Service

R o a d on your right

(east). Follow this road for about half an hour and past Fishbone Lake. This road meets Tacheeda Lakes at the south-western shore, and winds along the length of both lakes. If you reach the Parsnip River you’ve gone too far.

Of special interest, just south-east of Tacheeda Lakes is an ecological reserve. Please keep in mind that consump-tive activities, including camping and quadding, are not allowed. Please consult BC Parks for futher infor-mation about this and other ecological reserves. The web-site address is http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/





TATUK LAKE


(4,680 Acres)


(134 feet)


(3,025 feet)



Ta t u k Lake is about a two hour drive south-west from Prince George, in the heart of Finger-Tatuk Provincial Park. This lake boasts of great kokanee and rainbow trout fishing.

Ken Still from Tatuk Lake Outfitters and Wilderness Resort says that Tatuk Lake is an excellent family destination, where kids can catch 2 pound rainbows right off the dock. “It truly is an amazing fishery,” he says.

“When I use a fly rod, I have my best luck with a red Doc Spratley, trolled slow for rainbow and fast and farther out for kokanee,” says Still. He adds that standard lures such as Willows Leafs and Wedding Bands are good produc-ers.

For those going after kokanee, he suggests chrome and red Triple

Teazers and Dick Nites, “but you have to troll fairly fast.”

Try the west arm of the lake, which is steady through the summer months. Fishing off the islands and the east end is good in early September.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George, head west along Highway 16 to

the town of Vanderhoof, and turn south onto the Kenny Dam Road. Follow this road, past the Saik’uz Indian Reserve, to the Kluskus Forest Service Road—roughly 25 km from the Vanderhoof turnoff.

Turn left (south) onto the Kluskus FSR and continue for about 42 km, until you reach the turnoff to Gold Road on your left (south). Proceed down this road until you meet the entrance to the resort. A Forest Rec Site is found along Gold Road, where the road meets the west end of the lake.

Alternatively, the Bobtail Forest Service Road or the Pelican FSR

c a n be used to travel to the east-ern shore of Tatuk lake. For maps of this area, you can log on to the Angler’s Atlas web site (AnglersAtlas.com), and download the Access Map for this lake—see the Vanderhoof Map Series.

Tatuk Lake Outfitters and Wilderness Resort is a family operated business located on the north-west shore of the lake. The resort offers fully equipped cabins year round, and provides outdoor enthusiasts with activities for all seasons including guided hunts for big game. Visit their web site at:

www.TatukLake.com

For those anglers that prefer camping, there are two Forest Recreation Sites at the east and west ends of this lake.

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TEZZERON LAKE


(114,897 Acres)


(610 feet)


(2,336 feet)

Survey Date• 1964


Tezzeron Lake, north of Fort St. James, is a large lake

with plenty of rainbow and char.

The recreational opportunities on Tezzeron Lake are

numerous. There are

two resorts and a Forest Service Recreation Site locat-ed on the lake.

Janet Turnbull, host of Tezzeron Resort, says that rainbow trout and lake char offer the best angling opportunities.

Dan Moffat from Northern Hardware in Prince George says that a Halo Fisher FST is a good lure to try. Put on an 8 to 10 ounce weight and run it behind the prop wash. A good standby lure would be an Apex in green, black and silver.

Moffat suggests experimenting with different lengths of line and trolling speeds. Try trolling out from points of land.

Moffat notes that a good fish finder is important to find shoals. “There are big rocks

throughout the lake,” he says.

To learn m o r e

about fishing this lake, drop by Northern Hardware, and talk to Dan Moffat and the knowledgeable staff.

LAKE ACCESS

Tezzeron Lake is located approximately 50 kilome-

ters northwest of Fort St. James. From Prince George, head west past Vanderhoof to Fort St.

James. Drive north from Fort St. James and follow the Pinchi Forest Service Road. Turn onto the Germansen - Tezzeron Road and follow it to Tezzeron Lake.

There are two resorts along the southern end of the lake. Tezzeron Resort, a family resort, can be reached at (250) 483-4059. They offer both large and small cabins, campsites, fishing, swimming and sever-al amenities. Cinnabar resort can be reached at (250) 996-

0028. There is also a Forest Service Recreation

Site on the southeastern corner of the lake, offering 7 camp-sites, toilet facilities and a boat launch.





TREMBLEUR LAKE


(28,999 Acres)


(337 feet)


(2,255 feet)

Survey Date• September 1953


Trolling for trout is a great way to fish Trembleur

Lake. This big, wild lake is home to kokanee, lake trout and trophy sized rainbow trout, as well as salmon. Its varied shoreline provides numerous coves and bays to explore.

There are some popular lures that will work well in Trembleur Lake. Try One-eyed Wigglers, a Tom Mack, an Apex #4 or #5, or large Hotshots.

Having a lot of line is important because when a big fish bites, it will often go straight down to the bottom. It is important to have enough line on your reel s o

y o u don’t lose the

fish.

A down rigger isn’t necessary because big fish can be found at

all depths. However, if you’re only catching smaller fish, you may want to try trolling faster. Larger fish may tend to go after faster bait.

Remember that Trembleur Lake is big water and a remote lake.

Flowing from Takla Lake into Trembleur Lake is the Middle River, which reportedly has phenomenal fishing. Brian Smith, author of Flyfishing BC’s Interior, says that the Middle River is definitely on his must-fish list. The Middle River provides critical hab-

i t a t for sockeye,

and also supports white sturgeon.

LAKE ACCESS

There are several ways to access Trembleur Lake—

by boat, truck or float plane. To travel by float plane contact a local air charter service. If you are travelling by boat you can navigate from Stuart Lake, travelling upstream through the Tachie River to Trembleur Lake. For access by road sev-eral logging roads can take

you to the lakeshore, and many require 4WD. We profile one of the access points here.

From Burns Lake, head east along Highway 16 to just before Vanderhoof. Turn left (north) onto Highway 35. Continue past the town of Fort

St. James about 5 km,

where you will meet the Tachie Road. Turn left (west), and follow for about 40 km to the Leo Creek Forest Service Road (FSR). Turn right (north), and follow for 20 km to the Leo Tarnezell FSR. Turn left (west) and fol-low to the eastern shore of Trembleur Lake.

These road directions are pro-vided as a general aid, but we strongly recommend getting good maps for the area before you go. The Ministry of Forests has map books available.





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TUDYAH LAKE


(1,594 Acres)


(120 feet)


(2,205 feet)



Tudyah Lake is south of Mackenzie Junction on

Highway 97. The area around Mackenzie is prime fish habi-tat with its cool, nutrient-rich water. Tudyah Lake is home to rainbow trout and dolly varden, and anglers will enjoy exploring the shoals and bays of this beautiful lake.

Anglers targetting dolly var-den can try small spinners, especially early in the season. Fly fishers may want to use egg and shrimp

patterns. Keep in mind that the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations restrict quotas of dolly varden, and limit retention of this species from

October 16 to August 14.

Rainbow trout are also present in Tudyah Lake, and can be fished with gear or flies. Gear f i s h - ers can try

trolling small spoons or spin-

ners, remembering to stay within the speed limits for your lures. Spoons should wobble and spinners should spin. Good multi-speed spoons are a Loco and a Krokodile.

Please consult the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations before heading out.

LAKE ACCESS

Tudyah Lake is south of Mackenzie Junction along

Highway 97. There is a Forest S e r v i c e

Rec Site on the northeast side of

the lake with 4 camp sites, a boat launch, picnic tables and pit toilets. Tudyah Lake Provincial Park has its borders along the southeast corner of the lake. The park offers full camping facilities, including drinking water, and sites are available on a first come first served basis.





VIVIAN LAKE


(110 Acres)


(27 feet)


(2,235 feet)



Vivian Lake is a small jewel just north of Prince George.

Home to brook and rainbow trout, the lake is a popular destination for fishing, boating and swim-ming. The fish are big and the lake is perfect for some tried and true fly patterns and lures.

Arlene and Brian Ellison, own-ers of Vivian Lake Resort, say that because the trout don’t repro-duce, they put all their energy into getting bigger.

“Try a Ford Fender or a Wedding Ring in black or dark green,” says Brian Ellison. He adds that trolling is best in the area around the boat dock, right around “the island”, a shallower area just past the dock.

Fly fishers can try black leeches, chironomids and Doc Spratleys, again in dark colours. Ellison says that bloodworms are also good patterns for Vivian Lake. Head out about 200 feet and cast from there, or drift down around the far side across from the resort, around the bay area.

Ice fishers are in for a treat. This popular ice fishing destina-tion can be rewarding for patient anglers. It’s helpful to remember that if you’re drilling a hole, give it some time before you drop your line. Arlene Ellison says that there are often anglers on the lake

as soon as the ice is thick enough. Use the public access for winter fishing, as the resort is closed from November to May.

Vivian Lake is stocked with brook and rainbow trout, and the lake is a Family Fishing Water. This means that the lake is easily accessible to fish on shore or by boat, and that there are simple regu-lations. Head out and talk with Brian and Arlene Ellison for more fishing tips, or stop by Northern Hardware and talk with Blair Moffatt for great ideas for fishing Vivian Lake.

LAKE ACCESS

From Prince George, head north on Highway 97 to

Chief Lake Road. Turn left onto and drive straight out. Do not turn at the sign to Chief Lake; continue straight. Approximately 5 kilometres after the road turns to gravel. Vivian Lake Road is on the right hand side. Turn here and drive about a kilometre to the resort.

Vivian Lake Resort is a full ser-

vice resort with cabin and boat rentals, as well as single and group campsites. Amenities include firewood for sale, fire pits and pit toilets. Showers are available, and there are 2 boat launches. For more information about the resort, contact Brian and Arlene Ellison at (250) 967-0027.

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