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NewStockingReport pp 33-34

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Okanagan Fishing 2013

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Okanagan

key Map

OKANAGAN FISHING 2013

PublisherSean Simmons

Production Co-ordinatorKathy Buhler

Contributors: Georges Boucher, Chicky Drouillard, Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC, Cory Goldfinch, Adrian Hasler, Rod Hennig, Audrey Hoglund, Savas Koutsantonis, Nick Pace, Sandy Steinley.

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The Okanagan Region cov-ers the southern section

of BC’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 several big water lakes. An-glers can target a variety of species including rainbow trout, lake trout, perch, bass, kokanee and salmon. Bass fishing in the region is quickly becoming a favourite sport with several lakes offering great opportunities for this species. Vaseux Lake is one of them and is

profiled in this guide. In fact it is sometimes referred to as the best bass fishing lake in the province.This guide is meant as an ap-petizer to some of the great fishing lakes in this region. Around each lake fea-tured in this guide are often dozens of other lakes that are just as pro-d u c t i v e . Maps for o t h e r l a k e s in this region a r e

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Arlington lAke

Quick FactsSurface 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

Arlington Lakes are located south-east of Kelowna off

of Highway 33. There are three lakes in this chain, which contain rainbow trout and perch.“We fish the perch quite a bit because it’s great for the fam-ily,” says Rod Hennig, from Rodney’s 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 are less than a pound. These fish are fairly easy to catch and the high catch quotas for this species allow fish-ers to catch enough for a good meal. Anglers 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 with colours. Try a #98 or #162, which are a couple of his go-to lures. A #44 is a popular stan-dard.

Other successful lures for this lake include the Lyman Lure #80 and #30. They also have coloured lures that resemble perch—num-ber #24 & #55.Hennig suggests trolling right along the shoreline, and along the margins of the submerged island. To learn more, visit his website at www.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 by two wheel drive. The site has a cartop boat launch and 12 vehicle units for camping. Hennig notes that this site has been re-done in the past couple of years, and that it's a great place to camp.

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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 2012, 1,500 trout were stocked here.Early spring is a great time to fish Bardolph Lake, and the ice is usually off fairly early. Nick Pace, owner of Trout Waters Fly and Tackle in Kelowna, rec-ommends bloodworms and chironomids early in the season. Using a bobber (strike indicator) fish these fly patterns in about 16 to 18 feet of water with the fly dangled less than a foot off the bottom. Other popular fly patterns include microleeches and drag-onfly nymphs, says Pace.Lure fishers may want to troll with standard gear such as Willow Leafs and Wedding Bands. A good spot to start fishing is directly out from the recreation site. The northwest side of the lake can be weedy, and that can also provide great trout habitat.

Shoal areas are

good places to con-centrate, and can be par-

ticularly 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. Then continue for roughly 20 kilometres to Coldstream Creek Road on the left (north). Follow this road about three kilometres to a crossroad and turn right (east) taking

y o u across Coldstream Creek.The turnoff to Bardolph Lake is on the right (south) about one kilometre from the crossroad turnoff. But beware there are numerous side roads enroute to the lake which make it easy to get lost. We suggest getting a good map of the area before heading out. The road is very bumpy but Pace says it is acces-sible 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.

Quick FactsSurface 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

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. Fish-ing derbies are a common occur-ance during the summer months.Shore fishing is best accomplished from the recreation site on Davis Lake. Small spinners, or a worm and bobber, are easy tackle. If you’re trolling, head to 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 Thumbs or an Elk Hair

Caddis. Evenings are productive for

these flies. In the shallow

bays, cast a damse l f ly nymph.

The north section

o f

Boss Lake offers great fly fish-ing. Leeches are especially useful to have on hand. On Davis Lake, the shoals are ideal for a variety of nymph patterns. When fishing with chironomids or blood worms, venture into the deeper sections of both lakes. This can prove to be helpful in hot weather conditions. Nearby Tahla Lake is worth inves-tigating as well. Tahla Lake was stocked with 1,000 rainbow trout in 2012.LAKE ACCESS

From Kelowna take Hwy 97C towards Merritt; turn off left

(south) onto Kane Valley Road. Proceed approximately 9 km., turn left onto Voght Valley Road. This is a gravel logging road; use cau-tion 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 at the site. Boat launches are lo-cated in the south east corner and at the north end. Both lakes are 2 wd accessible. Map and article based on source material provided by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC.

Quick FactsSurface Area• 43.5 & 25 Hectares

(107 & 62 Acres)

Maximum Depth• 11 & 17 metres

(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

North-east 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 “Okanagan’s Heritage Re-sort,” it operates as a fishing re-sort and a family destination.

The lake is stocked each year, and in 2012, 1,000 rainbow trout were released. The standard patterns work well—Doc Spratleys, Tom Thumbs in the evening, and black leeches. The key

ingredient is a hint of red.

Dee Lake is a good place to experi-ment with different colours and pat-terns.

One such pattern is a Pumpkinhead. Try

fishing this pattern on slow days if the bite is

off. These are also good times to try some general

searching patterns such as a chi-ronomid larva.

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

all of them worth fishing.

To learn more about the resort, visit their website at www.DeeLak-eResort.com.

Check out the An-gler’s Atlas web

page for Dee Lake at www.anglersatlas.

com/lakes/423. Add your own stories, photos

and tips. While you’re there, follow your favourite lakes to

be notified whenever new infor-mation 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 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.

Quick FactsSurface Area• 39 & 48 Hectares

(96 & 119 Acres)

Maximum Depth• +9 & +12 metres

(+30 & +40 feet)

Elevation (ASL)• 1,351 metres

(4,432 feet)

Survey Date• September, 1964

Contour Units• Feet

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echO Lake

Large trout are standard in Echo Lake, and the fish-

ing is great. Georges Boucher from Echo Lake Resort says that a near 16 pound Gerrard was taken, as well as some big rainbows.Boucher recommends anglers troll the nymph pattern with a full sink line. Flyfishers 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” 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 popular colour, and the Gerrard was fished with a black Apex. Other types of tack-le are also productive. A Willow Leaf or Ford Fender are most popular, he says.Best fishing times are early sum-mer and early fall. Trolling can yield the biggest fish, although fly fishing seems to produce

larger quantities, says Boucher. There are weed beds right near the resort that are good places to fish.Echo Lake is part of the province’s stocking program, operated by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC. The stocking for this lake utlizes strains such as Blackwater, Pennask and the famous Gerrard strain.In 2012, rainbow trout were stocked in Echo Lake, including 5,000 Gerrards. As well, the lake was stocked with 3,000 brook trout.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 Angler’s Atlas and follow your favourite lakes and Experts. This feature allows members to be notified whenev-er new information is posted to their favourite lakes. Visit www.

a n g l e r -satlas.com. Also see the Echo Lake page at www.angler-satlas.com/lakes/509. 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 cozy 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:www.EchoLakeFishingResort.com

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

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.

Quick FactsEneas 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, 1969Contour Depth• Feet

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hidden Lake

Hidden Lake, a scenic 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 it’s 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 BC stocks the lake with 15000 triploid rainbow trout of the hard‑fighting Pennask stock.Chironomid fishing can be spectac-ular in the early spring, and again

later in the fall. The bays along

t h e n o r t h -w e s t

side, and also on the

south side, are your best

bets. With your fly hovering near the bottom,

retrieve slowly. The south end is

also ideal as a shelter from the wind. As a bo-

nus, there are nice shoals and dropoffs here, too.

If the fish are not on the shoals try the deeper water with blood

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

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 Angler’s Atlas web page for Hid-den Lake at www.anglersatlas.com/lakes/813.

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 (En-derby‑ Mabel Lake Rd.). Proceed on this road for 9 km and turn south on Hidden‑ Shuswap Rd. This road will take you to a fork in the road, take the left fork and proceed to lake. There are several camping options here, with three different recreation sites along the lake. The largest is on the east side. All have boat launches. A fee is charged from May 1st to September 30th .

Article based on source mate-rial provided by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC.

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

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

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 con-sult the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations before heading out.

To outfit yourself with the com-plete gear for fishing Idleback Lake, drop by Trout Wates Fly and Tackle

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LAKE ACCESS

From Penticton, head east up the Carmi Road about 20 km to

the Okanagan Falls Forest Service Road. Turn left (north) and con-tinue for another six kilometres to Idleback Lake on the left (west) side. The forest recreation site has a gravel boat launch with thirteen campsites.

Quick FactsSurface 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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Jackpine Lake

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 Tackle’s 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 r igh t (west).

There is a forest rec-reation site on the lake, which sports six vehicle campsites and a boat launch. The site can get busy on week-ends.

NOTE: Only electric motors permitted.

Quick FactsSurface Area• 42.9 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, chironomids are a good choice. Black and chrome are good colours to start with.A Carey Special or a Doc Spratley in black, maroon or olive are also good choices. Careys are good for trolling in the depths with a full sink line. At other depths, try short tugs in your retrieve.D r a g o n and dam-s e l f l y

nymphs are good later season choices. Again, olive may work best.The fishing 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 f i sh ing t imes , b u t

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Jewel Lake has been named one of the

region’s Family Fishing Waters. Family Fishing

Waters are great places for children and beginners. The

regulations are simple, and the lakes are easily accessible. Many of these lakes can be fished from shore or dock. Visit www.gofish-bc.com for more information.Jewel Lake is best for small boats and float tubes. Please note that there is an engine power restric-

tion of 10 hp, and a speed restriction of 8

km/h on Jewel Lake.New in 2013, Angler’s Atlas members can now follow their favourite lakes and Experts, and

be notified whenever new information is posted to their favourite lakes. Visit www.anglersatlas.com for details. The Angler’s

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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 cabins and campsites, along with tackle, boat rentals and fishing licenses. Contact them at 1-877-945-6500, or visit their website at www.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.

Quick FactsSurface 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© The Angler’s Atlas

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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.” Another good location is around the creek. He notes that in the past couple of years , t h e

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well. There are plenty of nutrients

in the lake, which may explain the increase in productiv-ity.

Steinley suggests that grasshoppers in the fall are good choices. The train tracks near the lake have often driven grasshoppers into the lake, making them available as a food source for the trout. These normal-ly unlikely food source may be a good choice for anglers targeting the trout.

Please consult the BC Freshwater

Fishing Regulations before fishing Kalamalka Lake. Various boating restric-tions are in place, and there is a daily limit of 2

kokanee.

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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 grassland area along a beautiful bay of Kalamalka Lake. There are 69 vehicle acces-sible campsites, and a double lane, concrete boat launch.

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

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

kaLaMaLka Lake

Quick FactsSurface 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 sized 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 wil-derness around Keefer Lake, with five mountain peaks in the area, including Yeoward, Monashee, Eureka, Inonoaklin, and Whatshan

Mountains.Members of the Angler’s Atlas have added some great pho-tos and tips to the Keefer Lake web page. Visit www.anglersat-las.com/lakes/953 to check it out. While you’re 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 cabins, longhouse, or camp-ground. The resort also offers boat

a n d 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 vehicle units for camping. A boat launch is pres-ent, but it is considered a poor facility.

There is another small recreation site on Keefer Road, about two kilometres from the highway. The Monashee‑Kettle River recreation 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 www.KeeferLake.com

Quick FactsSurface Area• 69.2 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 photographer’s 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.

Angler’s Atlas members have posted map markers and photos for both lakes at www.anglersat-las.com/lakes/959 and www.an-glersatlas.com/lakes/35. 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 source material pro-vided by the F r e s h w a t e r Fisheries Society of BC.

Quick FactsSurface Area• 36 & 55 Hectares

(89 & 136 Acres)

Maximum Depth• 40 & 36 metres

(131 & 118 feet)

Elevation (ASL)• 1,000 & 994 metres

(3,281 & 3,261 feet)

Survey Date• July, 1959 & Aug.

1951

Contour Units• Metres

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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 aren’t huge, but they’re 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.“It’s a big, clean lake, and it’s busy all summer, and people are catching fish,” he says. He also notes that there are burbot, 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 BC Freshwater Fishing Regula-tions Synopsis, published by the

BC Government.Kenkraft in Vernon has every-thing from RVs to fishing tackle. Stop by and they’ll 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 sites—South 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

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Follow this road for 35 km

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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 kilometres. The site can accommodate

up to 55 vehicles/camp-ers, is RV accessible and

has a boat launch.

Quick FactsSurface 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

MaBeL Lake

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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 targetting bass, several dif-ferent lures can prove success-ful. Frogs and minnows are worth a try, and chartreuse is a good colour to experi-ment with. Top-water kinds of lures can bring r e su l t s . Try a Lyman

p l u g , cast out

and reel back on top of the

water. If you’re in deep, try a Dick Nite.

Anglers will want to 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, BC Bassmasters is a provincial orga-nization dedicated to the sport, where members can learn, have fun, and connect with other bass anglers. Visit www.bcbassmas-ters.com for more information. In the past, they have organized tour-naments. There are none sched-uled for this year, however, with

e n o u g h interest, club president Cameron Fraser says

that future tournaments are very likely.BASS FISHING IN BC

There are more than 50 water-bodies in BC that contain

bass, including several lakes in the Okanagan. The West Coast Bass Anglers have identified four other lakes where you can fish for bass—Osoyoos, Skaha, Gallagher and Tugilnuit Lakes. Their web-site, www.wcba.ca, lists other lakes in BC as well.

Although these species are not native to BC, 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 natu-rally occuring trout populations. It should be stressed that stocking lakes with bass is illegal and any sightings of this behavior should be reported to a conser-vation officer.

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.

Quick FactsSurface 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 excellent year-round fishing opportunities. Osprey and Link Lakes are an excel lent choice for fish-ing in the heat of the m i d - s u m -

mer. Their higher elevation 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.

F l y f i s h e r s

will find that leeches and drag-

onfly nymph patterns can be 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 popular spot for trout feeding on the abun-dant aquatic insects. Fly fishers in the spring, with chironomids, will concentrate at the narrow of the lake and east end. There are two boat launches on Osprey Lake, one in front of

O s p r e y Lake Retreat B&B, which also offers boat rentals. The 5 vehicle unit Recreation site on the north end of Osprey Lake also has a steep boat launch. Link Lake has 3 vehicle unit 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!Angler’s Atlas members have posted map markers for both lakes. Visit www.anglersatlas.com/lakes/1433 for Osprey Lake, and www.anglersatlas.com/lakes/1086 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.

Quick FactsSurface 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

© The Angler’s

Atlas

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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 pro-ductive, and says that the lake’s many small islands are ideal trout habitat. Fishing around the islands will shelter anglers from the wind. Koutsantonis sug-gests using a Wedding R i n g or flat-f i s h .

F l y f i s h e r s

may find that dry flies in the late spring can be very productive. In summer, early mornings and eve-nings 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 sub-merged logs.One of the hot flies to try is the ʻOyama Secretʼ 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

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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 anoth-

er 2 km down the road. NOTE: This last section of road is VERY rough, and a 4WD is recom-

mended. There is a for-

est 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 cab-ins, a store and boat rentals. For more information, call the resort at (250) 862-1013.

Quick FactsSurface Area• 364 Hectares

(899 Acres)

Maximum Depth• 23.9 metres

(78 feet)

Elevation (ASL)• 1,341 metres

(4,400 feet)

Survey Date• July, 1966

Contour Units• Feet

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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 Rodney’s Reel Outdoors, suggests trollers use a 2 to 3 foot leader on the end of a Willow Leaf and use a Lyman Lure #30, which looks like a little fish. "Trout see the feathery action of the willow leaf and then see a fish chasing it and go after the fish." Hennig notes that Pinaus Lake is heavily stocked, partly in order to compete with the perch, which are not native to this lake. Despite the competition from the perch, the trout can still be quite large. In 2012, 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 to catch.

Audrey and Arvid Hoglund, hosts of Pinaus Lake Resort, say that the best time for perch fish-ing is the end of May. Hoglund notes that ice fishing is also suc-cessful. Try heading out from the rec site.Into May, fly fishing for trout begins in earnest. Hoglund rec-commends a ‘52 Buick or black Doc Spratley. Gear fishers should try silver colour combinations, particularly into June and July. She also suggests that shrimp and worms are usually great bait choices.Have you fished Pinaus Lake? Tell our members about it! Visit www.anglersatlas.com/lakes/1491 for the Pinaus Lake web page.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 kilome-tres along Ingram Road, emerg-ing 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. They have summer specials there. Stay four days and get 10% off. Check their website for others.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.

Quick FactsSurface Area• 169 Hectares

(418 Acres)

Maximum Depth• 53.6 metres

(176 feet)

Elevation (ASL)• 1,006 metres

(3,300 feet)

Survey Date• June, 1969

Contour Units• Feet© The Angler’s Atlas

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pOstiLL Lake

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.

It’s also close to Kelowna, which means it’s 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 season, 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 15kms. 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 www.postilllake.com for more informa-

tion.

There is a Forest Service Recreation Site on the north-

west side of Postill Lake with 5 camp sites, tables and toilets, and a cartop boat launch.

Quick FactsSurface Area• 106 Hectares

(263 Acres)

Maximum Depth• 13 metres

(42 feet)

Elevation (ASL)• 1,392 metres

(3,568 feet)

Survey Date• August, 1973

Contour Units• Feet

© The Angler’s Atlas

Fishing Tip #6

Research the region you will be fi shing in to fi nd out what kinds of fi sh live

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rOse vaLLey Lake

Rose Valley Lake is a short drive west of Kelowna,

and offers excellent rainbow trout fishing during spring and autumn.

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

Rose Valley Lake is a great family fishing lake. It is 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 rain-bow trout because weed growth d e v e l o p s a r o u n d

t h e shoreline and

t h e surface water warms up.

Koutsantonis advises readers

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 knowledgeable about the local fish-i n g

lakes. For more tips on fishing this lake, drop by and talk to Savas Koutsantonis and the staff.

LAKE ACCESS

From Kelowna, head west along Highway 97 across

Okanagan Lake and turn right (north) onto West Side Road. Continue along this road for a short distance to Rosewood Dr., which becomes McDougall Road. The road turns into a gravel road shortly after the name changes, and continues up to the southern tip of the lake at the dam.

T h e r e 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 fishing regulations before your first cast.

Quick FactsSurface 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 Lake

Quick FactsSurface Area• 2,010 Hectares

(4,967 Acres)

Maximum Depth• 57 metres

(187 feet)

Elevation (ASL)• 339 metres

(1,112 feet)

Survey Date• July, 1968

Contour Units• Feet

Skaha 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 Network’s 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 lake’s 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 you’re trolling, slower is better. Red and silver can be good colour combinations.

Please consult the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations before head-ing out. There are speed restric-tions or “no vessels” (as buoyed and signed), in various locations.

If you’re familiar with Skaha Lake, head over to the Angler’s Atlas website and tell our members all

about it! www.anglersatlas.com/lakes/1698 is the place to post stories, tips, pho-tos and videos. Add your markers to the lake and tell your fellow anglers about everything from hazards to hotspots!

While you’re 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 www.angler-satlas.com for details.

If you’re 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. They’ve 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.

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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 is stocked with 35,000 rain-bow trout in 2012.

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

f l i e s , ” says Hasler. Tom Thumb is a popular pattern on 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 encouraged to come out as the resort has all the equip-m e n t

need-ed to

catch fish, from reels and

rods to boats and motors. They also

have a guide available, highly recommended to ensure

you make the most of your fishing time on the lake. To learn more about fishing this lake, contact the resort at www.beaverlakeresort.com.

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

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

o f 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 www.BeaverLakeResort.com.

Note: The lake is used as a domes-tic water supply and water levels may be affected.

Quick FactsSurface Area• 259 Hectares

(640 Acres)

Maximum Depth• 30.5 metres

(100 feet)

Elevation (ASL)• 1,345 metres

(4,412 feet)

Survey Date• September, 1964

Contour Units• Feet

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vaseux Lake

Vaseux Lake has become one of BC’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 power bait 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 BC Freshwater Fish-ing Regulations for Vaseux Lake, as restrictions are in place, and quotas have changed for 2013.The Vaseux Lake page on the Angler’s Atlas website is a great place to post your stories, tips and map markers. See www.anglers-atlas.com/lakes/2011.

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 accom-modation.

The area is also well known for the excellent wild-life habitat. The park is a national waterfowl sanctuary, and the bluffs around the lake form California bighorn sheep habitat.

To learn more about this park, please con-

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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

Contour Units• Feet

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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 fairly shallow, the trout are most active in spring and fall. The trout are an average size, though some larger ones have been known to come out of the lake. In 2012, 5,000 yearling trout were stocked in Wilgress Lake, along with 1,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout.W i l g r e s s

Lake is ideal for small boats, and belly boats are a good way to take advantage of the lake. Fishing from shore is challenging here because of the sedge grass and muddy bottom.Fly fishing is the most common t e c h -

n i q u e u s e d

by anglers. Damselfly and drag-

onfly patterns can produce well here. Later in the season,

try nymph patterns down deep. Leeches and shrimp can bring

in the trout, again with a full sink line.

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 you’ve got light gear, try trolling or casting a Panther Martin or another small spinner near the shore. Go deeper with a willow leaf and wedding band. The Angler’s Atlas now has a “follow” feature, where members can sign up to be notified when new information is posted to their favourite lakes. Check out www.anglersatlas.com for details. The lake page for Wilgress Lake is at www.anglersatlas.com/lakes/2081.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 source material provided by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC.

Quick FactsSurface Area• 17.3 Hectares

(42.7 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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yeLLOw Lake

Yellow Lake’s easy access and well stocked waters

welcome anglers of all levels. This popular trolling lake lies south west of Penticton en route to Vancouver.

Rainbow, kokanee and brook trout are both stocked in Yellow Lake. Your best bet is to try your luck in the cooler seasons. Brook trout are more active at cooler temperatures. Also, 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- ers. 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

west 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 high-way. Yellow Lake has an aera-tion 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.

Quick FactsSurface Area• 32.5 Hectares

(80 Acres)

Maximum Depth• 36 metres

(118 feet)

Elevation (ASL)• 762 metres

(2,500 feet)

Survey Date• June, 1960

Contour Units• Metres

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While wading through rivers and streams

avoid wearing bright colours or plain white, as it often spooks fi sh.

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Waterbody Name Species Released

AGUR RB 1,000

AILEEN RB 1,500

ALLENDALE RB 1,500

ALLEYNE RB 16,425

ALLISON RB 10,000

ARTHURS RB 500

BAIRD RB 5,000

BAKER RB 2,000

BARDOLPH RB 1,500

BARTON RB 300

BEACON RB 500

BEAVER RB 35,000

BECKER EB 2,000

BIELY RB 500

BIG WHITE BEAVER PONDS

RB 500

BISSON RB 1,000

BLUEY RB 10,000

BONNEAU RB 500

BORGESON RB 4,000

BOSS RB 6,000

BOULDER RB 500

BRENDA RB 2,000

BROWNE RB 7,000

BRUNETTE RB 500

BUCK RB 2,000

BURNELL RB 600

BURNS RB 1,000

BUTLER RB 750

CHAIN RB 7,500

CHRISTIE EB 1,000

CHURCHILL EB 900

CLARK 2 (SE) RB 1,000

CLARK 3 (NE) RB 1,000

CLEAR RB 500

CLIFF RB 2,000

COALGOAT RB 500

COLLIER LOWER (NW) RB 1,000

COLLIER UPPER (SE) RB 500

CONKL RB 8,000

CUP RB 2,000

DARKE EB 2,000

DARKE RB 2,000

DAVIS RB 6,000

DEADMAN RB 5,000

DEE RB 30,000

DENISON RB 300

DERENZY RB 500

DEWOLF RB 1,000

Waterbody Name Species Released

DIVIDE RB 1,000

DOBBIN RB 1,000

DOREEN RB 8,000

DRY RB 3,000

DUO VIA EB 1,000

EASTMERE RB 1,000

ECHO RB 2,000

ECHO RB 20,000

ERN EB 1,000

FISH EB 2,000

FIVE O'CLOCK RB 1,000

FLOURINE RB 500

FLYFISH 1 (W) RB 3,000

FLYFISH 2 (E) RB 4,000

FRIDAY RB 5,000

GARDOM RB 10,000

GARNET EB 1,000

GARNET RB 1,000

GARRISON 1 (N) RB 1,500

GARRISON 2 (S) RB 750

GELLATELY RB 500

GILL RB 500

GLADSTONE RB 2,670

GLEN EB 500

GLEN RB 2,000

GOOSE RB 7,000

GRASSY RB 1,000

GREYBACK RB 5,000

GRIZZLY SWAMP RB 3,000

HAGGKVIST RB 2,000

HALL ROAD POND RB 1,000

HAYNES RB 5,000

HEADWATER 1 (S) EB 8,000

HEADWATER 2 (E) RB 5,000

HEADWATER 3 (M) RB 3,000

HEADWATER 4 (W) RB 1,000

HIDDEN RB 15,000

HIGH RB 1,500

HOLIDAY RB 1,000

HOLSTEIN RB 1,000

HOODOO RB 2,000

HOOK RB 2,000

HYDRAULIC RB 10,000

IDABEL EB 3,432

IDLEBACK RB 1,000

ISINTOK RB 5,000

JACKPINE RB 8,000

JEWEL EB 4,550

Waterbody Name Species Released

JEWEL RB 15,000

JOHN BURNS RB 500

JOHNNY RB 1,500

KATHY RB 500

KENTUCKY RB 17,500

KENTUCKY NW POTHOLE

RB 1,000

KENTUCKY SE POTHOLE

RB 500

KIDD RB 1,000

KIDNEY RB 6,000

KILPOOLA RB 1,500

KUMP RB 2,000

LADY KING RB 600

LAIRD RB 4,000

LAMBLY RB 5,000

LARKIN 1 (S) RB 500

LARRY RB 1,500

LASSIE RB 7,000

LEONARD RB 3,000

LINK RB 8,000

LIVER RB 300

LOCH DRINKIE RB 1,000

LOCH LARSEN RB 1,000

LODESTONE RB 500

LOON EB 1,000

LOON RB 1,000

LOON RB 1,000

LOOSEMORE RB 5,000

LOST RB 1,000

LUDWICK RB 7,000

MACDONALD RB 2,271

MADDEN RB 4,000

MARTIN RB 2,000

MCCAFFREY RB 3,000

MCCALL RB 500

MCINTYRE EB 1,000

MCLEAN RB 500

MINNOW RB 2,000

MOORE RB 2,000

MOORE RB 500

MUNRO RB 3,000

MURPHY 1 (E) RB 1,000

MURPHY 2 (W) RB 3,000

NARAMATA RB 1,000

NEVERTOUCH RB 5,000

NICKEL PLATE RB 6,000

NORMAN RB 500

ORIAN RB 500

2012 Okanagan Trout Stocking Report

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Waterbody Name Species Released

OSPREY RB 12,000

OTTER KO 14,991

OTTER RB 12,000

OYAMA RB 15,000

PEACHLAND RB 3,000

PEAR RB 3,450

PETE'S RB 1,000

PINAUS RB 20,000

PINTAIL RB 500

POLSON PARK POND RB 1,000

POSTILL RB 1,000

PROSSER RB 2,500

PROVIDENCE RB 2,000

RAMPART RB 4,000

RENEES POTHOLE RB 500

RICK RB 2,000

RIPLEY RB 3,000

ROBERTSON RB 2,500

ROD RB 500

ROSE VALLEY RB 2,500

RUSSELL RB 1,000

RUTH RB 500

SANDRIFT 1 (N) RB 1,000

SANDRIFT 2 (SE) RB 2,000

SECRET RB 1,000

Waterbody Name Species Released

SECRET RB 500

SEIDNER EB 500

SEIDNER RB 500

SHANNON RB 3,000

SIGALET RB 2,000

SILVER RB 5,000

SPRING RB 500

SPUKUNNE RB 1,000

SQUARE RB 1,000

STONY RB 750

STREAK RB 4,000

STRINGER RB 1,500

SUMMIT RB 3,000

SUNDAY RB 5,000

SW DENISON (LOWER) RB 500

SW DENISON (UPPER) RB 1,000

SWAN RB 12,000

TAHLA RB 1,000

TAURUS RB 2,500

TAYLOR RB 1,500

TAYLOR RB 500

TERRACED RB 500

THALIA RB 9,000

THOMAS RB 1,000

THONE RB 2,000

Waterbody Name Species Released

TURTLE EB 1,000

TUZO RB 500

TWIN EB 1,500

TWIN RB 1,500

VINSON RB 2,000

WESTMERE RB 700

WHITEHEAD RB 10,000

WILGRESS RB 6,000

WILLIAMSON RB 3,000

WOLLASTON (SOUTH) RB 500

WOLLASTON (SOUTHWEST)

RB 250

XENIA RB 3,000

YELLOW EB 15,000

YELLOW KO 4,979

YELLOW RB 15,000

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