Lower Mainland BC Fishing 2018

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Vedder River

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Freshwater Fishing Regulations

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Fishing BC Members

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Regional Fish Stocking Tables

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

Fishing regulations for all of the Lower Mainland Region on pages 33-38.

If you’re looking for a resort, fishing lodge or a guide, check out the listings on pages 40-41.

Freshwater Fisheries Society Stocking tables for Region Two on page 42.

FRASER RIVER Hot spots for fishing the Lower Fraser River.

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he Lower Mainland region encompasses a mountainous terrain from Manning Park to Vancouver, north to Birkenhead, and along the Sunshine Coast to Powell River.

The region covers large and small lakes, as well as a number of major rivers including the Fraser.

The waterbodies in a wide range of evation, from alpine lakes to rivers to the ocean.

Larger lakes, like Chehalis and Birkenhead Lakes are great for fishing as well as other aquatic activities.

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We have included a detailed map of the Vedder River, near Chilliwack.

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

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

And speaking of popular lakes, Alice, Rice and Sasamat Lakes are definitely up there. Don’t let the crowds fool you,

though. These are terrific fishing lakes, and ALSO INCLUDED when you do find some quiet times, you’ll be e have expanded our list of fishing glad you went. resorts and guides this year to cover For those who are more interested in saltwater all Fishing BC Members from the region. fishing, check out our features on Pender Har- Also included are the freshwater fishing regubour and Sechelt. These are only two of the lations for the Lower Mainland region, as endless possibilities for some deep water. well as a list of regional fish stocking by the The Lower Mainland has such a wonderful Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC.

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variety of fish, and there really is something for everyone here. From the saltwater salmon, halibut and prawning opportunities, to rainbow trout, brown trout, steelhead and sturgeon, anglers can be guaranteed to have adventures from the epic to the quiet.

PUBLISHER Sean Simmons PRODUCTION Kathy Buhler, Jane Gauthier, Fraser Hayes, Jamie Svendsen, Alison Warner CONTRIBUTORS Yves Bisson, Lindsay Britton, Brian Chan, Matthew Clive, Danny Coyne, Norman Daley, Rodney Hsu, Paul Jarvis, Ron Jarvis, Tony Nootabos, Ray Parsi, Rick Passek

Many of our featured lakes are in regional and provincial parks. Most are easy to get to, though there are some that are a little more challenging, such as Chilliwack, Chehalis and Devils Lakes. Explore the more out of reach places, and make sure you’ve got good road maps!

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Don’t let the crowds fool you, though. These are terrific fishing lakes, and when you do find some quiet times, you’ll be glad you went.

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Birkenhead Lake 409 Hectares (1010 Acres)

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

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

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

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

Wedding Bands and Flatfish are good choices, and these can work in a variety of different situations. For flies, try a Royal Coachman. In the fall, egg patterns can work well.

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

Consult the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations for

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LAKE ACCESS ake Highway 99 from Pemberton northeast to Mt. Currie and turn off Highway 99 to D’Arcy.

Just before D’Arcy, watch for signs for a turnoff onto a gravel road that leads to Birkenhead Lake. From there it is a 17 km drive along a gravel road.

Birkenhead Provincial Park is a beautiful campground that provides many services and amenities from a sani-dump to interpretive trails. There are 94 campsites available here.

The Birkenhead Lake walk-in wilderness campsite is now closed. Many large, dead trees pose a danger to campers. They also provide animal habitat so there are no plans to build a new wilderness site at this location.

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Abbotsford, 604.853.5474, 33210 South Fraser Way Agassiz, 604.796.2311, 6968 Pioneer Avenue Burnaby Kingsway, 604.437.4220, 6092 Kingsway Chilliwack, 604.795.3719, 1 - 45676 Yale Road Coquitlam - North Road, 604.517.1230, 101 - 641 Lougheed Highway Coquitlam, 604.944.4200, 105-2724 Barnet Hwy Langley, 604.530.2545, 19863 Fraser Highway North Shore, 604.985.8265, 212 Fell Avenue North Surrey, 604.580.3373, 12359 King George Blvd.

Port Coquitlam, 604.942.0414, 2945 Cambridge Street

Port Kells, 604.888.8497, 23, 19926 - 96th Avenue Richmond, 604.278.5171, 5831 Minoru Boulevard S.W. Marine Dr, 604.261.6304, 1006 SW Marine Drive Sechelt, 604.885.3155, 5640 Dolphin Street Squamish, 604.892.9558, Discovery Way Surrey Newton, 604.591.8322, 7237 King George Boulevard Surrey Scottsdale, 604.503.0103, 12041 - 72 Avenue Vancouver East, 604.879.8936, 1843 Kingsway West 3Rd, 604.732.7241, 1516 West 3rd Avenue West Vancouver, 604.921.3304, 2196 Marine Drive

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Alice Lake 11 Hectares (27 Acres)

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lan to get here early.

That’s the advice we for fishing Alice Lake. only is the lake itself busy, but the provincial

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Not There’s good reason for this. very With three excellent fishpark ing lakes located just out-

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side of Squamish, Alice Lake and fall, when trout feed most Provincial Park is a natural heavily. Master Angler Brian choice for an easy getaway.

Chan notes that when the trout Master Angler Rodney Hsu are feeding, it’s important to suggests that both shore fish- spend some time figuring out ing and floating in a pontoon what they’re after. Smaller, boat are good options for shallower lakes such as Alice Alice Lake. There are trails all Lake can be very productive around the lake, which make because more sunlight can it easy to find a location on reach further into the water, shore to set up. There is also a creating ideal growth condifloating dock, and you can fish tions. from it, though there are speci- What is good for plant growth fied “no fishing” times posted. is also good for insects, and There is a thriving wild trout fly fishers can have a field day population here. As well, the here in quiet times. Alice Lake Freshwater Fisheries Society does get busy with swimmers of BC stocks Alice Lake with and others during the day, so catchable-sized rainbow trout. the best fishing times will be This is just one of the many either early in the morning, or reasons that Alice Lake is a later in the evening. The good terrific place for beginners and news is that these are prime time for insects, and thus for families to fish. fish as well.

Anglers may also appreciate the “no powered boats” regu- LAKE ACCESS lice Lake Provincial Park lation. Alice Lake is small, is mere minutes north of and as such, the lack of motorized traffic adds to the sense Squamish. Head north on Hwy of peacefulness on the lake. 99, turning right onto Alice While there is no parking dir- Lake Road. Follow the signs ectly beside the lake, it’s an to the parking lot turn off. Be easy walk from the parking lot aware that at times, the park is completely full, which means to the lake.

As with other lakes in general, that people cannot even drive fishing is best in the spring into the park. If you plan to camp, reserve well in advance.

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

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

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

Local angler, Ray Parsi, tells us that the lake holds a large amount of kokanee, rainbow and bull trout, dolly varden, and even some unconfirmed lake trout. Bull trout and dolly varden may be fished year round, while kokanee is only available spring through fall.

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shore during dusk and dawn aspects of the lake Parsi notes in order to feed, making these is its shape and size. During the summer months, Alouette times the best for fly-fishing.

When fishing here Parsi says Lake can become quite popumany different techniques and lated with families and anglers. lures work well. It is best to try However, its long shape creates a few different options in order a lot of space for anglers and to determine what works best boaters. It is also protected by trees meaning the wind doesn’t for you. often pick up while out on the Kokanee tend to be attracted lake. to the colour red. Parsi recommends trolling along the shore- LAKE ACCESS line with red microleeches, or From Langley, head Chironomids. When further north on 200 St, out on the lake, try using a Golden Ears Dodger with a Wedding Band Way and and downrigger. Keep in mind 1 2 8 that kokannee prefer cold water and will therefore be in deeper water during the hot summer months.

The lake does not freeze over in the winter, so ice-fishing One of the is not an option on Alouette g r e a t Lake. Parsi explained that fly fishing and fishing from a boat are equally popular. If opting to fly-fish, Parsi recommends hiking along the shoreline until you find a creek mouth. Fish tend to pool in these areas.

Trout, kokanee, and dolly varden all tend to head close to

Ave to 132 Ave/Fern Crescent in Maple Ridge for 22.9 KM. Follow Fern Crescent and Golden Ears Pkwy for another 18.1 KM to your destination.

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Chehalis Lake 629 Hectares (1,554 Acres)

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v e r t e n kilometres long and 137 metres d e e p , Chehalis Lake is big water. It’s especially nice that the fish are big, too!

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them. Try to avoid targeting bull trout in high temperatures, as they are very sensitive to heat and temperature changes. They prefer cool to cold water.

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a silver or gold Williams Wabler, with a slower retrieve, can be useful.

While a boat is most useful for Chehalis Lake, shore fishing can be productive, too. The water drops off fairly quickly, so you can cast out from shore and still be in deep water.

Bull trout are piscivorous.

While insect imitations may work, you’ll have much better luck imitating fish. Egg patterns early in the season, and fry patterns later, are LAKE ACCESS Bull trout are your best bet. the predominant Master angler Rod Hsu urn north off Lougheed species in Chehalis (fishingwithrod.com) notes Highway (Hwy #7) at Lake. These chubby fish that the vibrations of spoons the community of Harrison are a lot of fun to catch, when and spinners really attract Mills onto the Chehalis you can catch them. They’ll bull trout, and they find it Forest Service Road (FSR). put up a huge fight, dive hard to resist.

Travel past Elbow Lake and and head for cover. Danny continue till you cross the Coyne, from BCFishn.com, Danny Coyne adds that in Statlu Creek bridge at which says that bull trout, “dive fast deep water, a Gibbs sil- point turn right at the juncand furious! If there is a cur- ver-plated Iron Head is a tion and continue following rent or structure in the water good choice because it’s the Chehalis FSR in a norththis fish will find it! Just as heavy, and can sink well. erly direction. Keep left at you think the fish has tired Retrieve it fairly quickly, he the next major FSR junction. and is ready to be brought in, suggests.

Skwellepil Creek Recreation it will take a few more runs Another suggestion is to cast Site is located about half way on you.” towards structure. Bull trout up the west side of Chehalis Bull trout spawn in late fall will often lurk under and Lake. The total distance and early winter. Spring, with behind fallen logs or other from Hwy #7 turn off is approximately 30 kms. the cooler water, and late fall debris. are good times to go after If you’re in shallower areas,

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

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silvers and reds in a variety Atlas for some hotspot areas: anglersatlas.com/ of shades.

Troll very slowly, but not in place/99844/chilliwacka straight line. A zig-zag or lake.

curvy pattern is best. Every so often, jerk the rod a couple of times. Let it go completely still for a moment or two and then begin to move again. The trick is to vary the pattern every so often, but not to move in such a Kokanee pre- way that the fish won’t recfer cool ognize an easy meal. water. When Please keep in mind that danf i s h i n g gerous currents exist at the k o k a n e e , outflow of Chilliwack Lake also keep and for several kilometres in mind that downstream. Avoid boating their pre- or rafting in this area. The ferred food Ministry of Environment sources are parks page will have usesmall. You ful information regarding may find the trails and camping in s u c c e s s Chilliwack Lake Provincial with small Park. Check out their weblures and site at www.env.gov.bc.ca/ bait. Best bcparks/explore/parkpgs/ c o l o u r s chilliwack_lk/. seem to be Also check out the Angler’s

Other species in the lake include rainbow, Dolly Varden, kokanee and whitefish. Spinning and trolling are the best ways to fish this lake.

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he park is located 64 km southeast of Chilliwack, 40 km south from Vedder Crossing. Take Exit 104 from Highway 1 and follow the signs for Cultus Lake until Cultus Lake Road.

Instead of turning here, follow Vedder Road across the bridge and turn right onto Chilliwack Lake Road.

Follow this road for 40 km to the lake.

Several options exist for camping in the park. There is a day-use area with a small boat launch. Camping facilities range from fullyserviced to back country sites.

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Como Lake 4.5 Hectares (11 Acres)

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he annual Como Lake Fishing Derby will be held Sunday May 27, 2018, starting at 7 am. The derby is open to kids under the age of 16 and is free to enter. Hundreds of prizes will be awarded, starting at noon.

The derby is put on by three local clubs—Port Coquitlam Rod and Gun Club, Kinsmen Club of Coquitlam and Coquitlam Festival Society—as well as Coquitlam Leisure and Parks Services.

The Como Lake sport fishery benefits from a provincial stocking program run by The Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C. Thousands of fish are stocked in Como Lake; see the stocking tables at the end of this guide for more information.

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south ends of the lake. A park omo Lake is located in surrounds the lake and includes There are two docks located on Coquitlam, off Gatensbury a playground and wildlife viewthe lake, and a trail which wraps around the shoreline, offering Street. There are two parking ing area. parking areas at the north and many places to fish.

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

However, please note that quotas have changed for Como Lake. Please check out the BC An easy way to get started Freshwater Fishing for fishing on this lake is to use Regulations more information.

Powerbait on a hook, then cast the line out and let it sit on the bottom. Another easy technique is using a bobber with a worm on a hook.

More experienced anglers can try flyfishing with a small chironomid pattern. Use it with a bobber and let it hang several inches off of the bottom. Or try 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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Cultus Lake 627 Hectares (1,549 Acres)

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ainbow trout and cutthroats are just two of the many fish species resident in Cultus Lake. The angling opportunities are extensive on this beautiful and easily accessible local favourite.

Lindsay Britton, an Angler’s Atlas member in the Lower Mainland, reports on an outing with his grandson: I picked up my eight-year-old grandson Gavin after school and took him up to Cultus Lake.

The excuse was to try out my boat motor but the reason was to take him fishing. We got the motor part straightened out and put on a couple of Flatfish lures.

Me first with a strike and I reeled in a cutthroat trout. Holding by the line we examined it. I told him what kind of fish it was and he said it was very pretty. He asked “Can we eat those?” I told him we could but it was a bit small and we would maybe catch a bigger one to eat and so we let the fish go. Soon Gavin got a good strike and a fish on. I coached him on which side up with the rod and spinning reel and he fought his

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first fish into the boat. It was a large pikeminnow and he held it up for a picture. Can we eat it? Well we don’t usually eat these, so we should let him go, too. It was a good size and the pikeminnow derby was not until next weekend, so we let him go for someone to catch in the derby. We trolled around for another hour without a bite.

We agreed to fish another 15 minutes.

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butter sandwich into his mouth rod had a very strong strike. He when his reeled it in well and we lifted a cutthroat of about 16 inches into the boat. Can we eat it?

Yes we can. And so I discreetly bonked it and put into the cooler. The next day, Gavin came over and ate the entire fish that I had fileted and coated with breadcrumbs and fried. He’s eager to go fishing again and I think I have found a lifelong fishing partner.

Every year in June, the Fraser Salmon and Watersheds Program hosts a pikeminnow fishing derby, called the All About Fishing Family Event.

This is a great opportunity for anglers of all ages to catch some fish while benefiting the lake as a whole. Pikeminnow are invasive, and compete with salmon for resources.

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ollow Highway 1 east to the Sardis exit (Vedder Road). From the exit follow this road south to Cultus Lake Road, which leads to the lake.

The lake lies within a provincial park and there are several access points.

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Edith Lake 2.6 Hectares (6.4 Acres)

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dith Lake is one of three great fishing lakes in Alice Lake Provincial Park.

Edith Lake is stocked with rainbow trout, and sees less fishing pressure than Stump and Alice Lakes.

Angler Rod Hsu (fishingwithrod.com) comments that because Edith Lake is a bit of a hike to reach, it can be a lot less busy than the other lakes in the park.

If you’re up for the walk, and aiming for a little more quiet in the busy park, Edith Lake is a great choice.

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rom Hwy 99 heading north, turn right onto Alice Lake Road, following the signs to Alice Lake Provincial Park. The farthest parking lot, at the southeast corner of Alice Lake, is the closest to Edith Lake. The trail is good, and it’s about a twenty minute walk.

Reserve your spot well ahead of time if you plan to camp in the park. Otherwise, be aware that if the parking lots are full, you won’t be As Edith is a walk-in lake, able to access the park at all. you’re going to want to Campsites, some with either set up to fish from hookups, as well as day use shore, or pack in a float tube areas, are all available in the or portable pontoon. You park. There are four lakes can spincast either way, or in the park: Edith, Alice, fly fish.

Stump and Fawn Lakes.

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Green Lake 205 Hectares (507 Acres)

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

Green Lake is also the deepest lake in the area.

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standard flies work well here.

Leech patterns, minnow imitations and Woolly Buggers are good choices. Aim for the larger sizes, as these fish tend to feed on larger prey such as other fish. Insect hatches to watch for are Stoneflies, Chironomids and Black Ants.

The east side of the lake is said to be a productive location for Chironomid fishing in particular.

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

Flatfish and Apex plugs The inlet to the River of Golden are good choices for the Dreams on the southwest end trout. If it’s kokanof the lake is a popular fly ee you’re after, Wedding fishing spot.

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Band or a Dick Nite spoon, it mimics the kokanee that they trolled along the drop offs, can prey upon. pay off nicely.

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

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

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

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

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Lower Fraser River Story by Matthew Clive from Great River Fishing Adventures.

Hot Spots from Ben Trainer at Great River Fishing Adventures.

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he Mighty Fraser River is home to a Big Game Giant, the white sturgeon! Reaching lengths of over 20 feet and living

hundreds of years, this is North and South America’s largest freshwater fish.

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

Over the last couple of years, 4monster sturgeon have been caught, recorded and released

unharmed by conservation minded fishing company Great River Fishing Adventures.

People from around the globe make the pilgrimage to fulfill their lifelong dream of catching and getting hands on with these 300 million year old prehistoric monsters.

These are true living dinosaurs roaming our home waters.

On a recent corporate team building event a group from Daley and Company Chartered Accountants landed the

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

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

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Lower Fraser River Paul was quick to share about his encounter.

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

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

memories.

So if you are ready to make your way to British Columbia an adventure with Great River Fishing is almost guaranteed to pit you against the biggest fish you’ve ever hooked into. Very likely a fish that is bigger and stronger than you are, in a battle that will be measured in hours not minutes, filled with massive jumps, line-peeling runs and epic tail walks.

that the Fraser River is the #1 salmon-producing river in the world. We fish for all 5 species of Pacific Salmon, which allows for even more of a reason to visit!

Did You Know?

news headlines when British tourists Michael and Margaret Snell caught and released the largest White Sturgeon on record at 12ft 4” and approximately 1100lbs.

This fish would be older than Canada itself! Wow!

In July 2012 Great River Fishing Adventures made international

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STAVE

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THE FISH WHEEL

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RACE TRACK

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BIG EDDY

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GRAVEL PIT

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BED SPRINGS

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CATTERMOLE

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BIG HOLE

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ISLAND 22

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MT. BAR

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DUNCAN’S ROCK

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JESPO

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TUNNELS

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BLUE RIDGE

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Lafarge Lake 5 Hectares (13 Acres)

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

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want to be ready.

Catchable sized trout are stocked regularly in Lafarge Lake, and this is also the site of frequent family fishing events.

In June, for Family Fishing Weekend, head out to local lakes for great opportunities to introduce the kids or grandkids to a fabulous pasttime. It’s lots of fun and prizes are awarded.

For more information visit

You can be assured of great fishing most of the year. The heat of the summer can challenge many, and in shallow lakes such as Lafarge, the best fishing can be spring and fall. bcfamilyfishing.com.

Thankfully the lake is usually open year-round, so angling The Freshwater Fisheries Society also stocks many opportunities are increased. lakes in the province with fish.

Lures and flies are both pro- Check out the stocking tables, ductive here, and anglers can included at the end of this be rewarded with little effort. guide.

A simple cast with a slow, varied retrieve can be enough to interest the trout. Similar to LAKE ACCESS kokanee, trout in urban lakes orth of Coquitlam Centre can be interested in red krill Mall, Lafarge Lake is fished near the bottom. located at 1299 Pinetree Way There are carp in Lafarge Lake, in the Town Centre Park. and this challenge can reward A paved pathway circles the patient anglers. Working on lake. There is a sandy beach this species, anglers will want area on the north side. The to know that carp tend to “try south side is rockier, though out” their prey before they still accessible. commit. When a carp goes after your fly or lure, you’ll

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Mill Lake 18 Hectares (44 Acres)

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estled in the heart of Abbotsford, Mill Lake offers some great fishing.

It’s heavily stocked, and is home to a diverse assortment of fish.

Rick Passek, author of The Freshman Flyfisher, and The Freshman Flyfisher’s Guide to Insects, says that

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besides its perfect location, Mill Lake is popular because it is a true yearround fishery. The huge, stocked rainbow trout prefer the cooler water. As the water warms, the bass, pumpkinseed and crappie start to pick up.

Passek says that just about

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

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

There’s a lot going on at Mill Lake, and chances are you can hook into a derby or a kids’ fishing demonstration while you’re there. The BC Freshwater Fisheries Society hosts

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Kids’ Learn to Fish programs there in the summer.

Also, in the late fall, there’s a Loch-Style Fly Fishing competition held at Mill Lake each year.

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

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

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

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

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Rice Lake 7 Hectares (18 Acres)

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ice Lake is located in Vancouver at the foot of the North Shore mountains in the Seymour Demonstration Forest. This small lake offers the perfect opportunity to teach your children how to fish.

From the parking lot in the Seymour Conservation Reserve, the lake is a short walk on a good trail.

Surrounded by nature, it is easy to forget you are but a stone’s throw from a large metropolitan area.

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here, and worms are good choices, as are shrimp. Fish the bait under a float, or suspended off the bottom.

Master angler Brian Chan advises that for beginners, even a bobber and worm setup can be a great way to start.

The fishing is good in Rice Lake all year, though early season is best. Please check out the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations for quota information. Rice Lake is stocked with catchOne of the best starting able-sized trout, usually in points is the floating dock both the spring and fall. on the southeast end. Boat fishing isn’t allowed on Rice Lake, so the dock is the LAKE ACCESS best spot. Shore fishing is ay-use facility also good. BC Freshwater only. Some Fisheries Society advises of the facilities that the trees are pretty tight offered are washaround most of the lake, so rooms, picnic fly fishing from shore isn’t tables and a covideal. Bottom fishing with ered gazebo. A fish bait can be the best way to dock, located on the shore fish. southeast corner of Bait fishing works well the lake, is specially

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

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Sasamat Lake 45 Hectares (111Acres)

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asamat Lake ranks high on the list of fabulous urban angling destinations.

Its easily accessible dock and other shoreline angling spots make it a great place for beginners and young anglers. It is conveniently located in Port Moody in Belcarra Regional Park.

Sasamat Lake is regularly stocked with catchable-sized rainbow trout.

In 2017, the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC deposited 3,850 trout into the lake.

There are many fishing spots around the lake, connected by a trail from the parking lot. The floating pier is probably the best location. Also, there are reports on iFish.com that the areas out from the north shore are good.

Anglers can certainly fish from shore, but the pier is the easiest. People will want to try heading out earlier in the morning or later in the evening.

The regulations restrict the

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use of power boats, so a belly boat is a good choice for a watercraft, as there is no boat launch at the lake.

Anglers will need to park in the main parking lot and walk in.

The park has full day-use services, including an outhouse, picnic facilities and well-maintained walking trails. As well, there is a swimming beach, which is an additional draw for families.

LAKE ACCESS rom the junction with the Barnet Highway west of Coquitlam Centre, follow Ioco Road to 1st Avenue. Turn right onto 1st Avenue and follow the signs to Belcarra Regional Park. The park is located on Burrard Inlet at the mouth of Indian Arm. There is also seasonal transit access from the Port Moody West Coast Express Station on route C26.

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Vedder River

Write-up and fishing hole markers provided by Lee Blanchard

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

A bridge crosses the river where it leaves the mountain valley and flows onto the Fraser River flood plain.

Below the bridge the river is called the Vedder; above the bridge it is known as the Chilliwack.

the river is closed to fishing, and anglers refer to this section as the Chilliwack. No matter what you call it, the river is wonderful.

Without question, the Vedder-Chilliwack is the most popular river on the Lower Mainland. It provides year-round recreation for hikers, kayakers and anglers. There are very few months that anglers can’t Anglers usually refer to the fish for something. whole fishing section sim- Winter steelhead start ply as the Vedder. Above entering the Vedder in late the Slesse Creek tributary

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

The coho fishing continues to get better until it peaks in late October. All the runs have been hatchery enhanced and it’s legally possible to keep hatchery fish. Besides salmon, there are rainbow and cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden char and Overlapping these runs are Rocky Mountain whitefish. very late-running steelhead FISHING THE RUN and very early-running chihe Vedder has a long nook. In late September, history of angling and coho salmon start running many of its pools are named. up the Vedder along with Tesky’s Rock, at Vedder fall-run chinook.

Crossing, was named after

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Vedder River

runs and pools. There are many boulders and rapids, but no

a local angler who fished it every morning in steelhead season. The Camp Run, just below Vedder Crossing, had a history of producing a large steelhead right at closing time during the famous Boxing Day derby. The Grenade Run was named after the Army’s testing area. Millers, Way’s Field, the Schoolhouse Run, the Dunbar Run, and the Boulder Hole are all favorite holding areas above Vedder Crossing.

just above Tamahi Creek, and a gravel road follows the far side of the river downstream for 5 km from the bridge. There is a forestry campsite near Tamahi and many access trails to the river off the gravel road.

From the paved roadside, much of the property is private and there are only a few access points.

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

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

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

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Whonnock Lake 45 Hectares (111 Acres)

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honnock Lake is popular among Lower Mainland residents for a variety of recreational pursuits, including swimming and canoeing. Anglers like it because it is stocked with catchable-sized trout each year and has an excellent Black Crappie fishery.

There are also cutthroat trout in Whonnock Lake.

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

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

Lure fishers may want to try a jig and spinner combination, keeping the lures small.

These fish can often be

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found feeding in middepths, about a metre under the surface, near weedy areas. As the temperature rises, the fishing for this species gets better. Try fishing for black crappie later in the evening or early in the morning during their peak feeding times.

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

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

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Highway, turn north onto 280th Street and continue for four km to 112th Avenue, where you will turn left (west). Continue

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along this road Graham St. on the right (north) which leads to Whonnock Lake Park. Parking is available.

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GENERAL RESTRICTIONS NO FISHING: in any lake in the UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest near Maple Ridge.

Single barbless hook: must be used in all streams of Region 2, all year. See page 96*.

Dead fin fish as bait: only permitted in Region 2 when sport fishing for sturgeon in the Fraser River, Lower Pitt River (CPR bridge upstream to Pitt Lake), Lower Harrison River (Fraser River upstream to Harrison Lake). See page 9* for details.

Steelhead fishing in the Lower Mainland Region: Your basic licence must be validated with a Conservation Surcharge Stamp if you fish for steelhead anywhere in B.C. Please see page 7* for details.

When you have caught and retained your daily quota of hatchery steelhead from any water, you must stop fishing that water for the remainder of that day.

Protected Species: it is illegal to fish for or catch and then keep protected species. In Region 2, these include: • Nooksack dace • Cultus Lake sculpin • Salish sucker • Green sturgeon See page 10* for details.

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

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

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

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TABLE LEGEND See the following tables for exceptions and additional regulations on specific waters.  Stocked Lake (not all stocked lakes listed, see p. 87*) * Including tributaries  Wheelchair Accessible  Age Restricted Waters

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Note: New Regulations From one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise fishing is prohibited on portions of the Fraser, Harrison, and Pitt Rivers (see water specific tables for details) To find out the time of sunrise and sunset consult a local newspaper or the National Research Council of Canada website at http://www.nrccnrc.gc.ca/eng/ for a sunrise-sunset calculator.

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

ALICE LAKE 

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ALPHA LAKE 

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

ALTA LAKE 

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

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BROTHERS CREEK*

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

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

Bait ban; release all steelhead No Fishing

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CHILLIWACK LAKE CHILLIWACK / VEDDER RIVERS* (Does not include Sumas River) (See map page 26*)

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CHILQUA SLOUGH COGBURN CREEK* COQUIHALLA RIVER*

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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HASLAM LAKE HASTINGS CREEK * HATZIC LAKE* AND SLOUGH

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HICKS LAKE  HOPE SLOUGH

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

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

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

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“JONES” LAKE KANAKA CREEK

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KAWKAWA LAKE

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KHARTOUM LAKE

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KLEIN LAKE

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

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

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LONZO (“Marshall”) CREEK*

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LOST LAKE (near Whistler)  LYNN CREEK

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

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MILL LAKE (Abbotsford)  MINNEKHADA MARSH

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

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Pages with an * refer to the 2017-2019 Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis MIXAL (Bear) LAKE MORGAN LAKE MORRIS LAKE MORRIS CREEK MOSQUITO CREEK* “ MOSS POTHOLE” LAKES

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

NATHAN (Beaver) CREEK* NELSON CREEK* NICOMEKL RIVER

2-4 2-8 2-4

NICOMEN SLOUGH

2-8 2-9

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

2-8 2-8 2-8

NORTH LAKE PARTINGTON CREEK PAQ LAKE PHELIX CREEK* PITT LAKE

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

PITT RIVER *

2-8

POWELL LAKE*

2-12

RICE LAKE (NorthVancouver)  RODGERS CREEK*

2-8

ROLLEY LAKE  ROSS LAKE

2-8 2-8 2-2

Electric motors only Trout/char release; bait ban, single barbless hook Wild trout/char release; hatchery trout/char daily quota = 2 (none under 30 cm); electric motors only Electric motors only No Fishing No Fishing; unnamed pothole lakes all located east of the powerline and approx. 2 km east of Hicks Lake, 3 km south of Deer Lake and 1 km SE of Moss Lake No Fishing Upstream of 272nd Street (Jackman Road) No Fishing No Fishing upstream of 208th St. (Berry Road)*; No Fishing downstream of 208th St., Apr 1-June 30* No Fishing downstream of 208th St., from 21:00 hrs to 05:00 hrs each day* Aug 1-Dec 31 No angling from powered boats upstream of dyke gates, no towing on parts, speed restriction (15 km/h) Speed restriction on parts (8 km/h) Electric motors only No Fishing Upstream of railway bridge * No fishing May 1-June 30 No fishing Upstream of 216th St. (Fifth Ave), May 1-June 30* No powered boats Electric motors only No Fishing See Lily Lake No Fishing No wild trout/char over 50 cm. North of boundary signs (on the E. and W. shores) near the head of the lake: wild trout/char release and single barbless hook No Fishing within Garibaldi Park; speed restriction at Grant Narrows (10 km/h) Bait ban upstream of Pitt Lake No Fishing in the Lower Pitt River (CPR bridge upstream to Pitt Lake) from one hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise (tributaries not included) No fishing Nov 1-Mar 31 No powered boats in One Mile Bay Trout/char daily quota= 2;  Wheelchair accessible: excellent path system; see gate attendant for access No Fishing No powered boats No Fishing Nov 1-June 30 Native char release (bull trout and Dolly Varden), trout daily quota = 1 (none under 40 cm), brook trout daily quota = 5; bait ban; single barbless hook.

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

RUBY CREEK* RUBY LAKE

2-5 2-5

SAKINAW LAKE

2-5

SALMON RIVER* SARDIS PARK POND

2-4 2-4

SASAMAT LAKE  SAYRES (Cedar) LAKE

2-8

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

2-8 2-18

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

2-11 2-8 2-4

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

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

SEYMOUR RIVER* SHOVELNOSE CREEK*

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SILVERHOPE (Silver) CREEK*

2-2

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

2-2 2-2

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

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

TROUT LAKE (Sasquatch Park)

2-18 2-5

See Alouette River Bait ban; Squamish River tributary located upstream of Ashlu Creek Bait ban; release all steelhead* All tributaries No Fishing EXCEPT: Ashlu Creek, Cheakamus, Elaho and Mamquam Rivers, and the Squamish Powerhouse Channel No Fishing No fishing in the Ruskin spawning channel, from the inlet near the dam downstream to the boat ramp crossing Bait ban, Dec 1-Sept 30 Speed restriction on parts (8 km/h) Hatchery steelhead quota = 1 No fishing Nov 1-June 30 Bait ban No Fishing No fishing May 1-June 30 No Fishing Downstream of the falls 200 m upstream of Chilliwack River No fishing Upstream of the falls 200 m upstream of Chilliwack River, May 1-June 30 No powered boats Electric motors only

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

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

2-3

No Fishing

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

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

2-3 2-11 2-3

No fishing Upstream of Silver Lake, Nov 1 - June 30 Upstream of Silver Lake, fly fishing only and bait ban, July 1-Oct 31 No Fishing from Silver Lake to the bailey bridge situated 8 km Upstream of Hwy #1 Bait ban Downstream of bailey bridge situated 8km Upstream of Hwy #1 No Fishing Dec 1-April 31; Release all fish; bait ban, single barbless hook No fishing Nov 1-June 30 Release all fish; bait ban

WAUGH (WORM) LAKE 

2-5

Electric motors only

WEAVER LAKE AND CREEK* 

2-19

WEST LAKE

2-16 2-8

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

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

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

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

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

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2017 Lower Mainland Fish Stocking Report Waterbody Name

Species

ALICE

RB

ALPHA

RB

ALTA

Released

Waterbody Name

Species

500

IVEY

RB

250

500

LAFARGE

RB

10426

CT

350

LITTLE CAMPBELL R

ACT

4474

BLACKWATER

RB

2000

LITTLE CAMPBELL R

ST

12927

BROHM

RB

250

LOGGERS

RB

500

BROWNING

RB

4000

LOOKOUT

RB

500

BUNTZEN

RB

8200

LOST

RB

1000

CHAPMAN CRK

ST

2762

MIKE

RB

1650

CHEHALIS R

ACT

3000

MILL

RB

3500

CHEHALIS R

ST

47728

MOSQUITO

RB

325

COMO

RB

5850

NITA

RB

1500

CROWSTON

CT

150

RICE

RB

8977

DEER

RB

2600

ROLLEY

RB

3850

EDITH

RB

1000

SANCTUARY POND

RB

3850

ELBOW

RB

400

SASAMAT

RB

3850

FRANCIS

RB

500

SCHKAM

RB

1500

FRASER R

ACT

SEYMOUR R

ST

11701

GRACE

RB

SOUTH ALOUETTE R

ST

32300

GREEN TIMBERS

RB

7350

STACEY

RB

750

HARRISON R

ACT

10200

STAVE R

ACT

8620

HICKS

RB

1500

STAVE R

ST

26575

HOTEL

CT

250

STUMP

RB

500

23580 500

Released

Waterbody Name

Species

Released

TROUT

CT

1000

VEDDER - CHILLIWACK R

ST

122700

WAHLEACH

CT

2000

WAUGH

CT

320

WEAVER

RB

6000

WHONNOCK

RB

1400

WOOD

RB

500

Stock Species Codes: ACT

Anadromous Coastal Cutthroat Trout Coastal Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout Steelhead

CT RB ST

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