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Go Fish! |
By Jamie Ross
“So many lakes&so little time.”
An angler was heard to utter such a thought while guiding a canoe out onto the quiet surface of a South Cariboo lake at dawn, enjoying the morning’s rich silence, on water unbroken save for the stroke of the paddle and the occasional jumping of fish. Or were these words served up meditatively by the solitary figure standing waist deep in a turbulent South Cariboo stream, offering his best hand-tied fly to the river’s guardians. Perhaps it came from the visitor staring wide-eyed from the floatplane, looking down on the South Cariboo landscape.
If you feel best with rod and reel in hand, the South Cariboo region features some of BC’s best fresh-water sport fishing. Perhaps the best fishing in the area can be found along Highway 24, a beautiful, rolling, forested landscape spanning 65 miles from Little Fort to Highway 97, just minutes south of 100 Mile House. This paved highway is only 5 hours from Vancouver.
Aptly named “The Fishing Highway”, anglers can access over a hundred lakes within an hour’s drive. Highway 24 is the home of the famous “Interlakes,” which is comprised of four main destination lakes: Fawn, Sheridan, Bridge and Lac Des Roches. The Interlakes are strategically located with easy access to many more remote lakes. The nutrient rich waters off “The Fishing Highway” support abundant populations of freshwater shrimp, enabling Rainbow trout to grow in excess of twelve pounds.
Fawn, with its crystal clear green water, is the smallest of the “Interlakes” waters. This nutrient rich lake supports up to 6 pounds, the average running 2 ½ pounds. This lake has a surface area of 80 acres with extensive shallow areas making it ideal for fly fishing.
Sheridan Lake is the largest in the “Interlakes” having a surface area of 4,100 acres. Although large in surface area, it has a relatively shallow average depth of 23 feet, which makes the lake very productive in terms of aquatic insect life and big fish. Rainbow trout grow big in this lake as every year fish over 13 pounds are landed. The aver Rainbow trout weighs in at 3 ½ pounds.
Bridge Lake offers the most diverse fishing opportunities. A fisherman can catch Rainbow trout, Kokanee salmon, Lake trout, and Burbot from the waters. At a size of 3,384 acres, this lake has consistently produces Lake trout over 20 pounds, Kokanee over 4 pounds and Rainbow over 5 pounds.
Lac Des Roches, located at the east end of “The Fishing Highway,” is another large lake at 1,650 acres and 14 kilometres/9 miles long. This crystal clear water lake supports good populations of Burbot and Rainbow trout averaging 2 pounds. Lac Des Roches is famous for the prolific mayfly hatches that occur during May and June, making the fly fishing top notch. The lake is also one of the most photographed lakes in British Columbia. There is a beautiful view of the lake, with all of its neat little islands and narrow channels, from the Pioneer Macdonald Ranch resta area located on the east end of the lake.
Visitors can combine activities by heading out on horseback to fish secluded lakes. Miles of well-marked scenic trails traverse the central plateau and are ideal for hikers, horseback riders and cross-country skiers. Canoeing is also a favourite activity, with lakes that are not too big and lush lakeshore scenery. Resorts around the Interlakes range from very basic cabins and campgrounds to contemporary resorts.
If you visit the Interlakes&
Complete drive in resort facilities are available at the four main lakes, making them ideal locations for the serious angler or family vacations. The resorts offer services ranging from cabins, fully serviced R.V. sites, restaurants, horseback riding, boat rentals, and camp stores to swimming beaches. Three golf courses are within 45 minutes. The village of 100 Mile House, which is a short drive from these lakes, offers all the amenities to ensure your holiday comfort.
Getting There&Highway 97 will take you into the region north from Cache Creek or south from Williams Lake, where the “Fishing Highway,” Highway 24, runs east from Highway 97 at 93 Mile. Those journeying from Edmonton or Calgary, or Banff and Jasper might want to avoid the busy Trans-Canada by trekking through Mount Robson Park, and then south on Highway 5 to Little Fort, then west on the Fishing Highway, for a very scenic and peaceful trek. The highway follows the historic Fur Brigade Trail as it passes from Little Fort to Bridge Lake
For more information&Contact the South Cariboo Visitor Centre, 1-877-511-5353. |
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Article |
Topics |
Date |
1. |
Fishing the Tyee Pool in Campbell River |
Salmon |
Aug 2013 |
2. |
Jigging for Coho |
Salmon, Tackle |
Aug 2013 |
3. |
TKO ing Big Springs |
Salmon |
Jun 2013 |
4. |
Spring Fishery Updates 2013 |
Fishing Area Outlook |
Mar 2013 |
5. |
Fly Epoxy Chum Fry |
Flys |
Feb 2013 |
6. |
Best Fishing Story of 2012 |
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Feb 2013 |
7. |
Salmon fishing outlook for 2013 |
Fishing Area Outlook, Salmon |
Jan 2013 |
8. |
Fly Tadpoles |
Flys |
Jan 2013 |
9. |
Fishing Outlook for 2013 |
Fishing Area Outlook, Salmon, Sturgeon |
Dec 2012 |
10. |
Fly Steelhead Muddler |
Flys, Steelhead |
Dec 2012 |
11. |
Fly Bacon n eggers |
Flyfishing, Salmon |
Dec 2012 |
12. |
Keeping a journal |
Technique |
Dec 2012 |
13. |
Fly Egg-sukin leech |
Flyfishing, Flys |
Oct 2012 |
14. |
Fly Steelhead Madness |
Flyfishing, Flys |
Oct 2012 |
15. |
White Lake |
Fishing Area Outlook |
Aug 2012 |
16. |
Fly Orangesicle |
Flyfishing, Flys |
Jul 2012 |
17. |
Fly Blue Morrison baitfish |
Flyfishing, Flys |
Jul 2012 |
18. |
Fly fishing the Estuary (Amundson Thompson Chaser Fly Rod Review) |
Flyfishing, Tackle |
Jul 2012 |
19. |
Sockeye Strategies |
Salmon |
Jul 2012 |
20. |
Ultimate Squid TUBE |
Flys |
Jun 2012 |
21. |
Roche Lake |
Flyfishing |
Jun 2012 |
22. |
Fly Coho Blue-zer |
Flys, Salmon |
Jun 2012 |
23. |
Flies Webflyzers |
Flys |
Jun 2012 |
24. |
Vancouver Island's Esperanza Inlet |
Halibut, Salmon, Vancouver Island |
May 2012 |
25. |
Fly Purple Peril |
Flys |
May 2012 |
26. |
Trolling for trout |
Trolling, Trout |
Apr 2012 |
27. |
Fly Blue Note |
Flyfishing, Flys |
Mar 2012 |
28. |
Fly Kalumlow |
Flyfishing, Flys |
Mar 2012 |
29. |
Fly Skeena Scar |
Flyfishing, Flys |
Mar 2012 |
30. |
Fly Polar Express |
Flyfishing, Flys |
Mar 2012 |
31. |
Sturgeon fishing in Vancouver British Columbia |
Sturgeon |
Mar 2012 |
32. |
Strategies for Catching Sturgeon |
Sturgeon |
Mar 2012 |
33. |
Fly Copper Gammarus |
Flys |
Mar 2012 |
34. |
Fly Alley Alevin |
Flys |
Mar 2012 |
35. |
Fly Hilton Boss |
Flys |
Mar 2012 |
36. |
A Guided Steelhead Trip on the River |
Steelhead |
Feb 2012 |
37. |
Fly Polar UV shrimp |
Flys |
Feb 2012 |
38. |
Egg-sukin Beaver Leech |
Flys |
Feb 2012 |
39. |
Fly Chardolas Bait |
Flys |
Feb 2012 |
40. |
Don't be afraid to try anything |
Steelhead |
Feb 2012 |
41. |
Best Fishing Story of 2011 Ryan Spannier |
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Feb 2012 |
42. |
Best Fishing Story of 2011 by Bob Waldhaus |
Steelhead |
Feb 2012 |
43. |
Best Fishing Story of 2011 David Sandquist |
Kids, Salmon |
Feb 2012 |
44. |
Fly Reeds Spey |
Flyfishing |
Feb 2012 |
45. |
Jet Boat Maintenance |
Boats |
Dec 2011 |
46. |
Smoked Salmon Recipe BBQ and Honey |
Recipes, Salmon |
Dec 2011 |
47. |
Poached Italian Cod |
Recipes |
Dec 2011 |
48. |
Fly Blue Charmer |
Flys |
Nov 2011 |
49. |
Fly Muddy Waters |
Flys |
Nov 2011 |
50. |
Fly - The Excursion Leech |
Flyfishing |
Nov 2011 |
51. |
Herb and Garlic Crusted Halibut with oven roasted ratatouille |
Halibut, Recipes |
Oct 2011 |
52. |
The Banner Season |
Fishing Area Outlook |
Jun 2011 |
53. |
voteforsalmon |
Conservaton, Salmon |
Apr 2011 |
54. |
Votesalmon |
Conservaton, Salmon |
Apr 2011 |
55. |
Rivers Inlet Hatchery Program |
Conservaton, Salmon |
Apr 2011 |
56. |
Mayday for Wild Salmon |
Conservaton, Salmon |
Mar 2011 |
57. |
Contest 2011 Fishing Story David Sandquist |
Flyfishing, Steelhead |
Feb 2011 |
58. |
Contest 2011 Fishing Story Honourary mention Ron Gibson |
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Feb 2011 |
59. |
Contest 2011 Fishing Story Bog Waldhaus |
Steelhead |
Feb 2011 |
60. |
Contest 2011 Fishing Story Brian Wong |
Salmon |
Feb 2011 |
61. |
Does Fish Cooking Techniques Matter |
Recipes |
Jan 2011 |
62. |
Mediterranean Fish Fillets |
Recipes |
Jan 2011 |
63. |
Virus Killing Fraser Sockeye |
Conservaton, Fish, Salmon |
Jan 2011 |
64. |
Halibut Fishery |
Conservaton, Hallibut |
Dec 2010 |
65. |
Salmon Virus watch |
Conservaton, Salmon |
Nov 2010 |
66. |
Disease Information |
Conservaton |
May 2010 |
67. |
Sea lice kept secret |
Conservaton |
May 2010 |
68. |
Catch the Dream |
Halibut, Salmon, Trolling |
May 2010 |
69. |
Oak Bay Marine Group Newsletter |
Salmon |
Mar 2010 |
70. |
Quesnel Lake |
Trout |
Jan 2010 |
71. |
Art of Curing and Smoking Fish |
Smoking |
Jan 2010 |
72. |
Bradley's Famous Hot Smoked Salmon |
Smoking |
Jan 2010 |
73. |
Salmon fishery action suit |
Salmon |
Nov 2009 |
74. |
Save B.C. Salmon |
Conservaton, Salmon |
Nov 2009 |
75. |
Winner of the Giver on the River Free Charter |
Fish |
Sep 2009 |
76. |
Oven bbq salmon |
Recipes, Salmon |
Aug 2009 |
77. |
Poached Italian Cod |
Recipes |
Aug 2009 |
78. |
Salmon Creole |
Recipes, Salmon |
Aug 2009 |
79. |
Australia Fishing |
Salmon |
Aug 2009 |
80. |
Horseradish and Dill Butter Salmon Steaks |
Recipes, Salmon |
Jul 2009 |
81. |
Navigating a boat purchase |
Boats |
Jul 2009 |
82. |
Salmon with a Homemade Grain Mustard Crust |
Recipes, Salmon |
Jul 2009 |
83. |
Halibut with Fennel Broth |
Halibut, Recipes |
Jul 2009 |
84. |
Cedar Plank Salmon |
Recipes, Salmon |
Jun 2009 |
85. |
Islander Winner 2009 |
Tackle |
Jun 2009 |
86. |
Just Get In the Water |
Technique |
Jun 2009 |
87. |
Saltwater Night Fishing for Salmon |
Salmon, Technique |
Jun 2009 |
88. |
Steelhead & Salmon Warfare |
Salmon, Steelhead |
Jun 2009 |
89. |
Deep Running Giant Salmon |
Salmon |
May 2009 |
90. |
Salmon Scampi |
Recipes |
Apr 2009 |
91. |
Dandelion Stuffed Chaunigan Trout |
Recipes, Trout |
Apr 2009 |
92. |
Living Rivers - Georgia Basin and Vancouver Island |
Conservaton |
Apr 2009 |
93. |
Salmon steak recipe |
Recipes, Salmon |
Mar 2009 |
94. |
Chaunigan Trout Recipe |
Recipes, Trout |
Mar 2009 |
95. |
Best catch of 2008 |
Flyfishing, Kids, Salmon, Steelhead, Trout |
Feb 2009 |
96. |
The Great Chilko Bear Adventure |
Bears |
Feb 2009 |
97. |
Seasonal Outlook for 2010 |
Salmon, Seasons, Steelhead, Sturgeon, Trout |
Jan 2009 |
98. |
A Fishing Trip with REEL OBSESSIONS Vancouver Island. |
Salmon, Trolling |
Jan 2009 |
99. |
Carp fishing from a different angle |
Carp |
Sep 2008 |
100. |
Fish British Columbia With a Timeshare |
Accommodation |
Apr 2008 |
101. |
Hurt by aquaculture industry |
Salmon |
Nov 2007 |
102. |
BC wild salmon endangered by failure to contain sea lice from salmon farms |
Conservaton |
Sep 2007 |
103. |
Go Fish |
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Aug 2007 |
104. |
Studies show harmful impact of BC coast salmon farms on wild Pacific salmon |
Salmon |
Aug 2007 |
105. |
Lynn's Fishing Adventure |
Sturgeon, Trout |
Jul 2007 |
106. |
Chilliwack River Action Committee |
Conservaton |
Apr 2007 |
107. |
Indian Candy Recipe |
Recipes, Salmon, Smoking |
Mar 2007 |
108. |
Fishing Articles and archived fishing posts |
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Mar 2007 |
109. |
Curing Eggs |
Salmon |
Mar 2007 |
110. |
Fishing for Chum Salmon |
Salmon |
Mar 2007 |
111. |
Salmon Eating - After They Change Colour |
Salmon |
Mar 2007 |
112. |
A guides Perspective - The Fraser River |
Salmon, Seasons, Sturgeon, Trout |
Aug 2005 |
113. |
Smoked Salmon Recipe |
Recipes, Salmon, Smoking |
Dec 2004 |
114. |
Fishing in Harrison Hot Springs |
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Aug 2004 |
115. |
Jet vs. Outboard |
Boats |
Aug 2004 |
116. |
Helpful Hints, Tips and Tricks |
Tackle |
Mar 2004 |
117. |
Uncle Wes - Farewell Old Friend |
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Dec 2003 |
118. |
Cow Paddy Pond |
Trout |
Oct 2003 |
119. |
12 Seasons of Fishing the Kitimat |
Flyfishing, Salmon, Seasons, Trout |
Apr 2003 |
120. |
Sara, Guardian of the Lake |
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Jul 2002 |
121. |
Portrait of a Mountain Man |
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May 2002 |
122. |
Carving the Salmon Pie |
Salmon |
May 2001 |
123. |
Spoon Fishing Lakes From The Bank |
Tackle, Trout |
Mar 2001 |
124. |
Vedder River Fishing “Fall options” |
Salmon, Seasons |
Mar 2001 |
125. |
Slippery Spotted Owls |
Salmon |
Jul 1998 |
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