The freezing temperatures have moved in and the lakes are finally starting to freeze over. It’s the time of year that many of us anglers patiently wait for as the late fall fishing lull is coming to an end; its time to go ice fishing! The first few weeks of fishable ice is by far the most prolific period to target Rainbow Trout. The oxygen levels are still … [Read more...]
Ice Fishing Ripley Lake, Oliver BC
Mostly known for it's fantastic vineyards and wineries, Oliver BC is also home to many spectacular waters that offer great fishing. One fishery in particular that is known to locals as a hotspot is Ripley Lake. Not more than a 20 minute drive from downtown Oliver, Ripley Lake is a great fishing destination year round. Due to it's easy access in the winter months Ripley is … [Read more...]
Ice Fishing Dragon Lake – Quesnel, BC
Just minutes away from downtown Quesnel is one of the most renowned fisheries within the BC Cariboo Region, Dragon Lake. This 225 hectare lake is known to produce monster Rainbow Trout year round but especially during ice fishing season. Hooking into fish over 10 pounds in the winter is not unheard of on this lake. The Freshwater Fishery Society of BC aggressively stocks Dragon … [Read more...]
Ice Fishing for Burbot – Featuring Mineral Lake, BC
One underestimated sport fish in BC that many anglers don’t consider targeting are Burbot; also known as Freshwater Ling Cod to many. There are numerous lakes in British Columbia that are home to these fish. Burbot are a predator fish and very aggressive feeders; sometimes they will feed on fish almost the same size as themselves. Some of the main food sources for Burbot are … [Read more...]
Ice Fishing Chicken Ranch Lake – Merritt BC
Merritt British Columbia offers numerous small lakes that are pure gems for fishing! One of my favourite ice fishing lakes in the area is Chicken Ranch Lake. This lake offers great fishing for Brook Trout. The fish average in size around 1 lbs but can reach up to 3 to 4 lbs. We found that the best spot to fish was approx 50 meters from the parking area and to the North side. … [Read more...]
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