FISHING Kamloops Style
There are over 100 lakes within an hour of Kamloops to enjoy either on your own, with a fishing buddy, or with your family
Kamloops is central to over 100 fishing lakes all within a 1-hour drive through diverse and scenic landscape. Many fish-filled lakes, rivers and streams are tucked into the beautiful landscape of mountains, valleys, aromatic forests and sweet grasslands. For the adventurous, these remote areas are accessible by hiking, ATVs, 4X4, floatplane, or through the network of forestry roads.
The fishing venues are truly satisfying, since you can fish at your leisure in your float tube, pontoon boat or car-top boat in the small lakes, or take out your canoe, kayak, or jet boat and explore the larger rivers in the region. Make your catch using just a worm and hook, or test your skills and techniques through trolling, spin casting or fly-fishing.
Peaceful, uncrowded lakes awaitThe Famous Fighting Kamloops Rainbow Trout
The Kamloops trout is admired around the world by anglers who appreciate the physical attributes that make it such a sought-after sport fish. This fish will surely keep you on your toes: it can sprint as fast as a racehorse, empty a fishing reel of line in seconds, and jump more than three times its length straight up in the air! Each fall, returning runs of Thompson River steelhead, which are the ocean-going cousins of the Kamloops trout, attract anglers from all parts of the world due to their large size and incredible fighting qualities.
Fishing in Kamloops means Kicking Back and Breathing Deep
Rest and renewal are part of a true fishing experience, so spend a few days at a fishing lodge with your family, co-worker, or friend, and enjoy the fresh cool air and satisfying days on the water. Explore on your own, or go out with a guide and get to know the secrets of fishing here in Kamloops. Enjoy from both an exquisite or rugged perspective; whatever you enjoy, Kamloops knows how to give you a truly satisfying fishing experience. Many lodges are accessible by road, yet some are only accessible by floatplane. So you can really get away from it all.
Try your skills with fly, spin-casting, or trolling techniques
Gearing Up for Fishing in Kamloops
In Kamloops, we know how important fishing is in our area; therefore, we know how to outfit you and prepare you for your excursion! Kamloops provides numerous shops with a wide selection of basic to top quality gear, fishing tackle, clothing, and any other supplies you may need.
Canadian Tire - 250-374-9747 or 250-376-2013
Kamloops Fly Shop - 250-377-8461
Surplus Herby's - 250-376-2714
WalMart - 250-374-1591
Information
* Please keep in mind that a non-tidal Angling Licence is required for fishing in all lakes in the Kamloops area. This applies to anyone 16 years of age or older angling in fresh water. These are available from government agents, marinas, and some sporting goods and department stores. For further regulations, please visit the Ministry of Water, Land and Air Protection website.
BC Fishing Resorts & Outfitters Association - 250-374-6836
Visitor Centre - 1-800-662-1994
Locations
Lac Le Jeune Resort - 250-372-2722
Knouff Lake Resort - 250-578-8155
Roche Lake Resort - 250-828-2007
Tunkwa Lake Resort - 250-523-9697
Caverhill Lodge - 1-866-672-9806
Douglas Lake Ranch - 1-800-663-4838
Hi Hium Lake Fishing Resort - 250-459-2306
Bolean Lake Fishing & Wilderness Resort - 250-558-9008
Johnson Lake Resort - 250-672-1008
Mile High Adventure Resort - 250-371-2606
Guides
Chatfield's Charter & Rentals - 1-877-728-7688
Gone Fishing With Carlos - 250-372-8783
Gordon Honey - 250-828-1286
Nehalliston Wilderness Adventures - 250-374-3383