The opportunities seem endless on Lakelse Lake. The cutthroat and rainbow trout fisheries are one part of a great lake experience. An adventure playground awaits for the kids, explore the hiking trails amidst the old-growth forests, or relax on the sandy beaches after a day of excellent fishing.
Lakelse Lake is considered one of the region's Family Fishing Waters, as described in the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations. The lakes chosen for this designation are family-friendly, ideal places for children to learn to fish.
One of the species in Lakelse Lake is cutthroat trout. When fishing cutthroat, remember that they are opportunistic feeders. They often prefer small fish, crustaceans and insects, but will go after anything available. Try fishing a minnow pattern with a slow retrieve. Gear fishers can try small silver spoons.
As well, try exploring weed beds in the lake. A black Woolly Bugger or black and silver flatfish, could prove effective in deeper sections.
While cutthroat can often be found in streams and rivers, please note that special regulations apply to the Lakelse River. This world class river is catch and release for cutthroat trout.
As well, Lakelse River provides excellent steelhead fishing opportunities. However, extensive regulations apply, such as a bait ban, motor and time restrictions and a mandatory steelhead stamp. Please see the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations for more information.
There is a well developed provincial park on the north and eastern shore of Lakelse Lake. The park consists of three separate sections--Gruchy's Beach, Lakelse Lake Picnic Area, and Furlong Bay Campground. The park is surrounded by the mountains of the Kitimat Range, and stands of old growth forests.
LAKE ACCESS
From Terrace, head south along Highway 37. Gruchy's Bay and the picnic area is located about 15 km along highway. To get to the campground and boat launch, continue along the highway for another five km to Furlong Bay Campground.
The campground has excellent facilities, with a double-paved boat launch, loading dock and plenty of parking space. Also, the launch is located close to the day-use area of the campground.
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