Fishing

Fishing opportunities in the region range from fly-fishing in the creeks and small lakes on the east and west sides of the Arrow Lakes, to trolling on the expansive Arrow Lakes themselves.


Photo: Ken Delisle
The Arrow Lakes offer Dolly Varden, Kokanee and Ling Cod (burbot) and trophy fishing for Gerrard Rainbow Trout. Also check out Summit Lake, just 12 km east of Nakusp for some good fly fishing as well as nice family picnic areas. Check on special Restrictions for Summit Lake.
An example of a smaller, remote lake is Kimbol Lake where, after a hardy 7 km hike you might not find the whoppers you are dreaming of, but you'll be sure to catch some very tasty panfry trout. The trail to this lake starts at the Nakusp Hot Springs, and a trail brochure is available for downloading here.


Photo: Rory McLeod www.kootenayvirtualtours.com

The Kuskanax River at Nakusp has some small trout in it and has been fly fished in several spots. Many other creeks and rivers offer excellent fly fishing, subject to restrictions. Please be sure to pick up the fishing regulations and be aware of closures.

Please be careful when the Kuskanax River is high, as it is extremely dangerous along the banks.


Photo: Dani Tschudin www.visualexposures.ca


Photo: Rory McLeod
 

For Arrow Lake Reservoir Levels
call 1-877-924-2444

Fishing Guide Services are available year-round - please see our list of members, below:

Providers


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Kootenay Kingfisher Guiding Services
324 Nakusp East Rd
Nakusp BC
Toll Free: 1-800-838-5269
Phone: 265-4199
Email: info@kootenaykingfisher.com

 

Banner Photo: Rory McLeod www.kootenayvirtualtours.com


 

 

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Nakusp - British Columbia - Canada VOG-1RO
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