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British Columbia Fishing for Bass
Consider taking your next bass fishing trip in Beautiful British Columbia. Fishing for bass rarely comes to mind when one thinks of British Columbia fishing....but it should! Fishing for smallmouth and largemouth bass in BC is one of the best kept secrets in North America.
This is BC where freshwater fly fishing is king. Try fly fishing for bass at any of the productive lakes in the Kootenays, Okanagan or Vancouver Island. Of course the standard crankbaits, poppers, spinners, bobber and worms will do the trick too (live bait such as minnows are generally not allowed in BC - see note below).
Many of the productive bass fishing lakes in British Columbia are located in environmentally sensitive and controlled areas. Many times that means no motors or electric motors only. This is your opportunity to enjoy the fishing from your favorite canoe, row boat, pontoon boat or float-tube in an often spectacular location.
Special Note of Concern;
Fish species such as bass, perch, crappie and sunfish are NOT NATIVE SPECIES to waters of the Pacific watershed in BC. Although these species have been introduced to these areas (mostly illegally) and a fishery was created, it is of utmost importance that there is NO TRANSFERRING of these fish to other bodies of water... Period!!!
The Provincial Fish and Wildlife Branch, the provincial government and local fisherman take an extremely serious view of this violation and illegal practice. Introducing alien species to new waters can completely and adversely affect entire watersheds, depleting or eliminating the resident species. Rainbow trout, salmon, steelhead and kokanee are the main species at risk.
Enjoy your bass and perch fishing but please, be considerate and do not under any circumstances transfer any of these fish (or their live feed fish) to any other waters.
Report violators as this is a serious offense. Thank you.
BC Fishing Regulations
Here are a number of excellent Bass Fishing Lakes in various areas of the province.
Fishing for Bass: Kootenays:
Fishing for Bass-Kootenays has never been better in this popular tourist destination area. Popular lakes such as Wasa Lake and Jim Smith Lake near Cranbrook and Duck Lake near Creston have been producing quality largemouth and smallmouth bass for well over 30 years...
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Fishing for Bass: Okanagan
The sunny Okanagan is the playground for British Columbia. The valley is literally lined with recreational lakes from Vernon to Osoyoos. Amongst the recreation is the ability to catch fish and Bass Fishing is a growing pastime. There are big lakes and small lakes with plentiful fish populations. It's just been recently that the BC Fish and Wildlife have started paying closer attention to the fishery. Believe me, it has paid dividends. If there is a record largemouth to be caught in BC, it's likely to come from this valley.
While in the area, take advantage of the other recreational opportunities available or simply just take the time to enjoy the spectacular scenic drives. The Okanagan is famous for it's vineyards, fruit growing orchards, beaches, watersports, hiking, biking, golfing and much, much more. With it's generally moderate climate and stimulating scenery, the Okanagan is one of the most desireable places to live or visit in all of BC and Canada. Kelowna is equipped with an international airport that is serviced by major Canadian airlines and their subsiduaries...
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Vancouver Island & Gulf Islands
- Elk Lake: 13 km north of Victoria
- Quesnell Lake: 3 km south of Nanaimo - smallmouth
- StMary's Lake: Salt Spring 3.5km north of Ganges -trophy sized smallmouth
Long Lake: 6.5 km north-west of Naniamo
Langford Lake: 16 km north of Victoria - smallmouth
BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations
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