lake in British Columbia, CAN
A widening of the Thompson River west of Kamloops, this lake is the namesake home of the hard-fighting Kamloops-strain rainbow trout, with bull trout and kokanee also present. Located in B.C. Region 3 (Thompson-Nicola).
Kamloops Lake is a lake in British Columbia, CAN, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region. This guide brings together the fish species you can target, the regulations that apply, and the campsites nearby so you can plan a complete fishing trip.
Anglers fishing Kamloops Lake can target species including Bull Trout, Kokanee, and Rainbow Trout. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Kamloops Lake.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Kamloops Lake. A fishing license is required across most of CAN, and daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change from year to year. When FishFinder has matching records, use the regulations link below to review the rules hub before you cast a line.
Explore the species guides for fish recorded at Kamloops Lake:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Kamloops Lake:
Anglers at Kamloops Lake can target species including Bull Trout, Kokanee, and Rainbow Trout. Explore each species on this page to learn its habits, average size, and the tackle that works best.
Yes — a fishing license is required across most of CAN. Daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change year to year, so review the regulations on file for Kamloops Lake before you cast a line.
Kamloops Lake is a lake in British Columbia, CAN, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.