lake in British Columbia, CAN
A turquoise, high-elevation lake at the edge of the Coast Mountains, Chilko is famous for wild rainbow trout and bull trout in a remote wilderness setting, and feeds one of B.C.'s great sockeye runs. Located in B.C. Region 5 (Cariboo).
Chilko 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 Chilko Lake can target species including Bull Trout, Kokanee, Rainbow Trout, and Sockeye Salmon. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Chilko Lake.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Chilko 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 Chilko Lake:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Chilko Lake:
Anglers at Chilko Lake can target species including Bull Trout, Kokanee, Rainbow Trout, and Sockeye Salmon. 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 Chilko Lake before you cast a line.
Chilko Lake is a lake in British Columbia, CAN, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.