lake in British Columbia, CAN
The centrepiece of the Okanagan Valley, this long, deep lake offers trophy rainbow trout that feed on its huge kokanee population, along with burbot in the depths. Located in B.C. Region 8 (Okanagan).
Okanagan 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 Okanagan Lake can target species including Burbot, Kokanee, and Rainbow Trout. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Okanagan Lake.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Okanagan 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 Okanagan Lake:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Okanagan Lake:
Anglers at Okanagan Lake can target species including Burbot, 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 Okanagan Lake before you cast a line.
Okanagan Lake is a lake in British Columbia, CAN, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.