lake in Alberta, CAN
A popular hike-in lake in Kananaskis Country, Chester Lake is the one water in Alberta where northern Dolly Varden may be kept, and also offers cutthroat trout in its clear alpine setting. Located in Alberta's Eastern Slopes – ES1 (Oldman & Bow) fish management zone.
Chester Lake is a lake in Alberta, 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 Chester Lake can target species including Cutthroat Trout and Dolly Varden. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Chester Lake.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Chester 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 Chester Lake:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Chester Lake:
Anglers at Chester Lake can target species including Cutthroat Trout and Dolly Varden. 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 Chester Lake before you cast a line.
Chester Lake is a lake in Alberta, CAN, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.