lake in Alberta, CAN
A remote pair of high-alpine lakes in the southern Rockies near Coleman, the South Fork Lakes hold Alberta's rare golden trout, a jewel-coloured mountain trout that survives only in these coldest headwater basins. Located in Alberta's Eastern Slopes – ES1 (Oldman & Bow) fish management zone.
South Fork Lakes 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 South Fork Lakes can target species including Cutthroat Trout and Golden Trout. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on South Fork Lakes.
Make sure you're fishing legally at South Fork Lakes. 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 South Fork Lakes:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at South Fork Lakes:
Anglers at South Fork Lakes can target species including Cutthroat Trout and Golden 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 South Fork Lakes before you cast a line.
South Fork Lakes is a lake in Alberta, CAN, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.