Alces Lake

Tucked into the Kootenays region at 651 m elevation, this is a small water (< 50 ha) reachable via the region's usual road and trail network. Tap through to the map for the exact route in.

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Alces Lake at a glance

Region: Region 4 - Kootenays
Management unit: MU 4-33
Elevation: 651 m
Maximum depth: 43.2 m
Surface area: 30 ha
Trout strain: Gerrard & Westslope Cutthroat & Premier Rainbow Strains
Typical size: 1.5 to 2.5 lbs (Quality Catchable)
Stocking: Stocked / Natural Wild Production (FFSBC)
Boat launch: Gravel Boat Ramp
Motor rules: 🚤 Gas & Electric Permitted
Ice fishing: Open, confirmed

When to fish it

May - June
September - October

Getting there

Access via regional highway and maintained forestry road in Kootenays (MU 4-33). Gravel Boat Ramp available.

Coordinates: 50.1203, -115.5372

Regulations

 4-24 ALEXANDER CREEK (upstream of the easternmost Hwy 3 bridge) CW  4-23

Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.

Camping and rec sites at Alces Lake

Alces Lake Recreation Site
Rustic lakeside campsites with fire rings, picnic tables, pit toilets, and direct shoreline access for Alces Lake.
Facilities: Boat Launch, Pit Toilets, Fire Rings, Tables
Access: Maintained 2WD forestry road access in Kootenays.
Coordinates: 50.1203, -115.5372 Official page

Local shops and lodges in the Kootenays

High Country Sports, Cranbrook, BC
Kootenay lake tackle, fly gear, camping & local outdoor knowledge
High Country Sports website
Kootenay Fly Shop, Fernie, BC
Westslope cutthroat patterns, high-elevation lake flies & gear
Kootenay Fly Shop website

Other lakes nearby

Data from the BC Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis, and Sites and Trails BC.