Bishop (Brown) Lake
Bishop (Brown) Lake is a medium lake (50 - 500 ha) in the Cariboo region, sitting at 1209 m elevation, with access typical of the region. The map view has precise coordinates and driving directions.
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Bishop (Brown) Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 5 - Cariboo
- Management unit
- MU 5-1
- Elevation
- 1209 m
- Maximum depth
- 19.9 m
- Surface area
- 73.5 ha
- Trout strain
- Blackwater River & Pennask Wild Rainbow Trout
- Typical size
- 1.5 to 2.5 lbs
- 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
Forestry road access in Cariboo (MU 5-1). Gravel Boat Ramp available.
Coordinates: 52.5978, -123.5078
Regulations
“BLACKWATER” RIVER
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Camping and rec sites at Bishop (Brown) Lake
- Bishop (Brown) Lake Recreation Site
Rustic lakeside recreation access and campsites for Bishop (Brown) Lake in Cariboo.
Facilities: Boat Launch, Parking
Access: Maintained 2WD/4WD forestry road access in Cariboo.
Coordinates: 52.5978, -123.5078 Official page
Local shops and lodges in the Cariboo
- Lone Butte Sporting Goods, Lone Butte / Interlakes, BC
Fishing Highway 24 flies, gas, tackle & live lake reports
Lone Butte Sporting Goods website - Sheridan Lake Resort, Sheridan Lake, BC
Waterfront campsites, trailer-friendly launches & pontoon rentals
Sheridan Lake Resort website
Other lakes nearby
- Abbott Lake
- Abuntlet Lake
- Agnus Lake
- Alexis Lake
- Anahim Lake
- Avalanche Lake
- Baby Charlotte Lake
- Ballon Lake
Data from the BC Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis, and Sites and Trails BC.