Bouchie Lake

Bouchie Lake is located west of the city of Quesnel across the Fraser River. Travel up the paved Nazko road for approximately 13 km (8mi) to this popular

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Bouchie Lake at a glance

Region: Region 5 - Cariboo
Management unit: MU 5-2
Elevation: 689 m
Maximum depth: 7.3 m
Surface area: 44.0 ha
Trout strain: Pennask & Blackwater Rainbow Trout
Typical size: 0.75 to 1.5 lbs (Stocked Catchables)
Stocking: Stocked / Wild Fishery (FFSBC)
Boat launch: Concrete Ramp (Trailer Friendly)
Motor rules: 🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
Ice fishing: No closure on file

When to fish it

May - June
September - October

Getting there

There are no campsites or facilities available at the lake, closest accommodation, facilities and services are in Quesnel.

Coordinates: 53.0356, -122.6264

Regulations

Single barbless hook. Standard regional regulations apply (check synopsis).

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

Camping and rec sites at Bouchie Lake

Bouchie Lake Access Point
No designated vehicle campground on this lake (Day-use / backcountry access only)
Facilities: Day-Use Shoreline, Cartop Launch
Access: There are no campsites or facilities available at the lake, closest accommodation, facilities and services are in Quesnel.
Coordinates: 53.0356, -122.6264

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

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