Bridge Lake

A crown jewel of Highway 24 ("The Fishing Highway"), Bridge Lake is a premier multi-species trophy destination producing 20 to 30+ lb monster Lake Trout (Char) and quality 4 to 8 lb Rainbow Trout. Spectacular island-dotted lake on Hwy 24 holding trophy Rainbows, Kokanee, and large Lake Trout.

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Bridge Lake at a glance

Region: Region 5 - Cariboo
Management unit: MU 5-2
Elevation: 1140 m
Maximum depth: 42 m
Surface area: 1700.0 ha
Trout strain: Wild & Stocked Rainbow Trout (plus Lake Trout & Kokanee)
Typical size: Lake trout quota-managed (possession limit 1) — genuine restriction, but no verified typical weight beyond that
Stocking: 20,000 Rainbows
Boat launch: Concrete Ramp (Trailer Friendly)
Motor rules: 🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
Ice fishing: Open, confirmed

When to fish it

May - July
September - October

Getting there

Bridge Lake Provincial Park off Hwy 24. Excellent concrete boat launch, dock, campsites.

Coordinates: 51.5067, -120.7358

Regulations

Standard regional regulations. Provincial Park boat ramp.

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

Camping and rec sites at Bridge Lake

Bridge Lake Provincial Park Campground
16 vehicle campsites, boat launch, fishing dock
Facilities: Boat Launch, Fishing Dock, Pit Toilets, Fire Rings, Tables
Access: Hwy 24 (The Fishing Highway) via Bridge Lake
Coordinates: 51.494911, -120.771288 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

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