Chehalis Lake
Tucked into the Lower Mainland region at 964 m elevation, this is a medium lake (50 - 500 ha) with access typical of the region. Tap through to the map for the exact route in.
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Chehalis Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 2 - Lower Mainland
- Management unit
- MU 2-19
- Elevation
- 964 m
- Maximum depth
- 40.8 m
- Surface area
- 236.8 ha
- Trout strain
- Pennask & Fraser Valley Triploid Rainbow Trout
- Typical size
- 2 to 5 lbs (Quality Trout) -- no trout over 50 cm may be kept, a real slot limit protecting large fish
- 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 Lower Mainland (MU 2-19). Gravel Boat Ramp available.
Coordinates: 49.4425, -122.0192
Regulations
MU 2-19 No wild trout over 50 cm, 1 bull trout over 60 cm
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Camping and rec sites at Chehalis Lake
- Chehalis Lake Recreation Site
Rustic lakeside campsites with fire rings, picnic tables, pit toilets, and direct shoreline access for Chehalis Lake.
Facilities: Boat Launch, Pit Toilets, Fire Rings, Tables
Access: Maintained 2WD forestry road access in Lower Mainland.
Coordinates: 49.449371, -122.02075 Official page
Local shops and lodges in the Lower Mainland
- Sea-Run Fly & Tackle, Coquitlam, BC
Huge chironomid tying selection & Lower Mainland lake reports
Sea-Run Fly & Tackle website - Michael & Young Fly Shop, Surrey & Vancouver, BC
Premium rods, sinking lines, indicators & stillwater classes
Michael & Young 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.