Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny)
MU 5-4, Cariboo
51.3261° N, 124.0931° W
- Surface area
- 18400ha
- Maximum depth
- 366m
- 1201 ft
- Elevation
- 1,172m
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Trophy fish at Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny)
Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny) is known for trophy Lake trout to 20 lb.
- Rainbow trout to 10 lb
- Bull trout to 12 lb
- Lake trout to 20 lb
Trophy sizes this lake is known for, not a typical catch. They are historical records from our own big fish list, with no date on file, not recent catches.
Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny) at a glance
- Region
- Cariboo
- Management unit
- MU 5-4
- Species
- Rainbow Trout, Bull Trout, Lake Trout, Mountain Whitefish, Whitefish (General) (last recorded 1995), Dolly Varden (last recorded 1975), Sockeye Salmon, Coho Salmon, Chinook Salmon (last recorded 1975), Steelhead (last recorded 1961), White Sucker, Longnose Dace, Redside Shiner, Minnow (General), Sucker (General)The province's newest fish record here is from 2023.Species from the province's fish observation records and angling reports.
- Lake size
- Large Water (> 500 ha)
- Catch and release
- Yes
- Ice fishing
- Open to ice fishing, confirmed
- Coordinates
- 51.3261, -124.0931
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Fish on record at Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny)
| Species | First recorded | Last recorded | Records |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 1972 | 2021 | 10 |
| Bull Trout | 1972 | 2021 | 119 |
| Mountain Whitefish | 1972 | 2021 | 4 |
| Whitefish (General) | 1995 | 1995 | 1 |
| Dolly Varden | 1972 | 1975 | 2 |
| Sockeye Salmon | 1972 | 2023 | 36 |
| Coho Salmon | 2023 | 2023 | 6 |
| Chinook Salmon | 1972 | 1975 | 2 |
| Steelhead | 1961 | 1961 | 1 |
| White Sucker | 2021 | 2023 | 8 |
| Longnose Dace | 2021 | 2023 | 6 |
| Redside Shiner | 2021 | 2023 | 2 |
| Minnow (General) | 1996 | 1996 | 1 |
| Sucker (General) | 1996 | 1996 | 1 |
A year is when the Province last recorded the fish here, not a statement that it is caught today.
How to fish Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny)
Best times of year at Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny)
- May - June
- September - October
Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny) fishing regulations
Trout/char daily quota = 2 (no rainbow trout over 70 cm; only 1 bull trout and it may not be under 60 cm); Bait ban, single barbless hook; No powered boats on Big Lagoon (west side of lake). Source: Province of British Columbia
Getting to Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny)
Coordinates: 51.3261, -124.0931
Camping and rec sites at Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny)
- Nu Chugh Beniz Campground (Ts'ilʔos Provincial Park)
16 vehicle-accessible lakeside campsites, concrete boat launch, dock, surrounded by glaciated peaks.
Facilities: Concrete Boat Launch, Dock, Pit Toilets, Fire Rings, Tables, Water Pump
Access: Chilko Lake Road via Tatla Lake / Alexis Creek (Maintained 2WD gravel) - Gwaxts'i Campground (Ts'ilʔos Provincial Park - North)
18 vehicle campsites at the Chilko River outlet, boat ramp, prime dry fly fishing.
Access: North Chilko Road off Hwy 20 (2WD gravel)
How deep Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny) is
366 mdeepest
Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny) runs to 366 m (1201 ft) at its deepest.
Ice fishing at Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny)
Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny) is open to ice fishing under the regulations on file.
Whether a lake is open to ice fishing says nothing about whether its ice will hold you. Ice conditions vary year to year and across a single lake. Check locally before going out, every time.
This week at Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny)
The forecast on this lake's own coordinate, refreshed through the day. The app reads these seven days for fishing and scores each one.
| Day | Sky | High / low | Wind | Rain | Pressure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 20 Oct | Overcast | 11° / 2° | 8 km/h, gusts 27 | dry | Steady |
| Wed 21 Oct | Overcast | 10° / 5° | 10 km/h, gusts 37 | dry | Falling (-8.8 hPa) |
| Thu 22 Oct | Heavy snow showers | 6° / 1° | 10 km/h, gusts 32 | 6 mm | Rising (+5.3 hPa) |
| Fri 23 Oct | Overcast | 7° / -1° | 6 km/h, gusts 22 | dry | Rising (+10.0 hPa) |
| Sat 24 Oct | Slight snow | 6° / 3° | 7 km/h, gusts 21 | 1 mm | Falling (-2.0 hPa) |
| Sun 25 Oct | Overcast | 7° / 2° | 5 km/h, gusts 20 | dry | Rising (+5.9 hPa) |
| Mon 26 Oct | Overcast | 10° / 3° | 3 km/h, gusts 14 | dry | Falling (-3.9 hPa) |
Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny), in brief
What fish are in Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny)?
Rainbow Trout, Bull Trout, Lake Trout, Mountain Whitefish, Whitefish (General) (last recorded 1995), Dolly Varden (last recorded 1975), Sockeye Salmon, Coho Salmon, Chinook Salmon (last recorded 1975), Steelhead (last recorded 1961). Species from the province's fish observation records and angling reports.
Which management unit is Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny) in?
Chilko Lake (Tŝilhqox Biny) is in MU 5-4, in the Cariboo. The BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis is organised by management unit; check it before you go.
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