Fisher Maiden Lake fishing
Fishing near Cranbrook, Nelson and the rest of the Kootenays. See all Kootenays lakes.
Fisher Maiden Lake is a small water (< 50 ha) in the Kootenays region, sitting at 1394 m elevation, with access typical of the region. The map view has precise coordinates and driving directions.
Fisher Maiden Lake is a small water in the Kootenays, the trout country reached from Cranbrook. It covers 44.9 ha and runs to 52.8 m at its deepest point, sitting at 1394 m of elevation. Fish here typically run 1.5 to 2.5 lbs and the stock is Gerrard & Westslope Cutthroat & Premier Rainbow Strains.
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Fisher Maiden Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 4 - Kootenays
- Management unit
- MU 4-23
- Elevation
- 1394 m
- Maximum depth
- 52.8 m
- Surface area
- 44.9 ha
- Lake size
- Small Water (< 50 ha)
- Species
- Westslope Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Bull Trout
- Trout strain
- Gerrard & Westslope Cutthroat & Premier Rainbow Strains
- Typical size
- 1.5 to 2.5 lbs (Quality Catchable)
- Size class
- Medium Action (1 - 2.5 lbs)
- Stocking
- Stocked / Natural Wild Production (FFSBC)
- Boat launch
- Gravel Boat Ramp
- Motor rules
- Gas & Electric Permitted
- Ice fishing
- Open to ice fishing, confirmed
How to fish Fisher Maiden Lake
Targeting Medium Action (1 - 2.5 lbs) Westslope Cutthroat Trout in Kootenays.
Productive stillwater fishery. Early spring chironomid emergences (sizes #14-#18) in 12-18ft depths, followed by traveling sedge and damsel nymphs along weedlines in June. Fall leeches and scuds produce aggressive takes.
Best times of year at Fisher Maiden Lake
- May - June
- September - October
Getting to Fisher Maiden Lake
Access via regional highway and maintained forestry road in Kootenays (MU 4-23). Gravel Boat Ramp available.
Coordinates: 49.2314, -119.6256
Boat launch: Gravel Boat Ramp.
Fisher Maiden Lake fishing regulations
FORDING RIVER (downstream of Josephine Falls) 4-23 4-23 4-7 4-22
Standard Regional Regulations.
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Ice fishing at Fisher Maiden Lake
Fisher Maiden Lake 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.
Camping and rec sites at Fisher Maiden Lake
- Fisher Maiden Lake Recreation Site
Day-use recreation access, boat launch, and shoreline fishing.
Facilities: Boat Launch, Parking
Access: Maintained 2WD forestry road access in Kootenays.
Coordinates: 49.230597, -119.628656 Official page
Local shops and lodges in the Kootenays
- High Country Sports, Cranbrook, BC
Kootenay lake tackle, fly gear, camping & local outdoor knowledge
High Country Sports website - Kootenay Fly Shop, Fernie, BC
Westslope cutthroat patterns, high-elevation lake flies & gear
Kootenay Fly Shop website
Trout lakes near Fisher Maiden Lake
- Rickey Lake 1 km away
- Burnell (Sawmill) Lake 3 km away
- Bighorn Reservoir 4 km away
- Gallagher Lake 8 km away
- Vaseux Lake 9 km away
- Trout Lake 14 km away
- Yellow Lake 15 km away
- Skaha Lake 21 km away
- Osoyoos Lake 24 km away
Data from the BC Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis, and Sites and Trails BC.