Helena Lake

Tucked into the Cariboo region at 960 m elevation, this is a small water (< 50 ha) with access typical of the region. Tap through to the map for the exact route in.

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Helena Lake at a glance

Region: Region 5 - Cariboo
Management unit: MU 5-2
Elevation: 960 m
Maximum depth: 12.5 m
Surface area: 10.0 ha
Trout strain: Pennask & Blackwater Rainbow Trout
Typical size: 1 to 2.5 lbs (Active Feeders)
Stocking: Stocked / Wild Fishery (FFSBC)
Boat launch: Gravel Boat Ramp
Motor rules: 🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
Ice fishing: No closure on file

When to fish it

May - June
September - October

Getting there

A large Forest Service Campsite with room for 15 camper type units. An easy cartop boat and trailer launch is available. The site is motorhome accessible.

Coordinates: 51.7908, -121.6422

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 Helena Lake

Helena Lake Access Point
No designated vehicle campground on this lake (Day-use / backcountry access only)
Facilities: Day-Use Shoreline, Cartop Launch
Access: A large Forest Service Campsite with room for 15 camper type units. An easy cartop boat and trailer launch is available. The site is motorhome accessible.
Coordinates: 51.787053, -121.627528

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.