Howard Lake

Tucked into the Cariboo region at 937 m elevation, this is a medium lake (50 - 500 ha) reachable via the region's usual road and trail network. Tap through to the map for the exact route in.

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Howard Lake at a glance

Region
Region 5 - Cariboo
Management unit
MU 5-2
Elevation
937 m
Maximum depth
33.53 m
Surface area
102.7 ha
Trout strain
Pennask & Blackwater Rainbow Trout
Typical size
Locally regarded as a trophy lake; rainbow trout reported to 5 lbs and more
Stocking
Stocked / Wild Fishery (FFSBC)
Boat launch
Concrete Ramp (Trailer Friendly)
Motor rules
🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
Ice fishing
Open, confirmed

When to fish it

Getting there

There is a large Forest Service campsite, complete with boat launch and picnic site located at this "trophy" lake. Although the campsite is RV accessible the road is steep and can some times be rough. There is a 10hp maximum for motors.

Coordinates: 51.8125, -120.7908

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 Howard Lake

Local shops and lodges in the Cariboo

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.