Irish Lake

At 93 Mile, turn east off Hwy 97 onto Hwy 24. Travel to the town of Lone Butte (approx. 11 miles). Continue east on Hwy 24 for another 3.2 km (2 miles). Some anglers gain access through the BC Rail property on the west side of the lake, however, BC Rail forbids trespassing on their property.

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Irish Lake at a glance

Region: Region 5 - Cariboo
Management unit: MU 5-2
Elevation: 1170 m
Maximum depth: 8.0 m
Surface area: 12.0 ha
Trout strain: Pennask & Blackwater Rainbow Trout
Typical size: 0.75 to 1.5 lbs (Stocked Catchables)
Stocking: Stocked / Wild Fishery (FFSBC)
Boat launch: Cartop / Small Boat Launch
Motor rules: 🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
Ice fishing: Open, confirmed

When to fish it

May - June
September - October

Getting there

None. Most of the shoreline is private property.

Coordinates: 51.5481, -121.1706

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 Irish Lake

Irish Lake Access Point
No designated vehicle campground on this lake (Day-use / backcountry access only)
Facilities: Day-Use Shoreline, Cartop Launch
Access: None. Most of the shoreline is private property.
Coordinates: 51.545761, -121.163592

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.