Lessard Lake

From Anahim Lake, which is 322 km (199.64 mi) from Williams Lake on Highway 20, go north towards the Dean River. This 4.02 km (2 1/2 mile) long lake, which is also vital for waterfowl, is located past Abuntlet Lake .

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Lessard Lake at a glance

Region: Region 5 - Cariboo
Management unit: MU 5-2
Elevation: 1082 m
Maximum depth: 3.05 m
Surface area: 19.0 ha
Trout strain: Pennask & Blackwater Rainbow Trout
Typical size: 2 to 5 lbs (Quality Trout)
Stocking: Stocked / Wild Fishery (FFSBC)
Boat launch: Cartop / Small Boat Launch
Motor rules: 🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
Ice fishing: No closure on file

When to fish it

May - June
September - October

Getting there

A cleared area for boat launching is located at the north end of the lake. Nearest facilities and services are located at Anahim Lake .

Coordinates: 52.6481, -125.4403

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 Lessard Lake

Lessard Lake Access Point
No designated vehicle campground on this lake (Day-use / backcountry access only)
Facilities: Day-Use Shoreline, Cartop Launch
Access: A cleared area for boat launching is located at the north end of the lake. Nearest facilities and services are located at Anahim Lake .
Coordinates: 52.654564, -125.444572

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.