Loon Lake

A 14 km long classic fishing destination renowned for non-stop action and abundant wild rainbow trout.

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Loon Lake at a glance

Region
Region 3 - Thompson-Nicola
Management unit
MU 3-30
Elevation
860 m
Maximum depth
65 m
Surface area
185.2 ha
Trout strain
Natural reproduction & Pennask Rainbows
Typical size
1 to 2.5 lbs (Active Feeders)
Stocking
Wild spawning runs & supplemental stocking
Boat launch
Concrete Ramp (Trailer Friendly)
Motor rules
🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
Ice fishing
Closed

When to fish it

Getting there

Paved Loon Lake Road off Hwy 97 near Cache Creek. Multiple resorts, Provincial Park boat launch.

Coordinates: 51.1028, -121.2547

Regulations

No Ice Fishing; rainbow trout release; bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motor only - max 7.5 kW Rainbow trout daily quota = 2 Electric motor only - max 7.5 kW; WARNING! Dangerous thin ice due to aeration! Electric motor only - max 7.5 kW No Fishing northeast of fishing boundary signs near the mouth of Thunder Creek and the public access site No Ice Fishing within 500 m of outlet stream at southwest end of lake as marked by fishing boundary signs 2025-2027 BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis REGION 3 - Thompson-Nicola

Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.

Camping and rec sites at Loon Lake

Local shops and lodges in the Thompson-Nicola

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.