Marmot Lake

Marmot Lake is located west of Quesnel on the Nazko Road. There is a good gravel access road veering south soon after you cross the Nazko River.

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Marmot Lake at a glance

Region: Region 5 - Cariboo
Management unit: MU 5-2
Elevation: 850 m
Maximum depth: 16.0 m
Surface area: 36.6 ha
Trout strain: Pennask & Blackwater Rainbow Trout
Typical size: 0.75 to 1.5 lbs (Stocked Catchables)
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 rough recreation site is available for camping and cartop boat launching. Limited services and supplies are available from Nazko 12 km (7 mi) further along the Nazko Road.

Coordinates: 52.9231, -123.5669

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 Marmot Lake

Marmot Lake Access Point
No designated vehicle campground on this lake (Day-use / backcountry access only)
Facilities: Day-Use Shoreline, Cartop Launch
Access: A rough recreation site is available for camping and cartop boat launching. Limited services and supplies are available from Nazko 12 km (7 mi) further along the Nazko Road.
Coordinates: 52.931124, -123.571474

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.