Maxan Lake
Maxan Lake is a medium lake (50 - 500 ha) in the Skeena region, sitting at 664 m elevation, with access typical of the region. The map view has precise coordinates and driving directions.
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Maxan Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 6 - Skeena
- Management unit
- MU 6-1
- Elevation
- 664 m
- Maximum depth
- 16.8 m
- Surface area
- 66.1 ha
- Trout strain
- Native Northern Strain Rainbow & Wild Char
- Typical size
- 1.5 to 2.5 lbs (Quality Catchable)
- Stocking
- Stocked / Natural Wild Production (FFSBC)
- Boat launch
- Gravel Boat Ramp
- Motor rules
- 🚤 Gas & Electric Permitted
- Ice fishing
- Open, confirmed
When to fish it
- May - June
- September - October
Getting there
Access via regional highway and maintained forestry road in Skeena (MU 6-1). Gravel Boat Ramp available.
Coordinates: 54.3056, -126.0961
Regulations
MAGAR CREEK
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Camping and rec sites at Maxan Lake
- Maxan Lake Recreation Site
Rustic lakeside campsites with fire rings, picnic tables, pit toilets, and direct shoreline access for Maxan Lake.
Facilities: Boat Launch, Pit Toilets, Fire Rings, Tables
Access: Maintained 2WD forestry road access in Skeena.
Coordinates: 54.30889, -126.106237 Official page
Local shops and lodges in the Skeena
- Oscar's Source for Adventure, Smithers, BC
Northern stillwater tackle, lake trout spoons & boat supplies
Oscar's Source for Adventure 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.