Topaz Lake
Topaz Lake is a medium lake (50 - 500 ha) in the Kootenays region, sitting at 689 m elevation, with access typical of the region. The map view has precise coordinates and driving directions.
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Topaz Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 4 - Kootenays
- Management unit
- MU 4-40
- Elevation
- 689 m
- Maximum depth
- 46.8 m
- Surface area
- 93.3 ha
- Trout strain
- Gerrard & Westslope Cutthroat & Premier Rainbow Strains
- 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 Kootenays (MU 4-40). Gravel Boat Ramp available.
Coordinates: 50.8336, -116.4067
Regulations
  4-22 4-7 4-17 4-22 4-22 4-32 4-34
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Camping and rec sites at Topaz Lake
- Topaz Lake Recreation Site
Day-use recreation access, boat launch, and shoreline fishing.
Facilities: Boat Launch, Parking
Access: Maintained 2WD forestry road access in Kootenays.
Coordinates: 50.830349, -116.40624 Official page
Local shops and lodges in the Kootenays
- High Country Sports, Cranbrook, BC
Kootenay lake tackle, fly gear, camping & local outdoor knowledge
High Country Sports website - Kootenay Fly Shop, Fernie, BC
Westslope cutthroat patterns, high-elevation lake flies & gear
Kootenay Fly Shop 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.