Do you need a Licence to fish in BC?
Every angler who is 16 years of age or older will need to buy a Basic Licence which allows him or her to fish in the non-tidal waters of BC.
Can you keep wild trout in BC?
To help protect trout populations in BC, daily quotas of 4 hatchery-origin trout are in place around Vancouver Island. Only 1 over 50 cm is allowed, or 2 hatchery steelhead over 50 cm are allowed. All wild steelhead. All wild trout from streams.
How many rainbow trout can you keep in BC?
SCHEDULE VII(Section 56)
| Item | Column I | Column II |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Overall Length | |
| 1 | Wild rainbow trout | (c) more than 50 cm |
| 2 | Hatchery rainbow trout | (a) less than 30 cm |
| (b) 30 cm to 50 cm |
How big do trout have to be to keep in BC?
In fishing regulations, minimum size refers to the size limit that a fish must be or bigger if it is to be kept legally. The size limit is usually measured in length. For example, the minimum size for trout caught in the tidal waters of BC is 30cm, so all trout must be 30cm or longer if you decide to keep them.
Is night fishing legal in BC?
Re: Fishing in the dark In general, it is allowed and most night time closures apply to freshwater salmon fisheries. For example, a browse through Region 2’s freshwater salmon fishing regulations, you’ll notice that “day light hours only” applies to systems such as Chilliwack River, Harrison River, etc.
Is fishing with corn illegal in BC?
Some lakes have bait bans. “Chumming” means to dump bait or other attractants into the water to attract fish. Corn, worms, shrimp, and other bait have been used for chumming. Chumming with any substance is illegal in BC.
Is it illegal to fish at night in BC?
What size trout can you keep in BC?
What size of trout is a keeper?
A CALIFORNIA FISHING LICENSE IS REQUIRED FOR ALL FISHERMEN OVER AGE 15
| Species | Limit | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Large Mouth Bass | 5 | 12 Inches |
| Striped Bass | 10 | No Size |
| Crappie/Bluegill/Sunfish | 25 | No Size |
| Trout | 5 | No Size |
Are barbed hooks legal in BC?
In British Columbia, barbless hooks are required in most of the fisheries, particularly for salmon and steelhead. In all streams, a single barbless hook is required. If you have barbed hooks, you can simply pinch down the barb on them.
Do you need a fishing licence in BC?
ISHING LICENCE. All anglers must have a fishing licence to fish tidal waters in BC. Children under the age of 16 are free but must still obtain a licence. A Tidal Waters Sport Fishing Licence: is required to fish for any species of finfish or shellfish. is not transferable.
Where to find the best trout in BC?
Dolly Varden are present in many coastal lakes and streams, and are often caught while fishing for coastal Cutthroat or Rainbow trout. The large Bull trout are more common in interior and northern BC waters.
Are there any fishing lakes in British Columbia?
There are thousands of rainbow trout fly fishing lakes and rivers in British Columbia. Some two hundred of these lakes are located within a one hour drive of Kamloops. We will attempt to list some of these many lakes. We encourage the whole family type of outing. Fishing trips can and should be much more than just fishing and catching fish.
What kind of fish are in Trout Lake?
Trout Lake is a pristine clear mountain lake some 16 miles long and up to 800 feet deep. Rainbow trout, Dolly Varden and Kokanee Salmon are regularly caught, and fish over 10 pounds are not uncommon. Its clear waters offer residents and visitors spectacular scenery, excellent fishing and many Km s of natural untouched shoreline to explore