Fishing in Central Okanagan Regional District, British Columbia

What this local map set contains

The Central Okanagan Regional District directory currently covers 14 lakes or reservoirs. 3 charts use measured bathymetry from a published source; 11 charts are clearly labeled as modeled. Recorded maximum depths range from 13 to 794 ft, with a median of 56 ft. Those figures describe each chart's deepest recorded or modeled point, not a safe navigation depth.

Species records are attached to 14 of 14 waters. The most frequently cataloged targets are Rainbow Trout (14), Brook Trout (5), Yellow Perch (4), Kokanee (2) and Lake Trout (2). These are coverage counts, not abundance estimates or catch forecasts; open the individual map to see the evidence and seasonal context attached to that water.

Three useful maps to compare first

1. Ellison Lake: 14 ft maximum; survey-backed contours; 2 cataloged target species.
2. Swalwell Lake: 100 ft maximum; survey-backed contours; 1 cataloged target species.
3. Islaht Lake: 56 ft maximum; survey-backed contours; 1 cataloged target species.

Start with a survey-backed chart when exact contour shape matters most. Use a modeled chart as broad planning context, then verify depths on the water. Comparing the three examples above also shows whether this area offers one dominant basin type or genuinely different shallow, deep, lake and river options. Access is separate from map coverage: confirm launches, shore rights, closures and posted rules before making the trip.