Fishing in North Okanagan Regional District, British Columbia

What this local map set contains

The North Okanagan Regional District directory currently covers 17 lakes or reservoirs. 6 charts use measured bathymetry from a published source; 11 charts are clearly labeled as modeled. Recorded maximum depths range from 16 to 658 ft, with a median of 91 ft. Those figures describe each chart's deepest recorded or modeled point, not a safe navigation depth.

Species records are attached to 17 of 17 waters. The most frequently cataloged targets are Rainbow Trout (17), Burbot (4), Kokanee (4), Lake Trout (4) and Lake Whitefish (4). 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. Kalamalka Lake: 466 ft maximum; survey-backed contours; 7 cataloged target species.
2. Greenbush Lake: 174 ft maximum; survey-backed contours; 4 cataloged target species.
3. Pinaus Lake: 189 ft maximum; survey-backed contours; 2 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.