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Fishing Chum Lake: what the data says
103-acre lake in British Columbia. The lake tops out around 21 ft. Depth here is modeled from the true shoreline and max depth rather than surveyed; use it to plan, not to navigate. Species by species, here's what the data says the year looks like.
On the chart, Chum Lake draws 103 acres inside 2.4 miles of shoreline. The shoreline is moderately structured (index 1.7) — enough points and pockets to pattern. Roughly 75% of the water is 15 ft or less as modeled, the band where the food chain lives.
Kokanee fishing at Chum Lake
Spring puts kokanee in skinny water — 6 to 21 ft is the zone. Summer fish stay in 6 to 21 ft, and winter fish hold in 5 to 21 ft. Deep basin is the standout, a deep basin at roughly 18 ft, rated prime for spring kokanee. Plan around early morning in the warm months. A dodger + pink/orange squid on downrigger or a kokanee bug + corn covers the summer program.
| Season | Depth | Best window | Start at | Go-to baits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 6 to 21 ft | dawn | Deep basin (18 ft) | Small dodger + squid (pink), Wedding-ring spinner + corn |
| Summer | 6 to 21 ft | dawn | Deep basin (18 ft) | Dodger + pink/orange squid on downrigger, Kokanee bug + corn |
| Fall | 3 to 21 ft | dawn | Deep basin (18 ft) | Dodger + squid (deeper red/purple), Small spoon |
| Winter | 5 to 21 ft | dawn | Deep basin (18 ft) | Small glow jig + corn or maggot, Tiny spoon |
Rainbow Trout fishing at Chum Lake
In spring, rainbow trout run shallow here, mostly 5 to 20 ft. Midsummer fish sit out in 6 to 21 ft before dropping to 4 to 21 ft for winter. Winter rainbow trout concentrate at Break off the point, a prime-rated drop-off around 9 ft. Fish it in early morning and the evening and you'll meet the bite. You won't need more than a dodger + spoon (deep troll) or a flutter spoon most summer days.
| Season | Depth | Best window | Start at | Go-to baits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 5 to 20 ft | dawn & dusk | Main-lake point (8 ft) | Inline spinner (silver), Small spoon |
| Summer | 6 to 21 ft | dawn & dusk | Break off the point (9 ft) | Dodger + spoon (deep troll), Flutter spoon |
| Fall | 6 to 21 ft | dawn & dusk | Main-lake point (8 ft) | Casting spoon, Jerkbait over shoals |
| Winter | 4 to 21 ft | dawn | Break off the point (9 ft) | Jigging spoon, Tube jig (white) |
Notable structure
- Deep basin: deep basin, around 18 ft
- Break off the point: drop-off, around 9 ft
- Main-lake point: point, around 8 ft
- Secondary point: point, around 8 ft
- Shallow bay flat: weed flat, around 3 ft
- Back-bay flat: weed flat, around 3 ft
Chum Lake fishing regulations
Season dates, license requirements, and size and bag limits for British Columbia waters are set by the BC freshwater fishing synopsis — and special regulations can apply to Chum Lake specifically, so confirm the current rules before you fish.
Check the official British Columbia fishing regulations →
Common questions
How deep is Chum Lake?
Chum Lake is about 21 ft (6 m) deep at its deepest point. The contours here are modeled from the water's real shape and maximum depth, so treat them as a rough guide.
What fish are in Chum Lake?
Anglers target rainbow trout, kokanee on Chum Lake.
Where is the best fishing spot on Chum Lake?
Deep basin is the top-rated area: a deep basin in about 18 ft of water that rates prime for kokanee in spring. The interactive chart above rates every spot for each species and season.
When is the best time to fish Chum Lake?
For kokanee, the summer bite is best in early morning. Each species page section below lists the seasonal windows, and the map shows a live NOW badge when you're inside one.
What are the fishing regulations for Chum Lake?
Fishing on Chum Lake is regulated by the BC freshwater fishing synopsis. Check the official British Columbia regulations for current license requirements, season dates, and size and bag limits — special regulations can apply to this specific water.
Nearby waters
Phillips Lake 2 mi · Little Shuswap Lake 4 mi · Bryden Lake 6 mi · Pement Lake 6 mi · Skimikin Lake 6 mi · Skmana Lake 8 mi · Harper Lake 8 mi · Niskonlith Lake 9 mi · Little White Lake 12 mi · Wallensteen Lake 13 mi · Miller Lake 13 mi · Ukulele Lake 14 mi
See how Chum Lake stacks up: best rainbow trout lakes in British Columbia · best kokanee lakes in British Columbia
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