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Fishing Kiakho Lakes: what the data says
16-acre lake in British Columbia. The lake tops out around 32 ft. Contours on this water are modeled from its actual shoreline and max depth. Good for finding likely water, never for navigation. Species by species, here's what the data says the year looks like.
Kiakho Lakes maps at 16 acres behind 1.2 miles of shoreline. A middling shoreline index (2.1) gives it some bays to work without being a maze. 53% of the surface is littoral (under ~15 ft), per the model — cover, weeds and forage water.
Cutthroat Trout fishing at Kiakho Lakes
In spring, cutthroat trout run shallow here, mostly 3 to 15 ft. Summer pushes them deeper, 9 to 32 ft, and winter fish settle into 8 to 32 ft. Break off the point is the standout, a drop-off at roughly 14 ft, rated prime for summer cutthroat trout. Time it for early morning and the evening. You won't need more than a trolled spoon (small) or a inline spinner most summer days.
| Season | Depth | Best window | Start at | Go-to baits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 3 to 15 ft | dawn & dusk | Main-lake point (8 ft) | Inline spinner (silver/gold), Small spoon |
| Summer | 9 to 32 ft | dawn & dusk | Break off the point (14 ft) | Trolled spoon (small), Inline spinner |
| Fall | 5 to 25 ft | dawn & dusk | Main-lake point (8 ft) | Casting spoon, Inline spinner |
| Winter | 8 to 32 ft | dawn | Break off the point (14 ft) | Small jigging spoon, Marabou jig |
Notable structure
- Deep basin: deep basin, around 27 ft
- Break off the point: drop-off, around 14 ft
- Main-lake point: point, around 8 ft
- Shallow bay flat: weed flat, around 4 ft
- Back-bay flat: weed flat, around 4 ft
Kiakho Lakes 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 Kiakho Lakes specifically, so confirm the current rules before you fish.
Check the official British Columbia fishing regulations →
Common questions
How deep is Kiakho Lakes?
Kiakho Lakes is about 32 ft (10 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 Kiakho Lakes?
Anglers target cutthroat trout on Kiakho Lakes.
Where is the best fishing spot on Kiakho Lakes?
Break off the point is the top-rated area: a drop-off in about 14 ft of water that rates prime for cutthroat trout in summer. The map above holds the full rated-spot list for every species and season.
When is the best time to fish Kiakho Lakes?
For cutthroat trout, the summer bite is best in early morning and the evening. 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 Kiakho Lakes?
Fishing on Kiakho Lakes 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
Jim Smith Lake 3 mi · New Lake 3 mi · Hiawatha Lake 8 mi · Monroe Lake 9 mi · Mineral Lake 10 mi · Moyie Lake 10 mi · St. Mary Lake 16 mi · Hahas Lake 18 mi · Edith Lake 18 mi · Horseshoe Lake 18 mi · Haha Lake 19 mi · Norbury Lakes 19 mi
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