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1,264-acre lake near Peace, BC. The lake tops out around 36 ft. The depth chart comes from published agency bathymetric survey data, so the contours are survey-derived rather than computer-modeled. The rest of this page walks each species through its year, using the map's own scoring.
On the chart, Solitary Lake draws 1,276 acres inside 8 miles of shoreline. The shoreline is moderately structured (index 1.6) — enough points and pockets to pattern. 54% of the surface is littoral (under ~15 ft) — cover, weeds and forage water. Figure 2.9 mi of water from one end to the other, 1.2 mi at the beam. The water lies in Stikine Region. For a second option, Twin Island Lake lies 13 mi east.
In spring, burbot run shallow here, mostly 11 to 36 ft. Summer keeps them at 11 to 36 ft, and they winter in 9 to 36 ft. Deep basin is the standout, a deep basin at roughly 36 ft, rated prime for spring burbot. Time it for after dark and midday. You won't need more than a heavy jig + cut bait most summer days.
| Season | Depth | Best window | Start at | Go-to baits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 11 to 36 ft | night & dusk | Deep basin (36 ft) | Glow jigging spoon + cut bait, Rattle bait (dark) |
| Summer | 11 to 36 ft | night & midday | Deep basin (36 ft) | Heavy jig + cut bait |
| Fall | 11 to 36 ft | night & dusk | Deep basin (36 ft) | Glow spoon + minnow head, Blade bait (slow) |
| Winter | 9 to 36 ft | night & dusk | Deep basin (36 ft) | Glow tungsten + cut bait, Rattle spoon + minnow head |
In spring, lake trout run shallow here, mostly 9 to 36 ft. Summer keeps them at 11 to 36 ft, and they winter in 9 to 36 ft. Deep basin is the standout, a deep basin at roughly 36 ft, rated prime for summer lake trout. Time it for early morning. You won't need more than a white tube jig (deep) or a magnum spoon on downrigger most summer days.
| Season | Depth | Best window | Start at | Go-to baits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 9 to 36 ft | dawn & dusk | Main-lake point (2 ft) | Casting spoon over shoals, Jerkbait (shallow) |
| Summer | 11 to 36 ft | dawn | Deep basin (36 ft) | White tube jig (deep), Magnum spoon on downrigger |
| Fall | 7 to 36 ft | dusk & dawn | Main-lake point (2 ft) | Heavy casting spoon, Jigging rap over reefs |
| Winter | 9 to 36 ft | dawn | Deep basin (36 ft) | White tube jig, Airplane jig |
The spring pattern is a shallow one: northern pike in 2 to 8 ft. As the season builds they drop to 8 to 20 ft, wintering in 5 to 15 ft. Top water on the chart: Shallow bay flat, a weed flat in the 2 ft range, prime in spring. Time it for early morning and the evening. Summer baits: a bucktail or a weedless spoon over cabbage gets it done.
| Season | Depth | Best window | Start at | Go-to baits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 2 to 8 ft | midday & dawn | Shallow bay flat (2 ft) | #5 inline spinner, Spoon (red/white) |
| Summer | 8 to 20 ft | dawn & dusk | Back-bay flat (17 ft) | Bucktail, Weedless spoon over cabbage |
| Fall | 6 to 18 ft | midday & dawn | Back-bay flat (17 ft) | Big rubber (Bull Dawg style), Husky-style jerkbait |
| Winter | 5 to 15 ft | midday | Shallow feeding flat (7 ft) | Tip-ups, Large jigging spoon |
Count 8 structure marks on this chart. The deepest, Deep basin, sits near 36 ft.
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 Solitary Lake specifically, so confirm the current rules before you fish.
Check the official British Columbia fishing regulations →
Solitary Lake is about 36 ft (11 m) deep at its deepest point. The depth chart comes from published agency bathymetric survey data, so the contours are survey-derived rather than computer-modeled.
Anglers target burbot, lake trout, northern pike on Solitary Lake.
Deep basin is the top-rated area: a deep basin in about 36 ft of water that rates prime for burbot in spring. The map above holds the full rated-spot list for every species and season.
For burbot, the summer bite is best in after dark and midday. Each species page section below lists the seasonal windows, and the map shows a live NOW badge when you're inside one.
Fishing on Solitary 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.
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More water nearby: Stikine Region fishing maps (88 charts). Browse all British Columbia fishing maps or see every water on DepthScout. Bathymetry: published agency survey data. How we build these maps. Fish here with a sonar unit that logs? Send us your depth data and we'll improve this chart, credited to you. For fishing guidance only, never navigation.