Fishing
Fishing for wild trout in the quiet solitude of our lakes, disturbed only by the splash of big rainbows dancing on the end of your line, is the ultimate fishing experience.
The Cariboo region's rivers, lakes and streams provide spawning, rearing and foraging habitat for wild native fish, including BC's legendary rainbow trout. Prolific fly hatches, a nutrient rich environment and clear, cold waters make this area a fantastic fishing destination. In particular, the backwaters around Siwash Lake Ranch are an angler's paradise. Remote and pristine, they provide both the perfect habitat for wild trout and a refreshing oasis of wilderness solitude for the fisherman.Nestled high on the Bonaparte Plateau, the ranch is surrounded by natural meadows, open forests of pine and fir, groves of aspen poplar, numerous wilderness lakes, and is flanked by two rivers. There are more than nine excellent trout fishing lakes and a river close by - their picturesque shores are all within a half hour radius of the ranch.
Your personal angling guide will take you to our favourite fishing spots in the ranch's four-wheel drive truck.
Many of these places are well hidden — off the beaten track — just getting to them is like being on a safari adventure. There will be plenty of wildlife and stunning scenery along the way. Once there, you're sure to relax and let nature unwind your woes. Bask in warm sunshine sparkling on azure depths, listen to the wild call of a loon and inhale the sweet scent of pine wafting by on a soft breeze.
You'll be fishing for 2-15lb. rainbow trout, and will have the opportunity to use waders, float tubes, and a boat with super quiet, electric motor. We offer all types of fishing - you can do traditional spin casting from shore, troll from a boat, or learn to fly fish - whatever your pleasure. Your guide will help you "match the hatch" and perfect your dry fly and wet fly techniques, using both floating and sinking line. In winter, you can learn about Canada's favourite winter past-time — ice-fishing!
All fishing gear is available at the ranch, including your rods, reels, flies, bait and lures. Please note that you will require a fishing license, which can be purchased at the 70 Mile House general store on your way in to the ranch. To protect future stores we encourage the practice of catch and release.
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All levels are welcome - beginner through advanced - and the one-on-one personal attention we're famous for ensures that the fishing is tailored for your specific wishes. You'll head out after breakfast each day and return around 4:30 pm. We'll pack you a delicious lunch and snacks, and all the gear you'll need. If you don't purchase a package that includes guided fishing, you can add fishing on to your regular stay at an extra cost, with 24 hours notice.
