Hathaway Lake is beautiful and deep. It typically receives a little less fishing pressure than some of the other lakes along the Fishing Highway. Hathaway Lake offers up a triple threat of rainbow trout, lake trout and kokanee. In 2015, the BC Freshwater Fisheries Society stocked Hathaway Lake with 17,500 each of rainbow and kokanee, and the lake trout are a thriving wild population.

Mark Roseboom, from Lone Butte Sporting Goods, says that there are also burbot in Hathaway Lake. “Hathaway Lake is an attractive lake for fly anglers and trollers alike,” making it a great place for all types of fishing. Hathaway Lake is one of the sites of the Sulphurous Lake Volunteer Fire Department fundraiser derby every summer. This is a popular event, with many related activities taking place. See our feature on Sulphurous Lake for more information.

Danny Coyne, from BC Fishn’, explains the reasoning behind the standard advice to troll slowly when targetting kokanee. Since kokanee are often forage food for larger fish like lake trout, anything that moves too quickly is going to scare them off. He also says that they are naturally curious and aggressive, and as long as they aren’t afraid, they will often inspect that which doesn’t belong in their natural environment. Because Hathaway Lake is so deep, Coyne also suggests, for deep waters in general, that anglers pay attention to the ways in which colours behave in low light. For example, he says that blue will dissipate slower in deep water than red, and that anything flourescent will help attract fish in the depths. Check out the rest of his article at bcfishn.com/understanding-kokanee-fishing-techniques/. While you’re there, take a look at the rest of his site. Coyne’s suggestions are sure to help you catch more fish!

Angler’s Atlas member chaluga has posted a great photo of his six pound lake trout taken from Hathaway Lake. Lone Butte Sporting Goods has everything you need for a successful day on the water. Stop by and talk with Roseboom and the knowledgeable staff.

LAKE ACCESS

From 100 Mile House, follow Horse Lake Road to Mahood Lake Road, and turn left. Continue on this road for about 10 kilometres, where it meets the southern tip of the lake, and continues to wrap around the western shore.