"Hicks Lake is one of three great trout lakes in Sasquatch Provincial Park, along with Deer and Trout Lakes. Hicks and Deer Lakes can accommodate boaters, while Trout Lake is suitable for belly boats. With cutthroat, rainbows, and whitefish to choose from, there is enough choice to keep anglers interested for many trips. Hicks Lake also has enough structure to provide great habitat for the trout, offering several places for anglers to explore. Try trolling around the islands in the north end, or near the creeks on the southeast side. When going after cutthroat trout, use flies with good action, such as a leech or carey pattern. These patterns can be fished with a cast and retrieve method while anchored, or by trolling. Preferred locations are at creek mouths. Hicks Lake is deep enough to resist the summer doldrums. At the same time, the shallows are excellent places for early and late season jaunts. Because it’s popular with other recreational users, anglers may have their best success in early spring. Hicks Lake has a concrete boat launch and horsepower is restricted of 10 HP. Hicks Lake is stocked with rainbow trout, and in 2016, the BC Freshwater Fisheries Society released 1,500 fish into the lake. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations before heading out. LAKE ACCESS From Abbotsford follow Highway 7 to Harrison Hot Springs, then follow the signs through the village and Green Point. The BC Parks website notes that there have been several improvements to the campgrounds and day-use areas as of March, 2016."

Local Lakes Report

June 29, 2016 The weather forecasts are looking much better these days and so are the fishing predictions. At this time of year we do get the benefit of cool evenings and warm daylight hours which is ideal on the lake scene. The fish are active, meaning they are eating and therefore fishing can be very good. Just remember that the fish feed during the day on their schedule that is related to weather, sun, cloud, wind, barometric pressure and moon phase. This is why they call it fishing and not catching. If the weather is good the fishing is better.The smaller lakes like Deer, Hicks, Kawkawa will be good choices this week as most of them will be. Pick your favourite and go have fun. Just a reminder that the Skagit River and Ross lake will open on July 1st. Water levels are good on the river. This system has some very good Trout and Dolly fishing. Make sure you take some bug spray. The bigger lakes like Chilliwack Lake are certainly a good option. The bigger lakes have bigger fish and they tend to be more consistant and dependable all around. Deeper lakes stay cooler and the fishing can be very good when the sun comes out. Trolling fish imitations can produce some good sized Trout and Char. Try using Williams Wobblers in gold, silver or 50/50 or zombie max lures. They catch fish that like to eat smaller fish. Check out the action on these and you will see why they work so well Report reposted from: http://www.fredscustomtackle.com/#!fishing-report/e4jvy

Hicks Lake Report

"Hicks Lake is still very productive. Beside the catchable rainbow trout which were stocked a few weeks ago in the lake, anglers can also expect to get into bigger rainbow trout, cutthroat trout and some kokanee. Fishing from shore is possible but a boat can get you to lots of productive spots." Full Lower Mainland Reports: http://fishingwithrod.com/fishing_report/

Lake of the Day August 31: Hicks Lake, BC

Hicks Lake, in Sasquatch Provincial Park, is one of three great trout lakes in the park. With cutthroat, rainbows, and whitefish to choose from, there is enough choice to keep anglers interested for many trips. Hicks Lake also has enough structure to provide great habitat for the trout, offering several places for anglers to explore. Try trolling around the islands in the north end, or near the creeks on the southeast side. When going after cutthroat trout, use flies with good action, such as a leech or carey pattern. These patterns can be fished with a cast and retrieve method while anchored, or by trolling. Preferred locations are at creek mouths. Hicks Lake is deep enough to resist the summer doldrums. At the same time, the shallows are excellent places for early and late season jaunts. Because it’s popular with other recreational users, anglers may have their best success in early spring. Hicks Lake has a concrete boat launch and horsepower is restricted of 10 HP. Hicks Lake is stocked with rainbow trout, and in 2014, the BC Freshwater Fisheries Society released 1,500 fish into the lake. LAKE ACCESS From Abbotsford follow Highway 7 to Harrison Hot Springs, then follow the signs through the village and Green Point.

Launch within Sasquatch Provincial Park, Hicks Lake. Note 10HP motor restriction.