Bearhole Lake offers a wide variety of fishing opportunities. Yellow perch, burbot, rainbow trout, northern pike and suckers are all present in Bearhole Lake. Targeting burbot can be rewarding. Mainly considered best for ice fishing, burbot can be caught at other times of the year as well, when the water is cool. They prefer deeper water, and will feed on anything available. Try trolling a spoon near the bottom of the lake, near rocks, roots or holes in banks. Pike are another opportunistic feeder, and can be caught with a wide variety of gear. Keep in mind that these are strong, fighting fish, and a wire leader can be essential. Larger lures will probably work best in mid-summer. Position yourself near weedy areas that will offer cover to the pike, who prefer to ambush their prey. Fly fishing for rainbow trout is a great way to spend a day on Bearhole Lake. Leech and chironomid patterns are good to have on hand for any type of trout fishing. Try matching the hatch, but don’t be afraid to experiment if something isn’t working. One of the great challenges of fly fishing is to know enough about trout feeding patterns and the insects upon which they’re feeding. Whichever pattern you use, try to imitate your insect’s natural movements. Many fly patterns are versatile enough to mimic a variety of insects. Please note that there are trumpeter swans in the area. Please do not approach the swans or their young, as they are easily disturbed. LAKE ACCESS Bearhole Lake Provincial Park is 25 kilometres east of Tumbler Ridge. From the Heritage Hwy (Highway 52), travel west along the Kiskatinaw Forest Service Road 20 kilometres. BC Parks reports that the road in can be very slippery after a rain; please exercise caution travelling this road. There is a campground on the west side of the lake offering campsites, toilets and a boat launch. There is also a day use area and picnic facilities available.

The pike are abundant and healthy in this lake.A slow troll on the edge of the weeds with Black Fury Mepps spinners worked consistently through out the day