"Christina Lake, without a doubt is one of BC’s most beautiful lakes. The water is clean and warm and surrounded by rolling hills and small mountains. While pictures are great, nothing beats the actual thing.

Even more spectacular than the scenery however, is the fishing! Although home to a large number of species, the most sought after are small and largemouth bass, kokanee, and rainbow trout. Brenda LaCroix of the Christina Lake Stewardship Society says that spring and fall are best times of year to go fishing.

While techniques for catching each species differ, trolling is a safe bet for catching just about everything in Christina Lake. LaCroix recommends using a light line with an Apex lure or a plug. Remember to use light colours during the spring and summer months and darker colours throughout fall and winter.

When looking to target kokanee, look out for ice-off season, right before lake turnover. Kokanee are extremely active during this time. Try trolling the lake using a red Wedding Ring lure.

Christina Lake will play host to a Fishing Derby in Spring 2017. In addition to having the chance to win some great prizes and have a fun day out of the lake, Christina Lake Stewardship Society is looking to raise awareness of invasive species and their effect on the lake. The purpose of the derby is to try and eradicate northern pike that have made their way from the Columbia River. Northern pike can destroy the ecosystem in the lake, killing native fish in the waterbody.

However, the only upside, is how tasty these fish can be. Northern pike tend to stay along the weed lines, so that’s a great place to start.

Aside from all the great fishing you can find at Christina Lake, visitors are welcome to do some hiking on the many surrounding trails. Camping is available at Gladstone Provincial Park, as well as kayaking, canoeing, and swimming. There are two public boat launches into the lake making boat access very easy.

LAKE ACCESS

Christina Lake is located just a short distance outside of the town of Christina Lake. While there are a number of different access points, the main beach is located in Christina Lake Provincial Park. Turn west off Highway #3 onto West Lake Drive then turn right at Park Road.

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