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Douglas
Lake Ranch
Canada's Largest
Working Cattle Ranch
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FLY FISHING
 Salmon
Lake
Elevation:
3100' Depth: 40' Average Size: 1.5lbs Daily Catch Limit: BC Regulations
General Fly Pattern: Salmon Lake special, leeches,
chironomids, mayflies, shrimp, attractor patterns.
Accommodation: (cottages, RV sites, campsites, yurt)
Lake Description: (family lake. Moderate fishing, variable.)
Salmon Lake is set in the rolling hills in the eastern portion of the Ranch. The south
shore of the lake is completely treed and the north shore has fairly steep banks
consisting of open grassland. The lake has no protection from the west winds. Hiking and
mountain biking is available among the many old logging roads in the area. A hike/bike to
Beautiful Lake is a must for the energetic, outdoors type. Wildlife and birds abound the
area. One guest in 1997 spotted and identified over 60 species of birds in five days. Bear
do frequent Salmon Lake and must be respected. Salmon lake is a natural lake with 2 inlets
and 1 outlet, which are home to our spawning channels. (Rowboat and Motorboat Rentals.)
 Harry's Dam
Elevation: 3400'Size: 10 acres
Depth: 22' Average Size: 1.5lbs
General Fly Pattern: leeches, fluorescent shrimp, mayflies, chironomids, dry flies (evenings), attractors.
Nearby accommodation: Salmon Lake Resort
Lake Description: (family lake, lots of fish) A pretty little
lake situated half in the tree line and half in the grassy hills. It is somewhat protected
from the wind. Willows and bull rushes make up the perimeter on this reservoir. The lake
has a small creek inlet and during run off has a small outlet. Along with great
fishing for smaller trout. Beware of the loons and beavers. (Rowboat rentals.)
Big Sabin Lake
Elevation: 3000'Size: 30 acres Depth: 20' Average Size: 2lbs
General Fly Pattern: Chironomids in season, shrimp, leeches,
red spratley, hares ear, tan 52 buick.
Nearby accommodation: Salmon Lake Resort
Lake Description: (lots of fish, can be steady.) Oval shaped lake
tucked in a valley, the lake is in an open area and there is little shelter from the
elements. The lake is set in a pretty valley in the hills and has willows around most of
the perimeter. The southern exposure is a close up of a hill spotted with fir and some
aspen groves. there are 2 outlets and one inlet. It is used as an irrigation reservoir and
subject to drawdown in the summer months. (Rowboat Rentals).
Little Sabin Lake
Elevation: 2950'Size: 15 acres Depth: 22' Average Size: 2lbs
General Fly Pattern: leeches, mayflies, chironomids, damsel,
shrimp, dry flies (evenings), attractors.
Nearby accommodation: Salmon Lake Resort
Lake Description: Little Sabin is a nice lake set about our
airstrip in the open country. it is susceptible to the elements as there are not any trees
to offer protection. There is great shore fishing at Little Sabin as there are no willows
or bullrushes to hamper casting. There is an inlet and an outlet and is subject to
fluctuating water levels. (Rowboat Rentals).
Mellin Lake
Elevation: 4700'Size: 45 acres Depth:
25' Average Size: 1.5lbs Catch Limit: BC Regulations
General Fly Pattern: leeches, shrimp, mayflies, dry flies,
attractors and caddis.
Accommodation: Jerry's Cabin
Lake Description: Good lake, smaller fish, but
plentiful, good dry fly. Mellin is a high altitude lake deep in the Pennask forest. Mellin
is totally surrounded by trees, which offer good protection from the elements. It is a
crooked lake about 3/4 mile long and narrow. It has many bays, rocky out croppings and a
few islands. There is an inlet and an outlet. Mellin Lake is a picturesque lake with a
great variety of wildlife and birds in the area. There are no trails to speak of in the
vicinity, but you could mountain bike along the old logging roads. Mellin has limited
public access and when staying at Jerry's Cabin you may be the only people on the lake.
(Rowboat Rentals).
Pothole Lake
Elevation: 3100'Size: 20 acres
Depth: n/a Average Size: 1lbs
General Fly Pattern: leeches, mayflies, attractor patterns,
Idaho nymphs and damsel.
Nearby accommodation: Crater Lake Yurts & Tent Camp, Kentucky Alleyne Campsites
Lake Description: (full of tiny fish, good family spot, very
pretty) Pothole is in the valley with a lot of rugged terrain and trees surrounding it A
small creek enters the east side and exists the west side. great hiking in the general
area and Quilchena Falls is close by. There is no set trail around the lake. There is good
wildlife viewing and a lot of birds in the vicinity. It is a gem of a lake with good
fishing for smaller fish. (Rowboat Rentals).
Crater Lake
Elevation: 3300'Size: 40 acres Depth:
105' Average Size: 3lbs Stocked: spring & fall 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997
General Fly Pattern: leeches, mayflies, attractors, Idaho
nymphs, caddis hatches.
Nearby accommodation: Crater Lake Yurts & Tent Camp, Kentucky Alleyne Campsites
Lake Description: (deep, tougher lake, trophy potential) Beautiful
setting. One of the prettiest lakes on the ranch. Almost looks like a football stadium
with the lake as the playing field. Bowl shaped. Very steep banks. The lake itself is very
deep (over 100') set in a depression in the hills with trees spotted throughout. Our camp
is located at the north end of the lake. The lake is subject to windy conditions. The camp
is situated in a little valley 100 yds from the lake. Boat access is good and 4wd is
recommended. Float tubing the shoreline is the most productive and effective method. Fish
the drop-offs or the shallows in the evenings. Great hiking in the immediate area, but
please leave artifacts in tact. (Rowboat Rentals).
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