The month of May is when the Big boys come out to Play. This is true when you are talking about stillwater fly fishing in British Columbia, Canada. The lakes have all turned and sit in that fishy temperature between 50°f - 60°f. As the days grow in length the lakes receive more surface activity in the way of hatches. Mayfly, Damsel fly and Black Gnat hatches drift across the local lakes like gun smoke.
It is best to divide the month into three distinct portions: the first is in early May when there will be the Hawthorn hatch. The Second, somewhere in the middle of the month after you have received 4 consecutive days of 20°c+ brings on the Flying Black Ants. The third is later in the month when the Mayfly is on. Throughout the rest of the month of May I have made a list of prolific hatches in British Columbia.
Prolific British Columbia Hatches in the Month of May
Mayfly
Flying Black Ant
Damsel fly
Dragonfly
Iron Blue
Hawthorn
Black Gnat
Shrimp.
It's one thing to know what to use when you are fly fishing in British Columbia, Canada. Now lets talk about a few small lakes to try fly fishing in the Sea to Sky corridor.
Fly Fishing Lakes in Squamish BC
There are numerous lakes in Squamish worth checking out for Fly Fishing. Most of the lakes are low elevation. Squamish provides most of our early season fly fishing. During the Summer months most of the lakes Surrounding Squamish become very warm so try fishing the deeper sections for best success. You do not need to travel far from a paved road in Squamish to get into some great fly fishing opportunities. Join us on a Fly Fishing Trip in Squamish.
Browning lake - the lake is stocked frequently with catchable sized Rainbow Trout 10" - 12". The lake has a great day use area and fish grow rapidly.
Brohm lake - This lake contains a healthy population of Gammarus Shrimp, which are a staple food for creating big fish. Brohm Lake is stocked annually with Rainbow Trout and has a population of native Cutthroat Trout.
Starvation lake - This Spring fed lake produces Rainbow Trout as large as 2 KG (4.5 LBS). Rustic Camping is available at the lake.
Fly Fishing Lakes in Whistler BC
Whistler has become a popular Trout fly fishing destination over the past 10 years. With numerous lakes varying in size and elevation, there is always a lake that will provide endless activity no matter the time of year. Most of the small lakes are either spring fed or fed by glacial streams. This keeps most of the lakes cold year round. There are numerous species of fish in the lakes surrounding Whistler BC. Most popular species include Cutthroat Trout, Bull Trout, Rainbow Trout and Kokanee. There are a few lakes that inhabit Trout in excess of 20" and can weigh as much as 6 LBS. Here is a list of a few Lakes to check out in Whistler for Fishing. Join us on a Fly Fishing Trip in Whistler.
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Fly Fishing guides in Whistler, Squamish and Pemberton British Columbia Canada
In this article we have just barely scratched the surface of fly fishing the Sea to Sky corridor. Our fly fishing guides have a passion for seeing our clients catch fish and they are very knowledgeable. Among our Professional fly fishing guides we share over 100 years of fly fishing knowledge of the lakes surrounding Whistler, Squamish and Pemberton BC. We provide a safe, fun and educational fly fishing experience for all ages and experience levels. Come join us and see what makes our waters so special. Book your freshwater fly fishing trip today, call toll free 1(877)905-8121 or email info@pembertonfishfinder.com
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