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Ice Fishing Merritt BC Canada

Nicola Valley Winter and Snow Adventures

Ice fishing Merritt BC offers great fishing opportunities for any hard water angler. There are numerous small lakes that are pure gems for ice fishing enthusiasts. Connect with the great outdoors and spend quality time with friends and family while on your Merritt BC Ice Fishing adventure.

Where to go Ice Fishing Merritt BC Canada

With over 200 lakes in the area, Merritt BC and the Nicola Valley region is a fisherman’s paradise. Jig for burbot on Nicola Lake east of Merritt or hook onto a rainbow trout at Mamette Lake north of Merritt. For most of these lakes, ice fishing season starts in mid-December as the colder weather brings over 6 inches of hard ice. Some of the best fishing happens at the beginning of the season when the oxygen levels are still high in the water and the fish are still feeding.

Things to remember before going ice fishing:

  • Have a valid fishing license.
  • Know the size and daily limits for the fish that you hope to catch.
  • Learn the ice fishing regulations for where you are fishing.
  • Make a checklist of things you will need to have fun and be safe.
  • Consider leaving a “float plan” with someone who knows that you will be out on the ice, indicating where you plan to fish, where you plan to park your vehicle, and when you plan to return home. For boaters, this is common practice, and for ice anglers, it’s not a bad idea either.
More Ice Fishing & Regulations

Ice Fishing Preparedness

Once the freeze is on, check the most recent ice fishing reports, or make a quick stop at the local sporting goods/bait shop to find out what’s biting and where. Remember your fishing license! Gun Fishin or Ponderosa Sports in Merritt can help you with those needs. As always, be safe when you head out on the ice.

After spending a full day on the lake, warm up and check out our local hospitality. Your ice fishing adventure awaits in Merritt BC.

Nicola Valley Cross Country Ski Maps and Trails

Discover what makes Cross Country skiing in Merritt BC a desired destination. Experience the quiet of a snow-covered landscape winter wonderland. Embrace the magic of the beautiful Kane Valley with miles of groomed trails, snow drenched trees, steep hills and scenic views. A perfect setting for your Nicola Valley Cross Country ski adventure.

About Kane Valley

The Kane Valley, 18 kms south of Merritt, is a haven for Cross Country skiers. With a base elevation of 1160 metres (3800 feet), the timbered valley has a micro-climate that can provide ideal Nordic skiing conditions. The snow is generally dry, seldom more than 1 to 1.5 metres deep, and the air temperature is usually between 0 and -15 degrees Celsius throughout the winter. The best winter access to the ski areas is along the Kane Valley road which joins Highway 5A/97C near Corbett Lake, 18 kilometers south of Merritt.

About the trails

Kane Valley has over 50 km. of groomed trails, and many kilometres of pristine snow offering a variety of terrain and skill levels, but all ideal for wilderness Nordic skiing. All trails are marked with maps and trail indicators and there are several shelters, picinic sites and washrooms along the way.

Connect with the Nicola Nordic Ski Club is you require additional information. Their members are most helpful!

Start planning your next cross country ski destination and come to Merritt BC. Your adventure awaits.

More About Cross Country Skiing & Trail Etiquette

Trail Etiquette

  • Dogs are allowed only on Matthews loop & Chute, to maintain good trail conditions and for the safety of skiers and wildlife.
  • Please do not walk on the groomed trails.
  • No vehicles or snowmobiles are allowed.
  • Please pack out your garbage.

Please note: Snowshoe trails are not patrolled. Use at your own risk.

Nicola Valley Winter and Snow Adventures

Ice fishing Merritt BC offers great fishing opportunities for any hard water angler. There are numerous small lakes that are pure gems for ice fishing enthusiasts. Connect with the great outdoors and spend quality time with friends and family while on your Merritt BC Ice Fishing adventure.

Where to go Ice Fishing Merritt BC Canada

With over 200 lakes in the area, Merritt BC and the Nicola Valley region is a fisherman’s paradise. Jig for burbot on Nicola Lake east of Merritt or hook onto a rainbow trout at Mamette Lake north of Merritt. For most of these lakes, ice fishing season starts in mid-December as the colder weather brings over 6 inches of hard ice. Some of the best fishing happens at the beginning of the season when the oxygen levels are still high in the water and the fish are still feeding.

Things to remember before going ice fishing:

  • Have a valid fishing license.
  • Know the size and daily limits for the fish that you hope to catch.
  • Learn the ice fishing regulations for where you are fishing.
  • Make a checklist of things you will need to have fun and be safe.
  • Consider leaving a “float plan” with someone who knows that you will be out on the ice, indicating where you plan to fish, where you plan to park your vehicle, and when you plan to return home. For boaters, this is common practice, and for ice anglers, it’s not a bad idea either.

More Ice Fishing & Regulations

Another good source for information on lakes to fish in the area is the local Nicola Valley Fish & Game Club. A non-profit association dedicated to the preservation and management of habitat and wildlife in the Nicola Valley.

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Experience Merritt

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