Alta
Lake
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Location:
Alta Lake can be easily accessed from the city of Vancouver, BC,
by travelling 120 km. (72 mi.) north on Hwy. #99. This mile long
lake is located right at the popular British Columbia resort community
of Whistler; it is also about 32 km. (20 mi.) south of the community
of Pemberton. BC. This world class recreation area is extremely
popular year round. Summer offers wonderful opportunities for fishers,
hikers, mountain bikers and sight seers with winter drawing ski
and photography enthusiasts from around the world.
Resorts
& Campsites:
There are a great number and variety of accommodations near Alta
Lake; from deluxe hotels and resorts to campsites. The village of
Whistler can provide all services, facilities and accommodations
as can Pemberton, 32 km. (20 mi.) north.
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Fishing
Report: Rainbow trout is the primary game fish at Alta
Lake averaging just under 1 lb. There is a speed restriction in
effect for power boats.
Be
sure to visit Fishbc.com
for angling information!
Viewscape:
Scenic Alta Lake is located amidst towering, forested mountains
on all sides. There are numerous permanent residences as well as
accommodation facilities visible from the lake.
Shoreline:
There are a number of shallow, sheltered bays located around the
lake. Large amounts of aquatic vegetation is evident in the shallow
areas.
Nearby
Lakes
Alpha
Lake - Alpha Lake is a small lake of 15 ha. (37 ac.),
located approximately 2 km. (1.2 mi.) south of Alta Lake. It supports
a mixed fishery of Rainbow, Dolly Varden and Kokanee.
Nita
Lake - Nita Lake, another small lake of 11 ha. (27.2
ac.), located between Alpha and Alta on Hwy. #99, offers small
Rainbows and Kokanee.
Note:
Always check your current BC Fishing regulations before you start
fishing a new lake.