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Title: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: ray on August 14, 2012, 01:55:29 PM
My buddy and i have the day off tomorrow and were looking for somewher to go fish and can take the kids. We want someplace that when they get tired of fishing they can swim.
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: Geff_t on August 14, 2012, 02:06:56 PM
You can try Rolley lake in East Maple Ridge as well as Whonnock lake which is also in East Maple Ridge. Rolley lake has rainbow trout but can be hard to catch in the heat of summer. Whonnock lake also has rainbow but are just as hard to catch but it has crappy which are easy to catch when it is hot out. Both lakes have a beach for swimming but Whonnock lake has a play ground for the kids.
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: ray on August 14, 2012, 02:30:14 PM
 I've never fished for crappie so what would be the best lures to use. I will be taking a fly and a spinning rod with me to so what flies and line should i use. Also i don't have a boat so what is the shore access like and where would the best area to go. I want to give the kids their best chance to get a fish. 
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: Geff_t on August 14, 2012, 02:38:15 PM
I would fish at Whonnock lake if you want the kids a chance at catching any fish. I woul fish the the dock by the community centre and just use worms under a float. As for fly fishing, use a dry line and fish leech's under an indicator.
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: Damien on August 14, 2012, 03:13:41 PM
Another idea.

You could also try to hit a salt water beach that has a pier.  Like around Barnett, White Rock, Crescent Beach, Ambleside etc.  Worm on a hook and drop her to the bottom (can also look at crabbing, check the regs) you will catch something. The kids can have a safe swim at any of those places.
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: 1son on August 14, 2012, 08:52:19 PM
I would say whonnock is your best bet for guaranteed fish there's cutties/rainbow/crappie you can fish off the 2 docks or rent a boat for the day for real cheap and kids and go swimming if they like hope that helps 
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: Shmoke Shaman on August 14, 2012, 09:15:00 PM
their are two docks located on the southern side of whonnock lake, which dock were you referring to Geff_T?
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: Geff_t on August 14, 2012, 10:43:07 PM
their are two docks located on the southern side of whonnock lake, which dock were you referring to Geff_T?

 I was refering to the dock that is by the community hall.
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: Sam6140 on August 14, 2012, 11:42:39 PM
Buntzen Lake is probably your best and nearest choice.  Also maybe Alouette Lake.   To those who suggested Whonnock, keep in mind that the O.P. asked for somewhere to swim also. Whonnock = nasty swamp.
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: bbronswyk2000 on August 15, 2012, 02:34:59 PM
Do NOT go to Alouette!!! Full of water skiers and the boat launch is a zoo!!!!
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: cutthroat22 on August 15, 2012, 03:27:51 PM
To those who suggested Whonnock, keep in mind that the O.P. asked for somewhere to swim also. Whonnock = nasty swamp.

I didn't find Whonnock Lake a nasty swamp.   A peat bog perhaps and the water is stained by tannins.
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: Damien on August 15, 2012, 07:51:12 PM
He's not launching a boat/fishing from a boat. 
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: bbronswyk2000 on August 15, 2012, 08:11:41 PM
He's not launching a boat/fishing from a boat. 

I live down the road from the lake. Its a zoo and tons of people will be swimming. You wont catch much from shore anyways on that lake.
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: Rodney on August 16, 2012, 11:29:57 AM
Belcarra Regional Park would be my recommendation. The kids can catch plenty of shiner perch from the pier and if you fish on the bottom, you may catch the odd flounder or sole. You can also crab from the pier. If they get tired, they can swim at the nearby beaches. The area is also set up for you to have a picnic or BBQ, perfect for families.

http://www.fishingwithrod.com/articles/region_two/belcarra_regional_park.html
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: Shmoke Shaman on August 17, 2012, 07:20:37 PM
Hey that sounds like a awesome place to fish and relax. I am confused on where the pier is. Can someone share some details on the location and how to get to this pier
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: doja on August 17, 2012, 11:11:38 PM
The pier is right at the park area opposite of the parking lot.... can't miss it unless your blind. The marker on map appears to be incorrect as the park is on the ocean front...
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: Shmoke Shaman on August 18, 2012, 09:44:00 AM
ahhh ok I understand now, ty
Title: Re: Where to go for a day trip from surrey
Post by: Shmoke Shaman on August 19, 2012, 12:17:19 AM
Checked it out today, nice place to have a family BBQ, fish,crabbing. Place was real busy, must of been hundreds of traps thrown off the pier. Thanks Rodney for the suggestion.