Location: At Williams Lake turn west onto Hwy 20. Follow this road approx 97 km (60 mi) to Hanceville (a.k.a. Lee's Corner). Turn south off Hwy 20, cross the bridge over the Chilcotin River and follow the Taseko Lake Road for about 85 km (52.7 mi). Just after passing Big Lake turn north. Follow this road to Chaunigan, which lies just past Elkin and Vedan Lakes.

Resorts & Campsites: Chaunigan has a resort with boat rentals. There is also a BCFS campsite with boat launching available.

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Fishing Report: Chaunigan is a very special lake. Surrounded by spectacular scenery and offering exceptional fishing. Wild Chilcotin rainbows averaging 18 - 20 inches, with some fish going to 8 lbs. Consistent fishing from June through mid September. Truly a great fly fishing lake with a remarkable caddis hatch.
Be sure to visit Fishbc.com for angling information!

Viewscape: Chaunigan lies in a spectacular setting of 100% moderately forested hills of spruce and Lodgepole pine, highlighted in the background by beautiful snowcapped mountains.

Shoreline: Rubble, small boulders and sand form the shoreline at lake level with light brown forest soil higher up.

Note: Always check your current BC Fishing regulations before you start fishing a new lake.