The average Cutthroat reaches 1 lb. with larger Cutthroat reported in the spring when there is a good Chironomid hatch. The best bets for fishing are the areas close to Horseshoe Lake and the nearby shallows. Kokanee are also found in the lake. The low mountains and flat areas around the lake are mostly covered with a deciduous forest with some rock faces. Lily pads are the predominant form of plant life in the shallows.
Freshwater shrimp are common.
A beaver dam is located at one of the two inlets. This 418 ha. Boat launching is available on Nanton. Ireland Lake - Ireland Lake is 24 ha. Containing Kokanee, Ireland is best known for producing large Cutthroat over 4 lbs.