There are countless great ice-fishing lakes to check out in the winter months in the Thompson-Okanagan, but so far this year not all of them are frozen yet.

Favourite ice-fishing spots in the valley bottoms are still not solid, however there are anglers enjoying fishing at higher elevation mountain lakes, and here are just a few.

At Face Lake at Mile High Resort near Logan Lake, anglers can try their luck at catching rainbow trout all year round. The lake is surrounded by picturesque forests and walking trails, and there is an ice rink sectioned off for playing hockey.

iN PHOTOS: Higher mountain lakes freeze up for ice fishing in Thompson-Okanagan | iNFOnews.ca — Bright tents are set up on Lac Le Jeune near Kamloops for ice-fishing. SUBMITTED/Lac Le Jeune Resort

Two popular lakes near Kamloops are already dotted with bright fishing tents and bustling with families having fun. The lake at Lac Le Jeune Resort just west of the city has rainbow trout for catching. Augers and rods are available at the resort and fishers can call ahead to reserve a spot at 236-304-8496.

Located a 25-minute drive south of Kamloops on Highway 5A, Edith Lake is surrounded by a forest and grasslands, with picnic tables and firepits at the site. Anglers can try their luck at catching delicious rainbow trout and brook trout.

Located at Idabel Lake Resort roughly 40 kilometres southeast of the Kelowna , Idabel Lake is ideal for fishing for rainbow trout and brook trout.

Located near the community of Bankier on Highway 40 halfway between Princeton and Summerland, Osprey Lake is a popular fishing destination as many different species of fish live in it, including rainbow trout, brook trout, lake trout, perch, walleye and northern pike.

Ice-fishing is an inexpensive, family-friendly winter activity that only requires basic gear. The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC stocks many lakes in the BC interior with rainbow trout, eastern brook trout and kokanee, and has an informative website about each lake along with fishing tips.

The society stresses safety when it comes to ice-fishing. Always check the thickness of the ice before heading onto a lake and make sure it is at least 10 centimetres thick for one person, and 30 centimetres for a group.