Buntzen Lake
Heavily stocked Metro Vancouver lake with scenic forested trails and multiple dedicated fishing docks.
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Buntzen Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 2 - Lower Mainland
- Management unit
- MU 2-8
- Elevation
- 130 m
- Maximum depth
- 65 m
- Surface area
- 182.0 ha
- Trout strain
- Fraser Valley Catchable Rainbows
- Typical size
- 0.75 to 1.5 lbs (Stocked Catchables)
- Stocking
- 10,000 catchables
- Boat launch
- Cartop / Small Boat Launch
- Motor rules
- ⚡ Electric Motors Only (No Gas)
- Ice fishing
- No closure on file
When to fish it
- March - May
- October - November
Getting there
Anmore / Port Moody. Dedicated boat launch for canoes/electric boats, fishing docks.
Coordinates: 49.3303, -122.8597
Regulations
Electric motors only. No combustion engines.
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Camping and rec sites at Buntzen Lake
- Buntzen Lake Access Point
No designated vehicle campground on this lake (Day-use / backcountry access only)
Facilities: Day-Use Shoreline, Cartop Launch
Access: Anmore / Port Moody. Dedicated boat launch for canoes/electric boats, fishing docks.
Coordinates: 49.325268, -122.826043
Local shops and lodges in the Lower Mainland
- Sea-Run Fly & Tackle, Coquitlam, BC
Huge chironomid tying selection & Lower Mainland lake reports
Sea-Run Fly & Tackle website - Michael & Young Fly Shop, Surrey & Vancouver, BC
Premium rods, sinking lines, indicators & stillwater classes
Michael & Young Fly Shop website
Other lakes nearby
Data from the BC Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis, and Sites and Trails BC.