Buttle Lake
The lake is located in Strathcona Provincial Park and is accessed from Highway 28 to Gold River and from the south arm of Upper Campbell Lake.
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Buttle Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 1 - Vancouver Island
- Management unit
- MU 1-5
- Elevation
- 221 m
- Maximum depth
- 120.7 m
- Surface area
- 1637.0 ha
- Trout strain
- Pennask & Blackwater Rainbow Trout
- Typical size
- 0.75 to 1.5 lbs (Stocked Catchables)
- Stocking
- Stocked / Wild Fishery (FFSBC)
- Boat launch
- Concrete Ramp (Trailer Friendly)
- Motor rules
- 🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
- Ice fishing
- No closure on file
When to fish it
- May - June
- September - October
Getting there
Campgrounds, accommodation and boat launching facilities are provided. The area provides one of the island's most spectacular mountain views.
Coordinates: 49.6997, -125.5497
Regulations
Single barbless hook. Standard regional regulations apply (check synopsis).
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Camping and rec sites at Buttle Lake
- Buttle Lake Campground (Strathcona Provincial Park)
85 vehicle-accessible campsites, concrete boat launch, playground
Facilities: Concrete Boat Launch, Pit Toilets, Water Pump, Fire Rings, Tables, Playground
Access: Hwy 28 (Gold River Hwy) west of Campbell River (Paved)
Coordinates: 49.631, -125.531 Official page
Local shops and lodges in Vancouver Island
- River Sportsman, Campbell River, BC
Island stillwater flies, sinking lines, rental gear & coastal lake intel
River Sportsman website - Island Outfitters, Victoria, BC
Vancouver Island trout gear, pontoon boats & custom fly tying
Island Outfitters 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.