Comox Lake
Vast, deep mountain reservoir near Cumberland offering deep-trolling for wild Island trout.
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Comox Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 1 - Vancouver Island
- Management unit
- MU 1-6
- Elevation
- 135 m
- Maximum depth
- 109 m
- Surface area
- 1531.0 ha
- Trout strain
- Wild Cutthroat & Rainbow Trout
- Typical size
- 2 to 5 lbs (Quality Trout) -- no wild rainbow trout over 50 cm may be kept, a real slot limit protecting large fish
- Stocking
- Wild self-sustaining & supplemental
- Boat launch
- Concrete Ramp (Trailer Friendly)
- Motor rules
- 🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
- Ice fishing
- Open, confirmed
When to fish it
- April - June
- September - November
Getting there
Cumberland Lake Park. Paved access, concrete boat launch, campground.
Coordinates: 49.6206, -125.1608
Regulations
Single barbless hook. Check synopsis for wild trout quotas.
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Camping and rec sites at Comox Lake
- Comox Lake Campground (Cumberland Lake Park)
100+ vehicle campsites, sandy beach, concrete boat ramp, dock, concession & showers
Facilities: Concrete Boat Launch, Campground, Sandy Beach, Docks, Flush Toilets, Showers, Sani-Station
Access: Paved Comox Lake Rd via Cumberland (2WD)
Coordinates: 49.6264, -125.0506 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.