D Lake
Tucked into the Vancouver Island region at 1131 m elevation, this is a small water (< 50 ha) with access typical of the region. Tap through to the map for the exact route in.
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D Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 1 - Vancouver Island
- Management unit
- MU 1-1
- Elevation
- 1131 m
- Maximum depth
- 16.6 m
- Surface area
- 46.5 ha
- Trout strain
- Taylor & Blackwater Coastal Cutthroat & Rainbow Trout
- Typical size
- 1.5 to 2.5 lbs
- Stocking
- Stocked / Natural Wild Production (FFSBC)
- Boat launch
- Gravel Boat Ramp
- Motor rules
- 🚤 Gas & Electric Permitted
- Ice fishing
- No closure on file
When to fish it
- May - June
- September - October
Getting there
Forestry road access in Vancouver Island (MU 1-1). Gravel Boat Ramp available.
Coordinates: 50.5161, -127.445
Regulations
B N A T I O N U P R
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Camping and rec sites at D Lake
- D Lake Recreation Site
Rustic lakeside recreation access and campsites for Lake in Vancouver Island.
Facilities: Boat Launch, Parking
Access: Maintained 2WD/4WD forestry road access in Vancouver Island.
Coordinates: 50.520276, -127.430343 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.