Farewell Lake
The lake is accessible via the Menzies and Long Lake logging mainlines which connect to the Blackwater Lake Road. Farewell is approximately 40 km. (25 m.) northwest of Campbell River .
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Farewell Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 1 - Vancouver Island
- Management unit
- MU 1-5
- Elevation
- 206 m
- Maximum depth
- 12.0 m
- Surface area
- 39.0 ha
- Trout strain
- Pennask & Blackwater Rainbow Trout
- Typical size
- 2 to 5 lbs (Quality Trout)
- Stocking
- Stocked / Wild Fishery (FFSBC)
- Boat launch
- Cartop / Small Boat Launch
- Motor rules
- 🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
- Ice fishing
- Open, confirmed
When to fish it
- May - June
- September - October
Getting there
A campsite and cartop boat launch are located at Farewell Lake.
Coordinates: 50.1997, -125.5914
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 Farewell Lake
- Farewell Lake Recreation Site
Rustic wilderness campsites & boat launch (RSTBC)
Facilities: Boat Launch, Pit Toilets, Fire Rings, Tables
Access: Forestry Service Road (Campbell River Natural Resource District)
Coordinates: 50.201559, -125.586682 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.