Nahmint Lake

Nahmint Lake sits in the Vancouver Island region at 882 m elevation, a medium lake (50 - 500 ha) with access typical of the region. Use the map view for exact coordinates and turn-by-turn directions.

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Nahmint Lake at a glance

Region

Region 1 - Vancouver Island

Management unit

MU 1-6

Elevation

882 m

Maximum depth

26.4 m

Surface area

138.4 ha

Trout strain

Taylor & Blackwater Coastal Cutthroat & Rainbow Trout

Typical size

1.5 to 2.5 lbs (Wild Cutthroat & Rainbow)

Stocking

Stocked / Natural Wild Production (FFSBC)

Boat launch

Cartop / Small Boat Launch

Motor rules

⚡ Electric Motors Only (Max 7.5 kW / No Gas)

Ice fishing

Open, confirmed

When to fish it

• May - June
• September - October

Getting there

Access via regional highway and maintained forestry road in Vancouver Island (MU 1-6). Cartop / Small Boat Launch available.

Coordinates: 49.16, -125.0225

Regulations

NAHMINT RIVER Trout daily quota = 1; artificial fly only, bait ban, single barbless hook Trout daily quota = 1; artificial fly only, bait ban, single barbless hook Speed restriction on parts (60 km/h); wheelchair accessible fishing platform is located in Loudon Park Electric motor only - max 7.5 kW No Fishing No wild rainbow trout over 50 cm; bait ban, single barbless hook No Fishing Nov 1-Apr 30 Bait ban and single barbless hook, Nov 1-Apr 30; Engine power restriction - 7.5 kW (10 hp)

Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.

Camping and rec sites at Nahmint Lake

• Nahmint Lake Recreation Site
  Rustic lakeside campsites with fire rings, picnic tables, pit toilets, and direct shoreline access for Nahmint Lake.
  Facilities: Boat Launch, Pit Toilets, Fire Rings, Tables
  Access: Maintained 2WD forestry road access in Vancouver Island.
  Coordinates: 49.190458, -125.068035 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

• Amor Lake
• Anderson Lake
• Antler Lake
• Anutz Lake
• Atluck Lake
• Bainbridge Lake
• Bear Lake
• Blackburn Lake

Data from the BC Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis, and Sites and Trails BC.