Paq Lake fishing
Fishing near Vancouver, Chilliwack and the rest of the Lower Mainland. See all Lower Mainland lakes.
Paq Lake is a small water (< 50 ha) in the Lower Mainland region, sitting at 1303 m elevation, with access typical of the region. The map view has precise coordinates and driving directions.
Paq Lake is a small water in the Lower Mainland, the trout country reached from Vancouver. It covers 43.6 ha and runs to 15.6 m at its deepest point, sitting at 1303 m of elevation. Fish here typically run 1.5 to 2.5 lbs and the stock is Pennask & Fraser Valley Triploid Rainbow Trout.
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Paq Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 2 - Lower Mainland
- Management unit
- MU 2-8
- Elevation
- 1303 m
- Maximum depth
- 15.6 m
- Surface area
- 43.6 ha
- Lake size
- Small Water (< 50 ha)
- Species
- Rainbow Trout
- Trout strain
- Pennask & Fraser Valley Triploid Rainbow Trout
- Typical size
- 1.5 to 2.5 lbs (Quality Catchable)
- Size class
- Medium Action (1 - 2.5 lbs)
- Stocking
- Stocked / Natural Wild Production (FFSBC)
- Boat launch
- Gravel Boat Ramp
- Motor rules
- Gas & Electric Permitted
- Ice fishing
- Open to ice fishing, confirmed
How to fish Paq Lake
Targeting Medium Action (1 - 2.5 lbs) Rainbow Trout in Lower Mainland.
Productive stillwater fishery. Early spring chironomid emergences (sizes #14-#18) in 12-18ft depths, followed by traveling sedge and damsel nymphs along weedlines in June. Fall leeches and scuds produce aggressive takes.
Best times of year at Paq Lake
- May - June
- September - October
Getting to Paq Lake
Access via regional highway and maintained forestry road in Lower Mainland (MU 2-8). Gravel Boat Ramp available.
Coordinates: 49.6133, -124.0233
Boat launch: Gravel Boat Ramp.
Paq Lake fishing regulations
PHELIX CREEK 2-9 2-8 2-8 2-8
Standard Regional Regulations.
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Ice fishing at Paq Lake
Paq Lake is open to ice fishing under the regulations on file.
Whether a lake is open to ice fishing says nothing about whether its ice will hold you. Ice conditions vary year to year and across a single lake. Check locally before going out, every time.
Camping and rec sites at Paq Lake
- Paq Lake Recreation Site
Rustic lakeside campsites with fire rings, picnic tables, pit toilets, and direct shoreline access for Paq Lake.
Facilities: Boat Launch, Pit Toilets, Fire Rings, Tables
Access: Maintained 2WD forestry road access in Lower Mainland.
Coordinates: 49.591278, -124.020156 Official page
Local shops and lodges in the Lower Mainland
- Sea-Run Fly & Tackle, Coquitlam, BC
Huge chironomid tying selection & Lower Mainland lake reports
Sea-Run Fly & Tackle website - Michael & Young Fly Shop, Surrey & Vancouver, BC
Premium rods, sinking lines, indicators & stillwater classes
Michael & Young Fly Shop website
Trout lakes near Paq Lake
- Lily (Paq) Lake 0 km away
- Hotel Lake 3 km away
- Garden Bay Lake 3 km away
- Mixal (Bear) Lake 4 km away
- Sakinaw Lake 7 km away
- Kokomo Lake 9 km away
- Ruby Lake 12 km away
- Klein Lake 13 km away
- Trout Lake (Sasquatch Park) 16 km away
- Trout Lake (Sechelt) 16 km away
- Edwards Lake 28 km away
Data from the BC Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis, and Sites and Trails BC.