Prior Lake
Tucked into the Vancouver Island region at 687 m elevation, this is a small water (< 50 ha) reachable via the region's usual road and trail network. Tap through to the map for the exact route in.
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Prior Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 1 - Vancouver Island
- Management unit
- MU 1-1
- Elevation
- 687 m
- Maximum depth
- 44.4 m
- Surface area
- 2.4 ha
- Trout strain
- Taylor & Blackwater Coastal Cutthroat & Rainbow Trout
- Typical size
- 1.5 to 2.5 lbs (Quality Catchable)
- Stocking
- Stocked / Natural Wild Production (FFSBC)
- Boat launch
- Gravel Boat Ramp
- Motor rules
- 🚤 Gas & Electric Permitted
- 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 1-1). Gravel Boat Ramp available.
Coordinates: 48.4761, -123.4667
Regulations
Single barbless hook. Standard regional regulations apply (check 2025-2027 synopsis).
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Camping and rec sites at Prior Lake
- Prior Lake Recreation Site
Rustic lakeside campsites with fire rings, picnic tables, pit toilets, and direct shoreline access for Prior Lake.
Facilities: Boat Launch, Pit Toilets, Fire Rings, Tables
Access: Maintained 2WD forestry road access in Vancouver Island.
Coordinates: 48.4761, -123.4667 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.