Prospect Lake
Charming suburban Victoria lake with consistent trout action and easy shore and boat access.
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Prospect Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 1 - Vancouver Island
- Management unit
- MU 1-1
- Elevation
- 70 m
- Maximum depth
- 13 m
- Surface area
- 29.0 ha
- Trout strain
- Fraser Valley Catchables
- Typical size
- 0.75 to 1.5 lbs (Stocked Catchables)
- Stocking
- 10,000 Rainbows
- Boat launch
- Cartop / Small Boat Launch
- Motor rules
- 🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
- Ice fishing
- Open, confirmed
When to fish it
- March - May
- October - November
Getting there
Saanich municipal parks (Whitehead Park, Echo Place). Public boat launch.
Coordinates: 48.5131, -123.4408
Regulations
PROVOST DAM 1-13 1-6 6-12 1-5 1-12 Trout catch and release; bait ban, single barbless hook Electric motor only - max 7.5 kW Electric motor only - max 7.5 kW Youth/Disabled Accompanied Water (see page 4)
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Camping and rec sites at Prospect Lake
- Prospect Lake Access Point
No designated vehicle campground on this lake (Day-use / backcountry access only)
Facilities: Day-Use Shoreline, Cartop Launch
Access: Saanich municipal parks (Whitehead Park, Echo Place). Public boat launch.
Coordinates: 48.5131, -123.4408
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.