Quamichan Lake
Located 3.2 km (2 mi) east of Duncan via Trunk and Indian roads.
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Quamichan Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 1 - Vancouver Island
- Management unit
- MU 1-5
- Elevation
- 26 m
- Maximum depth
- 7.9 m
- Surface area
- 20.0 ha
- Trout strain
- Pennask & Blackwater Rainbow Trout
- Typical size
- 2 to 5 lbs (Quality Trout)
- Stocking
- Stocked / Wild Fishery (FFSBC)
- Boat launch
- Standard Boat Launch
- Motor rules
- 🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
- Ice fishing
- No closure on file
When to fish it
- May - June
- September - October
Getting there
Commercial facilities and accomadation are located in nearby Duncan.
Coordinates: 48.8011, -123.6603
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 Quamichan Lake
- Art Mann Park & Public Boat Launch
Public day-use boat launch, dock, grassy picnic area, and paved parking (No overnight camping)
Facilities: Concrete Boat Launch, Rowing Dock, Picnic Area, Toilets, Paved Parking
Access: Paved Trunk Rd / Indian Rd, Duncan (2WD)
Coordinates: 48.7961, -123.6739 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.