Spectacle Lake
This small lake is located 30 km (19 mi) northwest of Victoria near the Shawnigan Lake turnoff from the Island Highway.
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Spectacle Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 1 - Vancouver Island
- Management unit
- MU 1-5
- Elevation
- 370 m
- Maximum depth
- 7.0 m
- Surface area
- 17.0 ha
- Trout strain
- Pennask & Blackwater Rainbow Trout
- Typical size
- 2 to 5 lbs (Quality Trout)
- Stocking
- Stocked / Wild Fishery (FFSBC)
- Boat launch
- Cartop / Small Boat Launch
- Motor rules
- 🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
- Ice fishing
- No closure on file
When to fish it
- May - June
- September - October
Getting there
Fully facilitated campgrounds are located nearby. A car top boat launch is available.
Coordinates: 48.5783, -123.5708
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 Spectacle Lake
- Spectacle Lake Provincial Park
Day-use provincial park, cartop boat launch, fishing dock, trails (No overnight camping)
Facilities: Cartop Launch, Fishing Dock, Pit Toilets, Picnic Area, Trails
Access: Spectacle Lake Road off Trans-Canada Hwy 1 (Malahat)
Coordinates: 48.5783, -123.5708 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.