Spider Lake
Peaceful, clear-water lake with multiple quiet arms, perfect for canoes and belly boats.
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Spider Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 1 - Vancouver Island
- Management unit
- MU 1-6
- Elevation
- 125 m
- Maximum depth
- 11 m
- Surface area
- 36.0 ha
- Trout strain
- Rainbow & Cutthroat Trout (plus Smallmouth Bass)
- Typical size
- 1 to 2.5 lbs (Active Feeders)
- Stocking
- 5,000 yearlings
- Boat launch
- Cartop / Small Boat Launch
- Motor rules
- ⚡ Electric Motors Only (No Gas)
- Ice fishing
- Open, confirmed
When to fish it
- April - June
- September - October
Getting there
Spider Lake Provincial Park near Qualicum Beach. Car-top launch and parking.
Coordinates: 49.3433, -124.6283
Regulations
Electric motors only. No combustion engines.
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Camping and rec sites at Spider Lake
- Spider Lake Provincial Park
Day-use provincial park, sandy swimming beach, picnic tables, cartop launch (No power boats, no overnight camping)
Facilities: Cartop Launch, Sandy Beach, Picnic Tables, Pit Toilets, Trails
Access: Paved Lakeview Rd via Qualicum Beach (2WD)
Coordinates: 49.3433, -124.6283 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.