Willemar Lake
The lake is located 29 km (18 mi.) southwest of Courtenay and is accessed by the Comox Lake logging mainline, past the south end of this lake. A truck is recommended.
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Willemar Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 1 - Vancouver Island
- Management unit
- MU 1-5
- Elevation
- 155 m
- Maximum depth
- 18.5 m
- Surface area
- 12.2 ha
- Trout strain
- Pennask & Blackwater Rainbow Trout
- Typical size
- 2 to 5 lbs (Quality Trout) -- no trout over 50 cm, a real slot limit protecting large fish
- Stocking
- Stocked / Wild Fishery (FFSBC)
- Boat launch
- Cartop / Small Boat Launch
- Motor rules
- 🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
- Ice fishing
- Open, confirmed
When to fish it
- May - June
- September - October
Getting there
A campground and car top boat launch are provided.
Coordinates: 49.5083, -125.1922
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 Willemar Lake
- Willemar Lake Access Point
No designated vehicle campground on this lake (Day-use / backcountry access only)
Facilities: Day-Use Shoreline, Cartop Launch
Access: A campground and car top boat launch are provided.
Coordinates: 49.5083, -125.1922
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.