Ain · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 10 acres (4 ha)
Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 10 acres (4 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only
About Fishing at Étang de Mépillat
A 4-hectare pond nestled in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes countryside, presenting a moderate-sized venue for diverse fishing approaches. With electric boats permitted and day fishing only, this water suits anglers seeking carp, tench, and pike from both shore and small craft.
Department
Ain
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Water
Size
10 acres (4 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de Mépillat
Night fishing at Étang de Mépillat is not permitted. Dept 01 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Rules shown are based on departmental defaults. Confirm with the local AAPPMA before fishing.
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Étang de Mépillat covers 10 acres (4 ha) in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Mépillat?+
Species information is available to PiscaMaps members.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Mépillat?+
Night fishing at Étang de Mépillat is not permitted. Dept 01 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Mépillat?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply at Étang de Mépillat. Full details including any overnight exemptions are available to PiscaMaps members.
Are boats allowed at Étang de Mépillat?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang de Mépillat. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Mépillat?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA covering Étang de Mépillat. Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang de Mépillat
To fish Étang de Mépillat, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
