Hautes-Pyrénées · Occitanie · France · 29 acres (12 ha)
Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie 29 acres (12 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 564mi from Calais
About Lac d'Estaing
Set in the Hautes-Pyrénées department of Occitanie, Lac d'Estaing is a small natural lake of 12 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species present include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike and Black Bass.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac d'Estaing, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Float-tube tolerated. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 564 miles from Calais, Lac d'Estaing requires a longer journey from the UK, but Occitanie — a region of warm summers and excellent coarse fishing, particularly for carp and catfish — rewards the trip.
Department
Hautes-Pyrénées
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Lake
Size
29 acres (12 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
564 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 65 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Pyrénées
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 65 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Pyrénées) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac d'Estaing?+
Lac d'Estaing covers 29 acres (12 ha) in Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac d'Estaing?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike, Black Bass.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac d'Estaing?+
Night fishing at Lac d'Estaing is not permitted. Day only (Salmonids).
Are bivvies allowed at Lac d'Estaing?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac d'Estaing under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac d'Estaing from Calais?+
Lac d'Estaing is approximately 564 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac d'Estaing?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 65 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Pyrénées).
Fishing in Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie
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