Haute-Loire · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 221 acres (89 ha)
Haute-Loire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 221 acres (89 ha) Lake No night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 436mi from Calais
About Lac d'Issarlès
Lac d'Issarlès is a medium-sized natural lake in Haute-Loire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 89 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Lac d'Issarlès is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 436 miles from Calais, Lac d'Issarlès requires a longer journey from the UK, but Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — rewards the trip.
Department
Haute-Loire
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
221 acres (89 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
436 miles
Managed by
FD 43 (Fédération de Pêche de Haute-Loire)
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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 (FD 43 (Fédération de Pêche de Haute-Loire)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac d'Issarlès?+
Lac d'Issarlès covers 221 acres (89 ha) in Haute-Loire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac d'Issarlès?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac d'Issarlès?+
Night fishing at Lac d'Issarlès is not permitted. 1st category trout lake; no night sessions.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac d'Issarlès?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac d'Issarlès under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac d'Issarlès from Calais?+
Lac d'Issarlès is approximately 436 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac d'Issarlès?+
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 (FD 43 (Fédération de Pêche de Haute-Loire)).
Fishing in Haute-Loire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Haute-Loire is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
