Hautes-Pyrénées · Occitanie · France · 110 acres (44 ha)
Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie 110 acres (44 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 567mi from Calais
About Lac d'Orédon
Formed by damming a river valley in Hautes-Pyrénées, Lac d'Orédon is a small public reservoir covering 44 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Occitanie. Species present include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike and Black Bass.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac d'Orédon, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 567 miles from Calais, Lac d'Orédon 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
Reservoir
Size
110 acres (44 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
567 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 65 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Pyrénées
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
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'Orédon?+
Lac d'Orédon covers 110 acres (44 ha) in Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac d'Orédon?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike, Black Bass.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac d'Orédon?+
Night fishing at Lac d'Orédon is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac d'Orédon?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac d'Orédon under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac d'Orédon from Calais?+
Lac d'Orédon is approximately 567 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac d'Orédon?+
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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