Landes · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 108 acres (44 ha)
Landes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 108 acres (44 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 462mi from Calais
⚠ Private Fishery — This is a private commercial fishery. Public fishing under the Carte de Pêche does not apply here. Fishing is available by booking only — please contact the venue directly.
About Fishing at Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton)
Rainbow Lake near Dax offers a well-established gravel pit with excellent carp potential alongside catfish, pike and zander across its 43-hectare expanse, situated deep in Nouvelle-Aquitaine (462 miles from Calais). Night fishing is available but strictly by advance booking at this private commercial venue, and boat hire is on-site if needed. You'll need to arrange booking and confirm licence requirements directly with the fishery before travel.
Department
Landes
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
108 acres (44 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
462 miles
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton)
Night fishing at Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton) is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. The Landes 2026 night carp arrêté covers: Cazaux-Sanguinet, Aureilhan, Léon, Soustons, Étang Hardy, Étang Blanc, Étang Turc, Étang Garros, and specific Adour/Gave river sections. This lake is not among them. Source: peche-landes.com Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boats are permitted at Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton). Boats available via Rainbow Lake
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton) under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
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Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton) holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream, black bass. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton). Licences are available online before your trip.
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Private fishery — open year round subject to availability. Book via rainbowlake.co.uk
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton)?+
Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton) covers 108 acres (44 ha) in Landes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. The lake is a former gravel extraction site now open as a public coarse fishery.
What fish can I catch at Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton)?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream, Black Bass. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton)?+
Night fishing at Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton) is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. The Landes 2026 night carp arrêté covers: Cazaux-Sanguinet, Aureilhan, Léon, Soustons, Étang Hardy, Étang Blanc, Étang Turc, Étang Garros, and specific Adour/Gave river sections. This lake is not among them. Source: peche-landes.com Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton)?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton) under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing.
Are boats allowed at Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton)?+
Boats are permitted at Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton). Boats available via Rainbow Lake
How far is Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton) from Calais?+
Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton) is approximately 462 miles from Calais by road. Allow a full travel day from Calais.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton)?+
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 Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton)
To fish Rainbow Lake (Lac de Curton), 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.
