Lac de la Camuse is a lowland lake in the Drôme department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, offering accessible fishing in the gently rolling countryside of the southern Rhône Valley. This peaceful water provides good opportunities for anglers seeking common freshwater species in a tranquil rural setting.
Night fishing at Lac de la Camuse is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 26 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de la Camuse under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Drôme. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de la Camuse holds carp, pike, perch, roach, rudd, bream, tench, catfish. 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 Lac de la Camuse — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Drôme. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Lac de la Camuse, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Drôme is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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