Lac des Rouges Truites is a scenic 32-hectare mountain lake in the Jura offering bank fishing for brown trout, rainbow trout, pike and perch in pristine natural surroundings—ideal if you fancy a break from carp fishing. Strictly day-fishing only (1st category rules apply), so plan accordingly for this 355-mile trip from Calais. You'll need to join the local AAPPMA Les Pêcheurs de la Lemme before fishing.
Night fishing at Lac des Rouges Truites is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Jura's arrêté only covers specific designated venues — this lake is not among them. Source: peche-jura.com/parcours-carpe-de-nuit.html Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat rules at Lac des Rouges Truites are unconfirmed — verify with the local AAPPMA. Mountain lake — verify locally.
Bivouac & overnight camping is not permitted at Lac des Rouges Truites. Night fishing not authorised — 1st category.
Required permits & cards: Jura departmental card or local AAPPMA Haut Jura.
Managed by AAPPMA Les Pêcheurs de la Lemme (La Chaumusse). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac des Rouges Truites holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac des Rouges Truites — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Les Pêcheurs de la Lemme (La Chaumusse). Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 (AAPPMA Les Pêcheurs de la Lemme (La Chaumusse)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac des Rouges Truites, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Les Pêcheurs de la Lemme (La Chaumusse) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Lac des Rouges Truites is 355 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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