Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 1 acres (0 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac du Quartier d'Aout
Lac du Quartier d'Août is a pristine alpine trout lake nestled in the high peaks of the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, offering solitude and excellent fly-fishing opportunities in a stunning mountain setting. This cold, clear water at elevation provides ideal conditions for wild trout in an authentic wilderness environment.
Department
Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Water
Size
1 acres (0 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac du Quartier d'Aout
Night fishing at Lac du Quartier d'Aout is not permitted. Night fishing prohibited. Mountain/Category 1 trout water — French law prohibits night fishing between 30 min after sunset and 30 min before sunrise. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac du Quartier d'Aout.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac du Quartier d'Aout 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 Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac du Quartier d'Aout holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac du Quartier d'Aout — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac du Quartier d'Aout covers 1 acres (0 ha) in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac du Quartier d'Aout?+
The water holds Brown trout, Rainbow trout, Arctic char.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac du Quartier d'Aout?+
Night fishing at Lac du Quartier d'Aout is not permitted. Night fishing prohibited. Mountain/Category 1 trout water — French law prohibits night fishing between 30 min after sunset and 30 min before sunrise. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac du Quartier d'Aout?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac du Quartier d'Aout 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. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Lac du Quartier d'Aout?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac du Quartier d'Aout. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac du Quartier d'Aout?+
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 (Fédération de Pêche Alpes-de-Haute-Provence). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac du Quartier d'Aout
To fish Lac du Quartier d'Aout, 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 Alpes-de-Haute-Provence is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
