Hautes-Pyrénées · Occitanie · France · 3 acres (1 ha)
Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie 3 acres (1 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 568mi from Calais
About Lac Long
Set in the Hautes-Pyrénées department of Occitanie, Lac Long is a intimate natural lake of 1 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species present include Pike, Perch and Tench.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac Long, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 568 miles from Calais, Lac Long 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
Lake
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
568 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 Long?+
Lac Long covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac Long?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac Long?+
Night fishing at Lac Long is not permitted. New night zone.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac Long?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac Long under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac Long from Calais?+
Lac Long is approximately 568 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac Long?+
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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