Isère · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 12 acres (5 ha)
Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 12 acres (5 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang Pacific
Étang Pacific is a pristine alpine trout lake nestled in the high mountains of the Isère department, offering classic French alpine fishing in a remote, scenic setting. This cold, clear mountain water is ideal for anglers seeking wild trout in an authentic wilderness environment.
Department
Isère
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Water
Size
12 acres (5 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Isère
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang Pacific
Night fishing at Étang Pacific 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: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang Pacific 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 Isère. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang Pacific holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang Pacific — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Isère. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang Pacific covers 12 acres (5 ha) in Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang Pacific?+
The water holds Brown trout, Rainbow trout, Arctic char.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang Pacific?+
Night fishing at Étang Pacific 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 Étang Pacific?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang Pacific 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 Étang Pacific?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang Pacific. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang Pacific?+
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 Isère). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang Pacific
To fish Étang Pacific, 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 Isère is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
