Camalo Lake
Lac de Camalo is a 14 acre lake with huge carp to over 70lbs and a massive head of fish to 40lbs and over. It is located in central France about 5 hours from Calais and can be fished by up to 6 anglers.
Lac de Camalo was dug in the 1970s and is now surrounded by mature trees and shrubs. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside and abundant nature. The lake bottom is clay and sand with some areas of gravel and pockets of silt. Depths vary from around 10 feet at the end of the dam to 3 feet in shallower areas. The lake is fed by a stream, which keeps the water well oxygenated and helps create the ideal conditions for large carp to thrive. Rowing boats, motors and batteries as well as pingers can be hired from the lake to help locate spots.
Swims
There are 3 swims on the lake, all located on the north shore and comfortably accommodating 2 anglers. Each has plenty of water coverage. All are accessible by car, although in wet weather access may be limited, so please ask.
Two of these have accommodation, the Kube and the Cabin. Both are set back from the water’s edge and can be used for fishing. Each accommodation sleeps 4 people, making it ideal for anglers who prefer more comfort or for people who don’t fish. See the ‘facilities’ tab for detailed information on the accommodation.
On site, there is a toilet block with hot showers, toilets and washbasins. There are power points for recharging your phone and batteries.
The lake has a summer kitchen with light, electricity and a professional electric griddle.
Camalo’s fish stock is one of the best you’ll find anywhere. There are around 270 carp with 2 fish over 70lbs at the right time of year and an average weight of 45lbs.
The supermarket and shops are a ten minute drive from the lake.
From mid-November to mid-March, the booking price is reduced by 50%. The sanitary facilities are closed during the low season.
Bookings are made from Saturday to Saturday.
Reservations can be made per swim or exclusively on the lake.
Arrival at 2 p.m. and departure no later than 10 a.m. on the following Saturday.
Please respect the arrival time. If you are late, please let us know. Pick-ups are only possible at the Lac Furet, 3 minutes away.
A fee of 5 euros per person will be charged on arrival for the removal of rubbish from the bins.
A cleaning charge of 50 euros is payable on arrival for guests staying in the chalet and cabin, together with a refundable damage deposit of 300 euros in cash or paypal.
A dog fee of €10 per dog will be charged on arrival.
Use of the heating is charged at €70 per week.
Rowing boats can be rented for 70 euros for the week
A electric motor and battery for the boat is 70 Euros
Echo sounder is 35 Euros
A selection of bait is available to purchased on site which includes:
A food package is available and can be delivered to the lake. It includes a continental breakfast and a freshly cooked dinner.
Breakfast is delivered between 9am and 10am, dinner between 7pm and 8pm.
Reservations must be made at least 1 week before arrival.
– A waste tax of €5 per person is payable on arrival. It must be left at the reception point of each lake, where there is a collection point indicated by the owner. Recycling is compulsory.
-A cleaning, disinfection and bed linen charge of €50 is compulsory. To be paid on arrival for rentals with accommodation only.
-A dog tax of €10 is payable on arrival for rentals with accommodation only.
-Some fishing spots are not accessible by vehicle all year round, so please check before you come. Once you have unloaded your vehicle, it will remain in the lake car park.
-Bait boats are permitted.
-Personal rowing boats are not permitted. You can only use those on the lake by renting them. Please reserve them in advance.
-Swimming in the lake is prohibited.
Only fish-friendly rigs are permitted; fixed lines are forbidden.
Use only micro-barb hooks.
-Mono main line is compulsory; braided main line is not permitted.
-Lead leaders are not permitted.
-Tubes must always be used.
-A maximum of 3 rods per angler. (additional rods €10/rod/day with the owner’s agreement).
-Each angler must have a landing net of at least 40 inches, a weighing strap and a large carp mat. Weighing cradles are not permitted.
-All fish must be unhooked, weighed and photographed in the water. It is forbidden to take fish out of the water.
-Apply carp care kit to hooks.
Anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated. The abuse of alcohol and the consumption of narcotics is prohibited.
-Do not leave rubbish in your bath.
-Be considerate of other anglers.
-Well behaved dogs are allowed.
-Open fires are prohibited.
-Barbecues are permitted if they are raised off the ground.
-The lake is under video surveillance.
-Failure to comply with these rules may result in early dismissal from the lake without refund.
-For rented accommodation a deposit will be required on arrival in cash or by pay pal. Please plan ahead before your arrival.
-In the event of early departure on your part no refund will be made.
-ARRIVALS ARE ONLY FROM 14:00, in case of delay please inform us.
-Departures are at 10.00 am
| Port | Distance |
|---|---|
| Calais | 356 miles |
| Le Havre | 290 miles |
| Dieppe | 292 miles |
| Caen | 293 miles |
| St. Malo | 323 miles |
| Dunkirk | 357 miles |
| Cherbourge | 360 miles |
| Roscoff | 412 miles |
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