Geological Survey (USGS) so named because the lakes outline resembles a pair of spectacles. There are lots of wildlife here, you will have a good chance of seeing blacktail deer, raccoons, pine martins, squirrels, both gray and red varieties. SW of junction of Herron and Foraker Rivers, Tanana Low. The largest island has a primitive campsite on it. There is carry down access via trail off NY-10 and a second off NY-29A. Fish species present in the lake are chain pickerel, black bullhead, yellow perch, and pumpkinseed sunfish. I have walked and enjoyed the views here over the years and find it’s a great spot to unwind after leaving the hustle and bustle of Victoria. Spectacle Lake is a lake northeast of Stratford, New York. Come fish for a variety of gamefish species or hike. There is a great abundance of birds here and a wonderful place to take a quiet walk, looking for birds. With a 500-foot swim beach and the crystal clear lake, Spectacle Lake Campground is a family favorite. The lake and park are accessed by taking the Whittaker or spectacle lake road north of the Malahat, about 2 km west of Highway 1, and 19 miles (30 km) northwest of Victoria. There is no camping permitted in the park. A boat launch is available for small car toppers, canoes, and kayaks.

This lake is special in winter, too, as it offers great outdoor ice skating. As you look down through the lake’s incredibly clear water, you’ll see crayfish scuttling along the lake bottom. The lake is regularly stocked with rainbow trout, which means that you must get there early in the season for best results. Small Mouth Bass have been introduced into this lake illegally and this has adversely affected the eastern brook trout fishery. The lake is cherished by many, as it offers the only eastern brook trout fishing on Vancouver Island. Enter your email below to be notified when we get access. (For now) Hipcamp is working closely with the government to allow bookings here asap. Households in Spectacle Lake are primarily childless couples.

The predominant age group in Spectacle Lake is 50-59 years. By 2011 the population was 661 showing a population growth of 677.6 in the area during that time. The population of Spectacle Lake in 2006 was 85 people. The park is a great spot for swimming, canoeing, fishing, or spending the day picnicking. Spectacle Lake Campground is not operated by Hipcamp and can only be booked externally. The size of Spectacle Lake is approximately 50.6 square kilometres. An easy 2 km hiking trail circles the lake, with wooden bridges crossing the creeks and marshy areas that flow into spectacle lake. Spectacle Lake on Vancouver Island is located north of Victoria up on the Malahat range.

Spectacle lake