If you are looking for some of the biggest carp in France, then these four top-class French Carp Lakes with 80lb Carp have proven to produce fish at this size. All four are well-stocked, well-managed waters with strong big-carp track records – here’s what makes each one worth booking.
At a glance:
| Lake | Size | Biggest carp | Anglers | Distance from Calais |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Lake | 12 acres | 84lb | 10 | 3h15 |
| Evaro | 7.5 acres | 84lb | 7 | 3h45 |
| Fullys Lake | 26 acres | 82lb | 10 | 4h |
| Old Oaks | 5 acres | 82lb | 5 | 4h30 |
1. Sky Lake (12 Acres | Carp to 84lb | Up to 10 anglers)
This lake has an exceptional reputation for big carp fishing in France and is a short, easy drive from Calais at just 3 hours 15 minutes. With great management, facilities, optional food packages and bait available to buy on site, the lake has it all.
As the stock of carp has matured over the years, there are now over 50 x 50lb+ carp and a lake record at over 84lb. The great thing is that, despite these huge carp, we still wouldn´t describe Sky Lake as a particularly difficult lake. It is a comfortable 12 acres, so no inland sea! You prebook your swims and can choose from a selection of well maintained doubles or singles.
The lake contains very little weed or snags and no nuisance species like poisson chat or crayfish, making for an enjoyable fishing experience. There’s good depth with 2.5-4 metres on average, making this a lake that doesn ‘t really switch off in the hotter summer months either.
Here is one review from a recent angler:
“What more can I say than this place is what dreams are made of! A unbelievable weeks fishing with the lads, incredible hosts and hospitality couldn’t ask for much more! Considering the weather couldn’t make up its mind we done a good head of fish between the 8 of us with a good few PBs coming out. First time going to France fishing and I can happily say I won’t be visiting anywhere else.”
Find out more about Sky Lake, read all the reviews and book here – Sky Lake Big Carp in France
2. Evaro (7 Acres | Carp to 84lb | Up to 7 anglers)
Opened to anglers in 2021, Evaro is a dream French carp lake for the experienced angler. This 7.5 acre gravel pit in the Champagne region is around 3 hours 45 minutes from Calais and has everything you’d expect from a quality big carp venue, with loads of features, plenty of depth and a seriously impressive stock of big carp.
The carp stock is what really makes Evaro stand out. The original fish are stunning and carefully managed stockings have helped build the lake to around 310 carp, with an average weight in the mid to high thirties and the biggest now over 84lb. It’s certainly not a runs water, but when every bite could be the fish of a lifetime, that’s no bad thing.
You book Evaro on a double swim basis, with three spacious doubles for up to six anglers, or you can hire the lake exclusively for up to seven anglers. Plateaus, drop-offs and overhanging margins provide plenty to fish to, while depths generally range between 2.5 and 4 metres with some areas reaching 5 metres.
Here is one review from a recent angler:
“Evaro is definitely not a runs water but it doesn’t need to be because the next bite could quite possibly be the fish of a lifetime. If I could only ever fish one water again Evaro would be it.”
Find out more about Evaro, read all the reviews and book here – Evaro Big Carp Fishing in France.
3. Fullys Lake (26 Acres | Carp to 82lb | Up to 10 anglers)
26 acre Fullys Lake is home to around 565 carp to over 82lb. Alongside the big commons and mirrors, the many fully scaled mirrors, linears and even koi are the jewels in the crown, making this one of the most unique carp fishing lakes in France.
Created and run by Constant Lebel, a respected French FOX consultant, Fullys combines stunning fish with a peaceful, natural setting. Around 4 hours from Calais, you can pre-book individual swims or hire the lake exclusively, with six well-maintained swims catering for up to eight anglers, or ten if you book the whole venue.
There are plenty of features to fish to, with depths ranging from around 2 to 3.5 metres. The bottom is mainly hard, with a mix of gravel, sand and silt areas, making it a rewarding water for anglers who enjoy finding spots and working the lake.
The stock is exceptional, with around 50 carp over 40lb, more than 100 over 30lb and a lake record common now over 82lb.
Here is one review from a recent angler:
“Fullys Lake has some INCREDIBLE carp with many of the stock over 40lb+. The lake has a certain charm and challenge to it that definitely draws you back!”
Find out more about Fullys Lake, read all the reviews and book here – Fullys Lake Big Carp Fishing in France.
4. Old Oaks (5 Acres | Carp to 82lb | Up to 5 anglers)
Old Oaks was opened in 2006 by Mehdi and has built a reputation as one of the most exciting intimate big carp waters in France. We’ve worked with Mehdi for over 20 years and his attention to detail and passion for carp fishing are reflected perfectly in this lake.
At around 5 acres, Old Oaks is booked exclusively for up to five anglers, making it a great choice for groups wanting the lake to themselves. Around 4.5 hours from Calais, it’s a challenging venue with plateaus, weed beds, gullies and overhanging vegetation all providing classic big carp features where every bite could be something special.
The lake holds around 100 to 120 carp, with the vast majority weighing over 30lb, right up to the magnificent lake record common over 82lb. Accurate bait placement is often the key to success here and a baitboat can be a real advantage, particularly when fishing tight to the far margin.
Old Oaks now has over 400 reviews published online, here is one from a recent angler:
“Absolutely! The lake is just the perfect size for a small group, and it’s teeming with fish just waiting to be caught! What we really love about it is that this lake challenges you a bit, making every catch feel incredibly rewarding. Medhi and his family are fantastic – they’re around when you need them, ready to share their valuable insights and tips on what methods are really working on the lake.”
Find out more about Old Oaks, read all the reviews and book here – Old Oaks Big Carp Fishing in France.
FAQs: French Carp Lakes with 80lb Carp
Which lake in France has the biggest carp?
Of the venues in this guide, Sky Lake and Evaro currently hold the largest confirmed carp, both with fish over 84lb. They also have a huge number of back-up 40lb+ carp, meaning the average weight you can expect to catch is very impressive.
How do you choose which venues to feature in this list?
Every lake in this guide is one we work with directly and monitor over time, not a venue picked from a database. We verify stockings, collect and publish catch reports direct from anglers, update the photo gallery often and revisit the biggest carp sizes systematically to ensure that ‘what you see, is what you get’.
Are these big carp lakes difficult to fish?
It varies. Sky Lake and Fullys Lake are more forgiving venues – usually providing steady action alongside the big fish, making them approachable for less experienced anglers too. Evaro and Old Oaks are often more technical “one bite could be the fish of a lifetime” waters that reward experienced anglers who are comfortable being patient between bites.
Can groups book these lakes exclusively?
Yes – in fact Old Oaks and Evaro can both only be booked exclusively by a single group, while Sky Lake and Fullys Lake allow you to book individual swims or the lake as a whole for your group.
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