Fishing Spot in Vancouver, British Columbia
Green Timbers Lake Fishing Access
Green Timbers Lake sits inside Surrey's Green Timbers Urban Forest Park, a short walk from the 100 Avenue parking area. Plan it as a compact stocked-lake outing: fish from shore or the dock, check recent trout stocking, and respect the no-watercraft, no-wading, and no-swimming rules.
Green Timbers Lake Fishing Access
Plan your visit
What to know before you go.
GoFishBC describes a five-minute walk to the lake.
City and GoFishBC support public lake fishing.
GoFishBC lists rainbow trout stocking.
Listed by the City of Surrey.
Surrey Nature Centre handles rod and tackle loans.
Required for most anglers 16 and older.
No swimming, wading, or watercraft.
Temporary lake-area closures were listed to May 29, 2026.
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Good To Know
The City listed intermittent access and trail closures around Green Timbers Lake until May 29, 2026; check the park page before leaving.
Surrey's fishing page says rods and tackle boxes can be borrowed for free through the program, and the Nature Centre lists fishing rods at the front desk.
The lake is reserved for wildlife and fishing, so keep dogs leashed and out of the water and do not bring paddlecraft or tubes.
Fishing Access
- Where to fish
- GoFishBC describes Green Timbers Lake as fishable from shore or the fishing dock, with deeper areas at the north and south ends worth targeting.
- Stocked trout
- The City says Green Timbers Lake is stocked with rainbow trout, and GoFishBC lists spring and fall stocking for the lake.
- Beginner support
- The City promotes Learn to Fish programs at Green Timbers Lake and a rod-loan program through Surrey Nature Centre.
Arrival And Facilities
- Parking
- GoFishBC lists 2WD access and a five-minute walk from the 100 Avenue parking lot to the lake.
- Washrooms and picnic space
- GoFishBC lists washrooms on the northeast side of the lake, along with picnic tables, a playground, and a fishing dock.
- Nature Centre
- Surrey Nature Centre is in the park at 14225 Green Timbers Way and lists current public hours, phone, email, and an all-terrain wheelchair for onsite use. Open Nature Centre page
Rules And Regulations
- Licence
- The City says a freshwater licence is required at Green Timbers Lake, and B.C. residents aged 16 and older need a valid basic freshwater licence unless an exemption applies. Open B.C. licence page
- Daily limit
- GoFishBC lists the trout/char daily limit as two for Green Timbers Lake. Check the current Region 2 regulation page before keeping fish. Open B.C. regulations
- No swimming or boats
- The City says the lake is only for wildlife and fishing, with no watercraft, wading, or swimming permitted.
Before You Go
- Check closures
- The City posted intermittent access and trail closures around the lake until May 29, 2026, so check current notices before carrying gear. Open park page
- Check stocking
- Use GoFishBC's stocking report before choosing a trout-focused day, especially outside spring and fall stocking periods. Open stocking report
Questions People Ask
Can I fish Green Timbers Lake year-round?
Yes. The City says you can fish year-round at Green Timbers Lake, which is stocked with rainbow trout.
Where do I park for Green Timbers Lake?
Use the park access on 100 Avenue. GoFishBC describes 2WD access and about a five-minute walk from the parking lot to the lake.
Do I need a fishing licence?
Yes for most anglers 16 and older. The City says Green Timbers requires a freshwater licence, and the B.C. licence page explains the current rules and exemptions.
Can I borrow fishing gear?
Surrey lists a free fishing rod and tackle-box loan program. Call Surrey Nature Centre before going because availability and pickup hours can change.
Can I swim, wade, or launch a small boat?
No. The City says Green Timbers Lake is only for wildlife and fishing, with no watercraft, wading, or swimming permitted.
Are there washrooms near the lake?
GoFishBC lists washrooms on the northeastern side of the lake. SCI BC also notes an accessible bathroom near the Surrey Nature Centre during open hours.
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Official And Operator
- City of SurreyOfficial page
- City of SurreyOfficial page
- City of SurreyOfficial page
- Freshwater Fisheries Society of BCOfficial page
- Freshwater Fisheries Society of BCData file
- Province of British ColumbiaOfficial page
- Province of British ColumbiaOfficial page
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