Antler Lake sits roughly 3 km from the town of Gold River on Vancouver Island, covering about 17 hectares at an elevation of approximately 1,195 metres. It is accessible via gravel road with no hiking required.

The lake offers a cartop boat launch, though only electric motors are permitted on the water. It holds stocked rainbow trout averaging 30–40 cm as well as a population of wild cutthroat trout that can reach 1. 5 kg.

Two 10-metre basins, both rich in aquatic vegetation, are prime holding areas for larger fish, though cutthroat can also be taken in the shallows. Shore, tube, and boat fishing are all viable approaches.

A recreational site is located at the lake, and a walking trail connects Antler Lake to Scout Lake, a smaller lake roughly 2 km away.