Ontario Fishing
With a huge variety of fish running its streams and rivers and residing in its lakes, Ontario is a favorite destination for fishing enthusiasts the world over. Known for playing host to the “big one,” this Canadian province welcomes tourists to enjoy the natural splendor its boundaries have to offer. Before diving into a fishing trip in Ontario,however, there are some things a non-resident might need to pay attention to. Fishing in this province generally requires a permit and some areas might demand more than one. Those who choose to fish Ontario do so for the massive variety of fish they can encounter.
Although not all species are found in every location during certain times of the year, here are some general rules of thumb for where to find what kinds of fish: Warm water fish found in Ontario include: pumpkinseed, bluegill, goldeye, largemouth bass, white perch and more. Cooler waters will play hose to black crappie, walleye, rock bass, northern pike, white sucker and even redhorse suckers. The cold waters of Ontario are home to rainbow trout, Atlantic salmon, Chinook salmon, Cisco, smelt and more. There are many websites to choose from for more information! If you are looking for a lodge or resort to stay at, please visit the comprehensive fishing resort directory here.
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Original Story of the Discovery of the Aurora Trout (Field and Stream, 1925)
The Trail to the Aurora Trout. by..... Wm. H. Rinkenbach. The finding of a new species of the gamy Salvelinus, which has been accepted by science as a new trout. We had just emerged from a spring...
Ice Out Trout!
Ice Out Trout! by.... Steve Robowtham. https://srfishing.ca/ You’re in your own little world, your eyes are focused. You wait patiently, yet posed to strike. As that little clear float drifts down...
Dave Mercer’s – Facts of Fishing
Back-To-Basics Pike.
The northern pike - or water wolf in some circles - is a predatory fish that holds a healthy appetite, both for chowing down and battling tough. It...
Swimbaits for Summer Walleye.
If you’re looking to land big walleye and prefer casting over trolling, swimbaits are one of the best baits going to accomplish this goal. When...
Vertical Jigging for Suspended Smallies.
Retrieving baits and lures in a horizontal fashion is one of the most commonly utilized and effective techniques in fishing today. There are times,...
Lake Trout Fishing Tips and Tricks!
Ontario’s pristine lakes offer world class fishing for a variety of fresh water species. The Ministry of Natural Resources has a soft spot for one...
Jigging Early Summer Pike.
Yes, my pike box is full of the same large jerkbaits, big thumper spoons and wild looking spinnerbaits as yours probably is. And yes, hitting a big...
How to topwater fish for bass
The art of angling is built upon many different techniques and methods in order to catch fish. From tossing a crank, hopping a tube, or burning a...
The Basic Lures for Lunker Largemouth.
For those anglers that have caught a severe case of the "bassin' bug," deciding on what lures and baits to choose can be a complicated and difficult...
Deep Down Lake Trout.
Deep, cold and gin clear water usually represent most lakes that hold healthy populations of lake trout throughout Ontario. During the summer months...
Summer Pike Points.
Summer Pike Points. by.... J.P. Bushey. Some are definitely better than others! Reading water and being able to carry out a logical fishing approach...
Summertime Eyes.
Summertime Eyes. By....Tyler Dunn. If Ontario is best known for one fish it is without a doubt the delicious walleye. Trophy walleye fishing can be...
How to Choose the Right Fishing Trip for You
How to Choose the Right Fishing Trip for You? When my group started planning our annual fishing trip, we had no idea how difficult it was to decide...
Accessorize Your Boat for Success!
Your 1000-acre local lake fishes just fine with a 16-foot johnboat, a 25-hp motor, 12V tiller electric, and a 5” sonar. Take this rig too far out...
