subject: Fishing In Northern Ontario [print this page] Ontario is a fishermans dream whether he is flying, boating or driving into this fishing paradise. He can choose to go about his fishing trip alone or seek out one of the many outfitters or guides that are available to show the angler around this popular fishing area.
With more lakes than a person can visit in an entire lifetime, Ontario is home to 144 of the 180 native fish that are found in all of Canada. These species include northern pike bass, walleye, lake trout and salmon as well as some of the most amazing trophy fish you will ever see. With over 400,000 different streams, lakes and rivers, it isnt hard to see how Ontario has become one of the most ideal fishing destinations in the world.
While North Eastern Ontario isnt as far north or as remote as some other areas, you can still be fishing on a lake for days on end and never see another boat or human being for that matter. However, fishing in the remote parts of Northern Ontario doesnt necessarily mean you have to be roughing it. While some prefer to live out their fishing trips camping style, others can choose from cabins to four star accommodations.
A good example of what Northern Ontario has to offer would be the popular Auld Reekie Lodge. What some may consider the melding of luxury and wilderness together, this lodge is open to the public all year round and is located among a canvas of pine and birch trees at the tip of Gowganda Lake. With superior, four star accommodations like these, you will also want to make sure you check out the dining.
Gowganda Lake was made for fishing, complete with plenty of weeded areas, rocky shoals, stumpy shallows, sharp drops, as well as holes that are nearly 200 feet deep. With this variety of homes and hiding places, you can expect to catch a number of fish including walleye, speckled trout, northern pike, small mouth bass, and perch.
If it is scenery that you are most interested in, consider the breathtaking beauty of Penassi Lake and the Wapus River. Here you can fish alongside professional anglers such as bear, moose and beaver. Both locations are perfect for fishing for northern pike small mouth bass and walleye. However, if you are looking for a shallow, rocky and shady lake, consider looking into scheduling your trip for Obushkong Lake. Roughly 12 miles long and one mile wide, this lake only gets as deep as about eight feet, making it a perfect destination for those looking to come home with small mouth bass or pike.
