Does Sturgeon Lake have good fishing?

Does Sturgeon Lake have good fishing?

Does Sturgeon Lake have good fishing?

Also several lakes in the area are excellent for Walleye, Perch and Northern fishing. Sturgeon Lake is well known for its moose and grouse hunting. Come for the “Ice Out Fishing” in May for great Walleye Fishing! Please ensure you are aware of the Ontario Fishing Regulations and Licensing.

Where can I fish on Sturgeon Lake?

Fishing spots near Sturgeon Lake

  • © Mapbox, © OpenStreetMap. Kennedy Bay. Ontario, Canada.
  • Scugog River. Ontario, Canada. 264 Logged catches.
  • Goose Bay. Ontario, Canada.
  • McLaren Creek. Ontario, Canada.
  • Ellery Bay. Ontario, Canada.
  • Rutherford Creek. Ontario, Canada.
  • Emily Creek. Ontario, Canada.
  • Fenelon Falls. Ontario, Canada.

What kind of fish are in Sturgeon Lake Alberta?

Sturgeon lake offers a variety of recreations opportunities. A variety of fish are available consisting of Pickerel (Walleye), Jackfish (Northern Pike), Perch, Burbot (Lingcod), White suckers & White-fish. Boat launch sites are located on both south and north shores, as are campgrounds and day use areas.

What is the cleanest lake in the Kawarthas?

Balsam Lake
As it is the highest point on the Trent-Severn Waterway, Balsam Lake is known as the cleanest lake in the Kawarthas.

Can you catch sturgeon in Sturgeon Lake?

Tournaments. Do not be confused by the name of Sturgeon Lake, a popular recreation destination year-round that contains no sturgeon but does produce walleye, pike, whitefish and yellow perch. Rob Bassarab from Rob B’s Sports in Valleyview, says that, nowadays, Sturgeon Lake is known primarily for its walleye fishing.

Are there sturgeon fish in Sturgeon Lake?

Walleye
Northern pikeLargemouth bassMuskellungeSmallmouth bass
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Is there a sandbar on Sturgeon Lake?

Closer to the channel known as the “Fenelon River”, Sturgeon Lake’s Sandbar is located on the right hand side if you are heading into the town of Fenelon Falls. The Sandbar is located in the small bay inside the black circle. Keep an eye, there is no black circle or sign for the Sandbar on the actual lake.

Can you swim in Sturgeon Lake?

Swimming – Sturgeon Lake warms up quickly and the swimming is great if you have limestone-bottomed waterfront. There are also a few sandbars along the northern shores of the lake that are popular with swimmers.

Can you swim in Sturgeon Lake Alberta?

Blue-Green Algae – Sturgeon Lake Do not swim or wade in any areas where blue-green algae is visable. Do not allow your pets to swim or wade in these areas or to eat fish or fish trimmings from the lake. Consider limiting human consumption of fish from the lake.

What is the biggest lake in the Kawarthas?

The lakes drain southeast through the Otonabee and Trent rivers to Lake Ontario. On the west, Balsam Lake (the highest in the chain) also drains into Lake Simcoe through a canal linking it to the Talbot River….Kawartha Lakes.

Published Online February 7, 2006
Last Edited January 23, 2014

Can you swim in Kawartha Lakes?

Visit one of our many beaches: Note: Bobcaygeon Beach Park is currently closed for redevelopment. The beach will not be open for the 2021 season….Kawartha Lakes Public Beaches.

Beach Location
Omemee Beach Emily/Omemee
Birch Point Fenelon Falls
Bond Street Fenelon Falls
Sturgeon Point Beach Fenelon Falls

Why is it illegal to catch sturgeon?

Sturgeons are highly vulnerable to illegal fishing because they begin breeding relatively late, at about age 15, and they spawn infrequently—only every two to seven years. If populations are depleted, recovery is slow.

How big is the Sturgeon Lake in Kawarthas?

The channel is about 4′ deep and the surrounding water 2-3′ deep. It’s common for both bass species and walleye to cruise in and out of that very large area, especially if there is a prevailing north-west wind that stirs up the bottom.

What kind of fish are in Kawarthas Lake?

It’s common for both bass species and walleye to cruise in and out of that very large area, especially if there is a prevailing north-west wind that stirs up the bottom. From there I would head right up into McLaren’s Creek (past the railway bridge), and fish weedless spoons and frogs on both sides of the channel for largemouth.

Where are the cottages at Wychwood in Kawartha?

Cottages are set in a park-like surrounding on 10 acres of a choice cedar woodland grove providing privacy and comfort on the beautifully treed shoreline of Sturgeon Lake. Beautiful sandy beach suitable for all ages – marked off for children – great for swimming and sunning.

Where to catch smallmouth bass in Sturgeon Lake?

If you want to target smallmouth I would suggest “twitching” a Rapala Shadow Rap along the north shore of the Fenelon Arm along the rocky shoreline. Topwater can work anywhere on the lake, but you have to have the right conditions, usually early & late in the day.