Lake and river fishing in Ontario, Canada

Ontario has the largest freshwater lakes in the world and a great diversity of fish, making it the best place in the country for a fishing trip. However, be sure to familiarize yourself with all the regulations regarding fishing in Ontario before planning your trip. Contact the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources for complete license details.

I can see how someone could easily get hooked on fishing in Ontario with its picturesque settings, especially if you like to fish. Pack your rod and tackle box for year-round activities. There’s trout, bass, walleye, muskellunge, salmon, and lots of panfish.

Some of the most popular ports on Lake Ontario and the Niagara River are Wilson, Olcott, and Lewiston. You can book your stay near these suspicious places at [http://www.affordabletravelagents.com].

This is what is biting when and where.

*Rainbow/Steelhead Trout: With a light pink stripe along its flank, the House Trout puts up a brave fight, known for its aerial acrobatics when hooked. 6 to 8 pounds is the average size. Larger fish in the teens are frequently caught throughout the year. They consist of catches in the lower and upper parts of Niagara, as well as along the shoreline of Lake Ontario. Lake fishing in spring and summer is great for rainbows and rainbow trout. The best time to fish the river is from December to March with Kwikfish lures or fresh trout eggs. Stick baits work in late spring on Lake Ontario. Very tasty!

*Brown Trout: Well stocked at Wilson and Olcott. Range 10-15lbs sometimes larger. Browns were caught from April in Lake Ontario and early June as water temperatures rise. August and September are also good months. Trolling in a big S pattern. Worms and minnows make the best live baits. Biggest fish caught after dark.

*Lake Trout – This is the most likely fish caught in Niagara and can be fished year-round. The lake trout season begins on January 1. The state record is 39 pounds, 8 ounces. You can drift fish or three way kwikfish or you can try jigging for these tasty creatures. Shore anglers on the river can use spoons and do quite well too.