Fishing

With over 250,000 lakes, incredible diversity in fishable species and angling experiences, Ontario is one of the top destinations in the world for freshwater fishing.

Ontario’s waters are brimming with muskie, northern pike, brook trout, walleye, perch and more.

From full-service American Plan lodges offering all the luxurious amenities and meals to comfortable housekeeping cottages to remote outpost camps, fly-in, boat-in, drive-in or train-in to your fishing adventure.

Plan a day of fishing with a guided charter boat company. Perfect the art of the fly fishing cast on one of Ontario’s many lakes, streams and rivers. Truly a four-season angling destination, Ontario’s winter season offers great ice fishing opportunities.

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During every season, Ontario's waters are brimming with excellent fishing opportunities. Get inspired by our fishing-related articles.

Fishing Lake Superior

Fish for a wide variety of Ontario sport fish on the clean, clear and remote waters of Lake Superior amid a wild and spectacular setting.

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Winter lake trout ice fishing in Ontario

Ice fishing for Ontario’s world-class lake trout is the essence of elegance, the embodiment of piscatorial perfection.

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The best ways to experience Ontario's waterways

Water-based experiences are an essential part of visiting Ontario, Canada.

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Planning a family fishing vacation

Getting away on a fishing vacation is the perfect opportunity for families to get outside and reconnect.

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Great drive-to fishing lodges in Ontario

Road-accessible fishing destinations are plentiful in Ontario and offer unique and exciting angling adventures.

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Fly fishing lodges in Ontario

Here’s an overview of the variety of the opportunities, accommodations, outfitters and species for fly anglers in Ontario.

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Fly fishing clubs in Ontario

Fly Fishing Clubs are a great way to share, learn, get inspired and connect with other fly anglers in Ontario.

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Indigenous tours and outdoor adventures

Learn about Indigenous cultures and explore the unique bond with the natural world on a guided tour or land-based activity.

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Ice fishing events in Ontario for 2024

Ontario has a rich tradition of competitive ice fishing events, from high-stakes tournaments to family-friendly derbies.

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How to hold a fish for a picture then safely release it

Catch and release is becoming so common among anglers as it’s the best way to ensure the long-term health of the fish population.

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Learning to fly fish is easier than you think

Fly fishing is an accessible, affordable and fun activity in which anyone can participate. Especially in Ontario.

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Understanding fly fishing terms

Here’s a glossary of some of the basic fly fishing terms and lingo.

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Kayak fly fishing is Ontario's exciting new fishing challenge

If you’re ready to try fly fishing from a kayak in Ontario, here are some expert tips to get started.

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Fishing in Ontario’s Provincial and National Parks

Find excellent sport fishing opportunities in Ontario’s Provincial and National Parks.

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Great fishing at Northern Ontario’s remote fly-in lodges

These fly-in fishing lodges provide the best angling adventures with the comforts of home in the remote wilderness of Northern Ontario.

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Best spots for ice fishing in Ontario

Here are ten iconic Ontario destinations with outfitters and guides to whet your ice fishing appetite.

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Muskie fishing in Ontario

From urban angling to remote fly-in fishing, Ontario has some of the best muskie fishing in the world.

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Discover incredible fishing in the Muskoka Region

Tips and hotspots for catching bass, walleye, lake trout and pike in the Muskoka region’s many lakes and rivers.

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Getting started in fly fishing

There’s never been a better time to learn the art of fly fishing than the present.

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Everything you need to know to start ice fishing

From where to go ice fishing in Ontario to what equipment you’ll need, here’s everything you need to know to get started.

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Top fly fishing species in Ontario

Ontario is a fly fisher’s dream with seemingly countless rivers, lakes and streams to target multi-species of freshwater fish.

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Where and when to fish close to Toronto

Whether you’re a beginner or a lifelong angler, knowing when and where to go fishing is one of the keys to success.

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Your ice fishing dreams come true in Ontario

Ontario freshwater lakes are home to the very best ice fishing in the world.

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Ice fishing in Ontario made easy

Ontario's ice fishing outfitters will make your experience easy, fun and warm—even on the coldest of winter days.

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Fishing Lake of the Woods

Even if you devoted your entire life to angling Lake of the Woods, you wouldn’t be able to experience all the lake has to offer.

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Simple Ontario fish recipes and shore lunches

Ontario’s lakes and rivers offer some of the most exciting freshwater fishing experiences in North America, as well as some of the tastiest sport fish.

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Ontario family-friendly fishing lodges

There are a huge number of Ontario family-friendly fishing lodges throughout the province.

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Tips for an Ontario fishing lodge vacation

If you’re looking for that great escape from day to day, it's as close as your nearest fishing lodge or resort.

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Ice safety: 3 steps that could save your life

Use extreme caution before heading out on a frozen lake or river in Ontario.

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Fishing Lake Nipissing

Home to Ontario’s most popular sport fish species, Lake Nipissing is an accessible fishing destination surrounded by marinas and full-service communities.

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Benefits of hiring a fishing guide in Ontario

A local fishing guide will help you discover the best fishing in Ontario.

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Ontario is Canada’s top fishing destination

Fishing in Canada is a hugely popular sport and pastime. And with a seemingly endless number of lakes, streams and rivers, it’s no wonder Ontario is one of Canada’s top fishing destinations.

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Where to get fishing bait and tackle in Ontario

If you’re heading out for a fishing trip in Ontario you’ll want to know where the closest bait and tackle shops are.

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Hire a local Ontario fishing guide

With the broad scope of angling opportunities available in the province, there are several benefits to hiring a fishing guide.

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Guide to modern ice fishing in Ontario

New tools, techniques and approaches to ice fishing make this traditional winter sport more accessible and enjoyable today

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21 top fishing destinations in Ontario

Freshwater sportfishing opportunities in the province of Ontario are unparalleled anywhere else in the world.

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Lake Simcoe is a four-season fishing hot spot

Southern Ontario’s largest inland lake offers incredible fishing for a variety of popular gamefish.

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Tips for kayak fishing in Ontario

Get expert tips on how to enjoy world-class fishing in Ontario’s lakes and rivers from a kayak.

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Top 10 large fishing lakes in Ontario

If you’re looking for some of the best fishing in Ontario, you’re going to want to take in this list of ten large fishing lakes.

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Best flies for Ontario sportfish

Get information on some of Ontario’s best fly sportfish and tips on what flies work best to catch them.

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How to catch fish on a fly rod

Learn about the best species of fish for fly fishing and get great fishing tips on how to catch them using a fly rod.

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Housekeeping cottages and budget-friendly fishing resorts in Northern Ontario

Check out these comfortable and affordable properties that will meet and then exceed your fishing trip expectations.

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Top Ontario fishing tournaments

Ontario’s top fishing tournaments test the skills of competitive anglers on productive lakes and waters and reward the best with prizes and prestige.

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Fly fishing rivers of Ontario

There are seemingly countless opportunities for anglers to fly fish on Ontario’s rivers.

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Everything you need to know about fishing in Ontario

Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about fishing in Ontario.

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Ontario’s top game fish

Here is a look at some of the great game fish in Ontario, as well as tips on how and where to catch them.

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Favourite species to fish in Ontario

Here is a list of top Ontario game fish from river to lake species.

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Ontario’s top ten record fish

Here’s an account of the top ten record fish caught in Ontario and where you can try your luck at reeling in a trophy.

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Fishing for beginners in Ontario

Here’s a quick fishing for beginners guide to get you started in Ontario, Canada.

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Fly fishing for beginners in Ontario

Here are some tips for beginners to learn the basics of fly fishing in Ontario.

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Specific spots

Ready to cast your line into a specific spot known for fishing? Here are some fishing-related things to do.

Fishing in Superior Country

With the westerly coast of Lake Superior and inland lake teaming with fish, Superior Country truly is superior.

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Fishing in Sunset Country Tourism

With over 70,000 fishable lakes, including the famous Lake of the Woods, this area is an angling mecca.

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Fishing in Northeastern Ontario

From gear to fly fishing, canoe and kayak angling, powerboat and even ice fishing, there's something for every angler.

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Fishing in Algoma Country

Drive in, fly in, and train in fishing with highly specied inland lakes and rivers, as well as Lake Huron and Superior.

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Ontario Sport Fishing Guides Association

Whether you are looking to get out fishing with your family, a group of friends or for business, Ontario has great charter boat operators across...

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Family fishing in Northeastern Ontario

Experience the joy of family bonding and the thrill of catching fish in the pristine waters of Northeastern Ontario.

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Lake of the Woods

Lake of the Woods is home to some of the most beautiful waters and landscapes in North America.

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Superior Country

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Last updated: February 28, 2023

Fishing

Angling adventure

Family fishing

Fly fishing

Ice fishing

Get inspired

Fishing Lake Superior

Winter lake trout ice fishing in Ontario

The best ways to experience Ontario's waterways

Planning a family fishing vacation

Great drive-to fishing lodges in Ontario

Fly fishing lodges in Ontario

Fly fishing clubs in Ontario

Indigenous tours and outdoor adventures

Ice fishing events in Ontario for 2024

How to hold a fish for a picture then safely release it

Learning to fly fish is easier than you think

Understanding fly fishing terms

Kayak fly fishing is Ontario's exciting new fishing challenge

Fishing in Ontario’s Provincial and National Parks

Great fishing at Northern Ontario’s remote fly-in lodges

Best spots for ice fishing in Ontario

Muskie fishing in Ontario

Discover incredible fishing in the Muskoka Region

Getting started in fly fishing

Everything you need to know to start ice fishing

Top fly fishing species in Ontario

Where and when to fish close to Toronto

Your ice fishing dreams come true in Ontario

Ice fishing in Ontario made easy

Fishing Lake of the Woods

Simple Ontario fish recipes and shore lunches

Ontario family-friendly fishing lodges

Tips for an Ontario fishing lodge vacation

Ice safety: 3 steps that could save your life

Fishing Lake Nipissing

Benefits of hiring a fishing guide in Ontario

Ontario is Canada’s top fishing destination

Where to get fishing bait and tackle in Ontario

Hire a local Ontario fishing guide

Guide to modern ice fishing in Ontario

21 top fishing destinations in Ontario

Lake Simcoe is a four-season fishing hot spot

Tips for kayak fishing in Ontario

Top 10 large fishing lakes in Ontario

Best flies for Ontario sportfish

How to catch fish on a fly rod

Housekeeping cottages and budget-friendly fishing resorts in Northern Ontario

Top Ontario fishing tournaments

Fly fishing rivers of Ontario

Everything you need to know about fishing in Ontario

Ontario’s top game fish

Favourite species to fish in Ontario

Ontario’s top ten record fish

Fishing for beginners in Ontario

Fly fishing for beginners in Ontario

Specific spots

Fishing in Superior Country

Fishing in Sunset Country Tourism

Fishing in Northeastern Ontario

Fishing in Algoma Country

Ontario Sport Fishing Guides Association

Family fishing in Northeastern Ontario

Lake of the Woods

Superior Country

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