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Fishing

Species of fish found in Lake Superior Park

The most common species of fish found within the park, Lake Superior and its tributaries are; Brook Trout , Pike, Lake Trout, Rainbow, Walleye, Coho, Pink, and Chinook. Other species found in the park are; Bass, Muskellunge, Yellow Perch, Crappie, Brown Trout, Splake, Atlantic Salmon, Whitefish, Sauger and Sturgeon.


Measuring Your Fish

How to measure a fishFor some species of fish, and certain bodies of water, size restrictions apply. Unless otherwise stated, size limits refer to the TOTAL Length, measured from the tip of the mouth with the jaws closed to the tip of the tail, with the tail fin lobes compressed to get the maximum possible length. In some bodies of water, the regulations may state that measurement of the FORK Length must be used when measuring your fish. The fork length is measuring from the tip of the mouth with the jaws closed to the central part of the tail fin. If you catch a fish that is of a restricted size, you must release it immediately.


Where to fish

man fishingWe can't tell you all of our secrets. But we can tell you that there are countless inland lakes and rivers within the boundaries of Lake Superior Park to enjoy sport fishing during the summer and winter seasons. Some of these lakes are more difficult to get to than others. Pick up a park map, your fishing regulations, and license and check out the awesome places you might catch the big one. Crescent Lake is a great place to go on a family fishing day. This campground is closest to the south end of the park and has a boat launch for your kayak or canoe, the lake is stocked, and you can get to 3 other lakes through short portages.


Regulations

You will need a fishing license to fish; and can buy a license as a (a) Residents of Canada and (b) Non-Residents of Canada. Refer to Ontario Fishing Regulations for up to date catch & posession limits and licensing; go to http://www.mnr.gov.on.ca/en/ and click on Fish & Wildlife for up to date information from The Ministry of Natural Resources. This web page is only a guide, and not meant for use as reference when going fishing, always refer to The Ministry of Natural Resources website for up to date regulations and information.

Use of live bait is NOT permitted.