Go Fish in Ontario

Home to over 250,000 lakes, rivers and streams.

Home to more than 250,000 lakes, rivers, and streams that are brimming with some of the best freshwater year-round fishing experiences in the world, it is safe to say that Ontario is an angler's paradise. From fly fishing for trout to waging war with the mighty muskie, the opportunities for world-class fishing are endless. Discover everything that is Ontario fishing at Destination Ontario.

Ontario boasts the world's largest number of lakeside resorts and lodges, one of which will be sure to suit your needs and budget. Take a short drive from the bustling city to a hidden retreat, or board a plane for a fly-in getaway. Either way, you can be assured of professional service and a "shore lunch" to remember.

Whether you’re preparing for a short drive to a hidden fishing gem or planning to hop on a plane for the fly-in fishing experience of a lifetime, here you can find inspirational stories of family fishing excursions, technical articles to help catch the trophy fish, and suggested fishing getaways to help you plan your next fishing adventure in Ontario!

Connect with Go Fish in Ontario on Facebook and share your catches with us!

Recommended Articles

Basin-Shape Walleye

Learn this proven technique to catch more walleye when ice fishing in Northern Ontario.

3 Great Ontario Walleye Destinations

Karl of Extreme Angler recommends must do walleye lakes in Ontario.

How To Stay Really Warm This Winter: The Second Edition

Must-wear items for staying warm—so you can enjoy your day on the ice!

Eating Northern Pike

The Best Recipe to Cook This Fish

The Tigers of Sunset Country

The most picturesque of all freshwater fish.

Top 5 Musky Destinations in Ontario

The Musky Hunter shows you where to land the best musky in Ontario waters.

World Class Fishing on the Niagara River

There's always something to target in "Ontario's Grand Canyon"

Ten Mile Lake Lodge

Enjoy Northern hospitality fishing for splake, brook trout and lake trout

Hawk Lake Lodge

Drive-in fishing with giant fish results

Do-It-Yourself Fly-In Fishing

Fly into one of nine outpost camps on nine lakes with Lauzon Aviation

Ontario’s Top 5 Ice-Out Species

Here’s where you head to kick off your open water season with a bang.

The Legendary Brook Trout of the Albany

Experience a once in a lifetime remote fishing adventure.

Top 8 Places to Ice Fish in Ontario

Ice fishing in Ontario offers diverse catches in serene winter settings.

Nipigon Brook Trout

Experience some high caliber trout fishing in Northwestern Ontario.

Reaching Deep For Walleye

Fishing for big Walleye in Ontario's Bay of Quinte.

Chiblow Lake Smallmouth Adventures

The Extreme Angler visits Algoma Country.

10 Facts About Lake of the Woods

10 facts amazing about this massive Northwest Ontario Lake!

5 Places to Shore Fish

Fish’n Canada shows you where to go shore fishing in Ontario.

Predicting Lake Thickness

When Will Ontario Lakes Freeze Over This Winter?

Hidden Musky Gems

The Musky Hunter shares 3 favourite musky hot spots across Ontario.