Ontario Walleye Fishing
Walleye are without a doubt the most popular game fish in Ontario. More anglers prefer catching Walleye in both the summer and winter than any other species. Ontario has a lot of walleye and they can be found in large and small lakes and rivers throughout the province. The meat is excellent and the highlight of any walleye trip is enjoying a famous shore lunch.
Strong fighters, walleyes stay deep and wage a determined battle. In most northern waters the walleye feeds most actively at sunrise and sunset and night fishing can be very productive. The larger, mature fish will come into shallow rock shoals and around islands to feed and many trophys have been taken still or drift fishing. Populations thrive in large, windswept natural lakes of moderate to low clarity. Walleyes prefer clean hard bottoms and water temperature from 65 to 75 degrees. Walleye will respond to a wide range of natural and artificial bait with live minnows and weighted jigs being the favourite both winter and summer. Canadian Record: 22 lbs. 4 ounces.
For your convenience we have grouped Walleye outfitters by region.
If you wish to explore Ontario "camp and fish" or "charter fishing" options click the links.
