Quebec Fishing Guide

Lake Memphremagog - (Click To See Map)

Lake Memphremagog, an international lake located in Canada and the United States, 70 miles east of Montreal, straddles the U.S. border. This international water is the crown jewel of the Northeast Kingdom. Although most of the 25-mile long lake is in Quebec, 5,966 acres extend into Vermont, making it second to only Lake Champlain as the largest water body in the state. “Magog” as it is locally called, is a tremendous two tier fishery. It has an excellent smallmouth bass fishery, and its shallow bays support largemouth bass as well. With an over abundance of baitfish, namely Smelt, its no wonder why so many bass congregate on the numerous offshore shoals that inhabit the lake. With the baitfish constantly moving, the shoals provide an ambush area that brings the bait to them. Little energy is exerted on the part of the bass, until fooled by a topwater lure by the angler.

Throughout the season this lake yields excellent catches of football like bronze beauties that will test the angling skills of even the most experienced.

Mississquoi Bay (lake Champlain)

Located at the northern end of Lake Champlain, this lake-like bay has over 5 square miles of fishable water before it reaches the U.S.border into Vermont. Both smallmouth & largemouth thrive in this shallow, stained environment & can be caught on a variety of lures & techniques. Northern Pike over 15 pounds are occasionally taken as well with the average range between 5 & 10 pounds most common. With a maximum depth of 15 feet, catching mixed bags of these fish is a daily occurrence. By having plenty of cover such as; weeds, rockpiles & docks, these fish remain shallow throughout the year making them relatively simple to catch!

Lake St. Louis - (Click To See Map) Located approximately 15 minutes from Montreal, Lake St-Louis hosts a variety of fish species. Smallmouth, and Largemouth Bass are plentiful, with Northern Pike there to intercept your offerings as well. Whether fishing rocks or weeds, these aggressive fish will test your angling skills to the max.

Lake of Two Mountains - (Click To See Map) Beginning at the Carillon Dam, Lake of Two Mountains flows South East approximately 28 miles where it links up with Lake St-Louis, and approximately 5 miles eastward to two other rivers (Mille Isles & Des Prarie). Many different structure features make this lake a challenge to fish. With the majority of the water less than 15 feet, shallow rocks and weeds concentrate both bass species. Hidden underwater humps and shoals in deeper water lend introduction to “Deep Water Jigging” techniques.

Ottawa River - (Click To See Map) From our nation’s capital (Ottawa) this river runs over 75 miles South East, bending and turning frequently, until it links up to Lake of Two Mountains, at the Carillon Dam. Well known for its healthy Largemouth Bass population, this river hosts many Bass Tournaments each season. Traditional shallower cover such as; pads, stumps, trees and cattails, make this a flippin’ & pitchin’ paradise. Bass of eight to ten pounds have been seen, with the norm being three to five pounds. Healthy populations of Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike and Musky are also abundant within this phenomenal river system.

Lake St. Francis - (Click To See Map)

Beginning in the Thousand Islands region off Lake Ontario, Lake St-Francis, a Seaway Route, travels well over one hundred miles through cities and Locks until it arrives in the Valleyfield, Beauharnois region of Lake St-Francis. Approximately 30 minutes from Montreal, this stretch of the lake yields excellent bass fishing for both species.

From deep to shallow you can enjoy great success working rock structures or weed clumps. Go toe to toe with giant Smallmouth on light line, or huge Bucket Mouths on heavy tackle.

St. Lawrence River - (Click To See Map)