When the sun goes down, the largest apex predators in Pigeon and Buckhorn lakes slide into the shallow weeds to hunt. Discover the thrill of nighttime musky fishing—from choosing high-visibility topwaters and giant blades to mastering key weedline transitions in total darkness.
When August surface temperatures peak across the Kawartha Lakes, trout and deep-water predators seek out thermal refuge. Here is your ultimate guide to locating thermoclines, using your electronics effectively, and dropping vertical presentations to secure your next trophy.
Escape the big water boat traffic and unlock incredible, untouched fishing. Here is how to rig your kayak and map out the hidden creek and river tributaries feeding the Kawarthas for giant, unpressured bass and heavy crappies.
To a casual observer, weeds are just a nuisance. To an expert Kawartha angler, weeds are a detailed roadmap to finding fish. Learn how to visually differentiate between cabbage, milfoil, and coontail, and discover which species hide in each type.
The historic dams along the Trent-Severn Waterway hold massive amounts of baitfish and predators, but fishing them requires strict adherence to safety and conservation laws. Discover the “23-metre rule” and learn how to safely fish moving water in the Kawarthas this summer.
Don’t have a boat? No problem. Here are the top public docks, lock systems, and bank access points to catch fish from shore across the Kawarthas.
Want non-stop fishing action on the Scugog River? Break down the best structural hotspots, river tactics, and top lures to target aggressive summer rock bass.