Lake Description: |
Crotch Lake, in the Land
O' Lakes region of Eastern Ontario, is a huge lake with numerous
areas of structure that equate to excellent walleye, northern
pike and smallmouth bass fishing. Surrounded by Crown Land and
narry a cottage to be seen on it, fishing on this lake is just
like fishing on a private lake. There is not a lot of boat
traffic, and there is always another cove or bay to hide in if
you don't like sharing your fishing space. |
Species: |
For starters, there really isn't
a lot of largemouth habitat, and what little there is, is high
and dry several times a year due to fluctuating water levels
- thanks to Ontario Hydro.
But these
fluctuating water levels also set the stage for prime walleye
fishing. And there is that
on this lake. When the water level is rising or falling, look
out for currents in the narrow parts of the lake. |
Getting
There: |
From Ottawa
take the Queensway west to Hwy 7 and follow it all the way to
Hwy 509 (just after Silver Lake, just before Sharbot Lake). Head north on 509 for about
10 kms to Clarendon Station. Turn left (west) onto Ardoch
Rd which becomes Clarendon Rd. About 10 kms from Clarendon
Station you'll hit the bottom of Crotch Lake and keep your
eyes open for the public boat launch. You can also launch
at the marina at Tumblehome Lodge for a small fee. |
The colours indicate
where you will likely find fish, or bump into hard immovable
objects. |
Visitor
Tips: |
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