"Kashwakamak Lake gets a thumbs up for its excellent walleye and smallmouth bass fishing. The fishing reaches its best in mid-June and mid-October. A widening of the Mississippi River, the 15-km long, narrow lake contains a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, pike, rock bass, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. Its islands and shallow bays provide good habitat for pike and largemouth bass. Smallmouth in the range of 2-5 lbs. are common too. Try fishing the weed beds using a jighead. Kashwakamak is comprised of distinct sections: The north-eastern and northwestern sections are shallower and do not stratify (water temperatures durin the summer are similar from surface to bottom). On the other hand, in the southern part of the lake where it is much deeper, temperatures can vary by 31F (18C). LAKE ACCESS Located in North Frontenac Township east of Cloyne and southeast of Bon Echo Provincial Park, start by taking Q.E. Way in order to reach Kashawakamak Lake. Turn onto Highway 427 and then again onto the 401 East. Continue on this highway until reaching Napanee. Then turn north on Highway 41. The lake is part of the Mississippi River canoe route, with portage access to neighbouring Marble, Mississagagon and Mazinaw lakes. There are around 20 wilderness campsites available along the north shore and on the islands. There are three boat launches on the lake, all accessible from Highway 41. "

Map of The Day: July 6, 2016

Kashwakamak Lake gets a thumbs up for its excellent walleye and smallmouth bass fishing. The fishing reaches its best in mid-June and mid-October. A widening of the Mississippi River, the 15-km long, narrow lake contains a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, pike, rock bass, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. Its islands and shallow bays provide good habitat for pike and largemouth bass. Smallmouth in the range of 2-5 lbs. are common too. Try fishing the weed beds using a jighead. Kashwakamak is comprised of distinct sections: The north-eastern and northwestern sections are shallower and do not stratify (water temperatures during the summer are similar from surface to bottom). On the other hand, in the southern part of the lake where it is much deeper, temperatures can vary by 31F (18C). LAKE ACCESS Located in North Frontenac Township east of Cloyne and southeast of Bon Echo Provincial Park, start by taking Q.E. Way in order to reach Kashawakamak Lake. Turn onto Highway 427 and then again onto the 401 East. Continue on this highway until reaching Napanee. Then turn north on Highway 41. The lake is part of the Mississippi River canoe route, with portage access to neighbouring Marble, Mississagagon and Mazinaw lakes. There are around 20 wilderness campsites available along the north shore and on the islands. There are three boat launches on the lake, all accessible from Highway 41.

Basic gravel ramp with turn-around loop

Basic gravel ramp

Basic ramp with ample parking.

Average depth in this end of the lake is less then 12 ft.

Locally known as Kash Lake, this is a very poplar desination in the frontinacs for cottagers and boates. there are two lodges on the lake. Boat traffic can impact fish activity on this narrow lake.

Can prove to be a High persentage sport for trolling in water less then 20ft deep .

Shallow area with no real potential for holding fish during the hottest part of summer.