There is a small rock shoal around here. Not very big, but also not expected. It comes close enough to the boat for the prop to be able to kiss it. I have thought I'd seen it marked(rope and a white plastic bottle) in the past but it seems the marker moves off over time.

Ontario Bass Opening Day 2019 - Bank Fishing for Largemouth and Smallmouth https://youtu.be/5NFL-o9qts0

Separated from the larger, northern lobe of what was once one lake by construction of the Rideau Canal, picturesque Upper Rideau Lake marks the height of the watershed. The lake is known for its smallmouth and largemouth bass fishing, though lake trout, pike, yellow perch and walleye are also plentiful. Pan fish are also present, including crappie, pumpkinseed, bluegill and lots of rock bass. This lake’s underwater structure, featuring points, shoals and islands on the eastern end, are signs of good smallmouth fishing. For bass or pike, troll along the main shoreline or around the islands. The pike are mostly small to medium-sized. Angler’s Atlas member sturner has posted the locations of some hot spots, particularly in the shallower western and southern arms. LAKE ACCESS Upper Rideau Lake is located 60 km north of Kingston in the Country of Leeds and Grenville. Follow Highway 15 north to Portland. The town of Westport lies at the northern end and Newboro lies at its southern end. The lake is also accessible through the canal system from Lower Rideau Lake or Rideau River. The lake connects to Newboro Lake via a lock on the south side and to Big Rideau Lake via the lock at County Road 14 on the east side.

Rideau Canal Lock Station Entry.

the wait before the tournament...

the wait before the tournament begins.....

Boat Launch, 4x4 required

Public Launch, Free