Dog Lake is another popular lake that boasts not only great fishing, but also canoeing, hiking and other exceptional outdoor opportunities. Dog Lake is known for its walleye fishing. There are many parts of the lake that drop off quite quickly, and also many shallow areas that offer walleye rich habitat year round. Walleye will take advantage of all of this. In the spring, they can be found in the shallow areas. They will be feeding heavily, and are more likely to take your bait because they’re hungry. In the deep heat of summer, however, they will head for cooler water with the bait fish. The depth of the lake also appeals to the walleye preference for dark. They tend to avoid the light, and will usually be less active on bright, calm days. Kevin Green, from Romppais Outdoors in Thunder Bay, says that the fishing can also be good for pike, bass and whitefish. Lake Access From Thunder Bay, turn right onto Silver Falls Rd off Highway 102. At roughly 15 km down the road there is a nice beach area at Little Dog Lake (look left). Just past Little Dog Lake, turn left towards the power generating station to find the access point for the Silver Falls hiking trail. Even though the park is non-operating, the trail is maintained by the Thunder Bay Hiking Association. The trail leads to Dog Falls, Finally, if you continue down Silver Falls road past the generating station (stay right), Silver Falls Rd turns into Shields Rd. Continue down Shields Rd until the next fork (go left) and continue until you reach the Silver Falls campground area on Dog Lake. Kevin Green, says that there are several boat launches around the lake. Stop by Romppais Outdoors to get more information.

Public Launch no camping