Sturgeon Lake is another one of the Kawartha Lakes located just north of Peterborough. These lakes are excellent for fishing, combining great catch rates and easy access. Justin Brown, local angler, says that Sturgeon Lake has always been one of his favourites. Apart from the great variety of fish species, “the type of vegetation that grows in this lake is so vast that with every cast you could be catching a trophy fish.” Sturgeon Lake is known for its bass fishing, particularly in the channels between lakes. In Sturgeon Lake itself, muskie and walleye are more abundant. “Make sure you take your time navigating this lake. Be sure to follow the buoys because the very nice structure for the fish is not so nice for your boat’s motor. The lake has a lot of very good-looking vegetation and structure. This can make finding them difficult but don’t get discouraged quickly and don’t get hung up on a good looking spot. There’s tonnes of water to cover. “Be sure to bring a good assortment of lures, especially top water lures for bass or muskie. The thrill of having a fish blow up through the weeds is incomparable. The classic top waters seem to produce very well, such as Hula Popper, Knocker Spook, and a must is a top water frog of any sort. Weedless hooks are also your best friend. For walleye I like to use hair jigs but any vertical jigs worked just off bottom will work.” LAKE ACCESS From Peterborough take Highway 18 north to the Trans Canada. Turn left (west) and follow to Highway 10. Turn right (north) to continue on Highway 10, then left (west) on Highway 14, and right (north) on Highway 7. There is a boat launch on the southeastern side of the lake, just off of Snug Harbour Rd. Sturgeon Lake Marina is located further up the lake on the eastern shore, in Kennedy Bay.

One of the best days of my life! I was the boat driver with my nephew and son. Caught the biggest fish I’ve ever caught - a 46” Muskie. My son still teases me about the anxious sound effects I made while reeling it in. We all jumped up and down in the boat when it was finally netted and I insisted it be “put in the bottom of the boat-NOW!”, cuz I was afraid it would flip itself out of the bow. No pic means it’s not caught! “Team Ragtag” ruled that day. And Mr. Muskie made a safe and healthy return back to his home.

Muskie confirmed here.

Free boat launch with decent parking and concrete pad

19lb carp, live release....

19lb carp, live release.

19lb carp...

19lb carp

Smallmouth on a Rapala perch colour.