Walleye
Fishing enthusiasts will find that the walleye exhibits the biggest challenges, and it is one of the main attractions in Lake Nosbonsing. The peak action usually hits after the opener in May, but for those who are experienced in catching this dynamic fish, it can continue throughout the summer. Some popular techniques include drift fishing with live bait, Kwikfish and trolling Rapalas.
Muskie
Muskie is a big challenge for visiting anglers as they are the largest fish found in Lake Nosbonsing. The Ministry of Natural resources have stipulated that muskie measured at less than 48 inches cannot be kept. This is to preserve fish stocks for future generations and ensure a larger muskie will always be found in the waters of Nosbonsing. It is thought that muskie weighing more than 50 pounds have been pulled out of the lake!
Click on these links for Musky fishing tips on Lake Nosbonsing from the Musky Hunter, Jim Saric: Musky Hunter TV Season 12 or Big Moose Muskies
Northern Pike
Fishing for pike is gaining popularity on this lake. Smaller pike can be found readily in the spring, however, pike as large as 38 inches are found every year by the most skilled anglers and often win the annual pike tournaments hosted by the Nosbonsing Anglers & Hunters, usually the first Sunday in June and third Sunday in August or the North Bay Bassmasters, usually in May.
Bass
Nosbonsing is also home to bass, with the largemouth and smallmouth species found in good numbers. Smallmouth can be caught in most areas of the lake, however, the best chance of catching largemouth will present itself in Railway Bay, located on the north shore. The North Bay Bassmasters host an annual bass tournament on Lake Nosbonsing.
Click on these links below for ice fishing information or a map of Lake Nosbonsing.
Visited by: Musky Canada, Bass Pro Pro Fisherman Matt
Ice Fishing | Lake Nosbonsing Map
Fishing Regulations and Tips
Fishing Tips for Kids | Keep Canada Fishing | Ontario Fishing Regulations
Lake Nosbonsing is located in Zone 11 and open year round. And there are no exceptions to Zone 11 regulations for this lake. Please refer to Zone 11 fishing season and limits by clicking on this link: Zone 11 Fishing Regulations
Click on this link to renew your fishing licence: Fishing Licence Renewal Online
Note: No fishing licence required for:
- Canadian residents on February Family Day Long Weekend (Saturday to Monday, 3rd Monday in February), Mother’s Day weekend ( Saturday & Sunday, 2nd Sunday in May), Father’s Day weekend (Saturday & Sunday, 3rd Sunday in June) and the 1st week in July (Saturday to Sunday). 2020 dates: February 15-17, May 9-10, June 20-21 and July 4-12
- All veterans and active Canadian Armed Forces members residing in Ontario can enjoy free recreational fishing.
- Canadian residents under 18 years old or 65 years and older
- If you have a disability that requires the direct assistance of another person to fish and to follow applicable laws
