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Lake Biographies
Lake
Champlain
Located in the northwestern corner of Vermont, Lake Champlain is a large
body of water that straddles both the New York and Canadian borders.
Some consider Lake Champlain the sixth Great Lake. At 107 miles long, 14
miles wide and 405 feet deep, it surely meets the distinction stretching
from Missisquoi Bay, or the Richelieu River in Quebec, all the way to
Whitehall, New York, just a short drive from Glens Falls on the Hudson
River.
Both
Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass aggressively attack top water lures and
bottom bounced jigs and worms, in the Northern regions of the lake, bay,
and river.
Lake Memphremagog, an international lake
located in Canada and the United States, 70 miles east of Montreal,
straddles the U.S. border. This international water is the crown jewel
of the Northeast Kingdom. Although most of the 25-mile long lake is in
Quebec, 5,966 acres extend into Vermont, making it second to only Lake
Champlain as the largest water body in the state. “Magog” as it is
locally called, is a tremendous two tier fishery. It has an excellent
smallmouth bass fishery, and its shallow bays support largemouth bass as
well. With an over abundance of baitfish, namely Smelt, its no wonder
why so many bass congregate on the numerous offshore shoals that inhabit
the lake. With the baitfish constantly moving, the shoals provide an
ambush area that brings the bait to them. Little energy is exerted on
the part of the bass, until fooled by a topwater lure by the angler.
Early
and late in the season yield excellent catches of football like bronze
beauties that will test the angling skills of even the most experienced.
Lake
St-Louis
Located approximately 15 minutes from
Montreal, Lake St-Louis hosts a variety of fish species. Smallmouth, and
Largemouth Bass are plentiful, with Northern Pike there to intercept
your offerings as well. Weather fishing rocks or weeds, these aggressive
fish will test your angling skills to the max.
Lake of Two Mountains
Beginning at the Carillon Dam, Lake of Two
Mountains flows South East approximately 28 miles where it links up with
Lake St-Louis, and approximately 5 miles eastward to two other rivers
(Mille Isles & Des Prarie). Many different structure features make
this lake a challenge to fish. With the majority of the water less than
15 feet, shallow rocks and weeds concentrate both bass species. Hidden
underwater humps and shoals in deeper water lend introduction to “Deep
Water Jigging” techniques.
Ottawa River
From our nation’s capital (Ottawa) this
river runs over 75 miles South East, bending and turning frequently,
until it links up to Lake of Two Mountains, at the Carillon Dam. Well
known for its healthy Largemouth Bass population, this river hosts many
Bass Tournaments each season. Traditional shallower cover such as; pads,
stumps, trees and cattails, make this a flippin’ &
pitchin’ paradise. Bass of eight to ten pounds have been seen,
with the norm being three to five pounds. Healthy populations of
Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike and Musky are also abundant within this
phenomenal river system.
Lake
St-Francis
Beginning in the Thousand Islands region
off Lake Ontario, Lake St-Francis, a Seaway Route, travels well over one
hundred miles through cities and Locks until it arrives in the
Valleyfield, Beauharnois region of Lake St-Francis. Approximately 30
minutes from Montreal, this stretch of the lake yields excellent bass
fishing for both species. From deep to shallow you can enjoy great
success working rock structures or weed clumps. Go toe to toe with giant
Smallmouth on light line, or huge Bucket Mouths on heavy tackle.
St-Lawrence
River
From the Beauharnois locks of Lake St-Francis, this river system travels
through Lake St-Louis and the Seaway, eventually coming to one of the
best fishing locations of all. Within minutes from Montreal, a
spectacular view will be seen of the city as you battle scrappy
smallmouth in the current of the St-Lawrence River. If you thought these
bronze beauties fought before, wait until you feel the power they
produce in fast water. Hundred fish days are common as the season enters
the fall months of October and November. Catch Smallmouth Bass in size
as well as numbers before the winter confines you to the comfort of your
home, anticipating the arrival of yet another fishing season.
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