Mattagami River

Mattagami River is a river flowing through Ontario, Canada. River fishing rewards anglers who learn to read current — fish hold in the seams between fast and slow water, behind rocks and submerged logs, and at the heads and tails of pools. At Mattagami River, working a lure or fly down-and-across the current usually outperforms casting straight upstream. Higher water concentrates fish; clear, low water makes them spookier.

Location

49.3611, -81.6272 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Northern pikeWalleyeSmallmouth bassLake sturgeonRock bassYellow perch

Fishing Techniques

• For Northern pike

  Vary your retrieval speed and add pauses to entice strikes, especially in colder water.

• For Walleye

  Focus your efforts around dawn and dusk, as walleye are typically more active during these low-light periods; use a slow, deliberate retrieve, as walleye often prefer a subtle presentation.

• For Smallmouth bass

  Focus your fishing efforts around rocky structures, ledges, and areas with current, as smallmouth bass prefer these habitats.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Mattagami River.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Mattagami River should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Ontario before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Mattagami River.

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