Ottawa River / Rivière des Outaouais

Running through Québec, Canada, Ottawa River / Rivière des Outaouais is the kind of river that fishes well at the right water level. Drop a lure or fly into the bubble line at the head of a pool and let the current swing it past holding fish. Long, slow glides at Ottawa River / Rivière des Outaouais hold the bigger fish; the broken water above and below holds the smaller, more aggressive ones. Stay quiet on the bank — river fish are easily spooked.

Location

45.5669, -74.3820 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Northern pikeSmallmouth bassWalleyeMuskellungeChannel catfishLargemouth bass

Fishing Techniques

• For Northern pike

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

• For Smallmouth bass

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

• 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.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Ottawa River / Rivière des Outaouais.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Ottawa River / Rivière des Outaouais, make sure your licence covers Québec, Canada and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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