shimano19 Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 Hello. I have been looking into ice fishing some back lakes in the Huntsville and Algonquin area. Mainly looking for trout species. I have done some looking around on google maps and found some lakes. How do you guys find info on these smaller lakes..like topographic maps, species and condition. I've looked on google for info in 5 different lakes and haven't come across any info on any if them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallacio Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 (edited) An interactive map with fish species and stocking if applicable. http://www.web2.mnr.gov.on.ca/fish_online/fishing/fishingExplorer_en.html You can also check stocking lists for the area: http://www.muskokawaterweb.ca/lake-data/mnr-data/fish-stocking http://www.hhoa.on.ca/fish-stocking.html Edited November 15, 2013 by wallacio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAW Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 Ya. what he said^^ I look at the smallest lakes, with the highest stocking. If they are near a snowmobile trail - bonus! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopheraaron Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 They should all be on fish on line since to my knowledge all the year round lakes are stocked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris.brock Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 typically, the more difficult it is to access the lake, the better the fishing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4x4bassin Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 typically, the more difficult it is to access the lake, the better the fishing Agree 100% , do some research and get out there and explore for those hidden gems . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeytier Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 Get to know the area via the stocked easier access lakes and go from there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shimano19 Posted November 15, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 thanks guys! very helpful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 If they are near a snowmobile trail - bonus! Shame shame. Snow shoe in Nick. Lazy bugger you.LOL All the flipp.n I have done this year,snow shoe,n in,is going to be a breeze. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAW Posted November 16, 2013 Report Share Posted November 16, 2013 My bravo has a steel bumper on it! Great for smashing my way in to back lakes! But yes. You're right. Much more authentic feel when you stap on the snowshoes and hike in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted November 16, 2013 Report Share Posted November 16, 2013 An interactive map with fish species and stocking if applicable. http://www.web2.mnr.gov.on.ca/fish_online/fishing/fishingExplorer_en.html This.. this is amazing. I can't believe I didn't know about this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marko Posted November 16, 2013 Report Share Posted November 16, 2013 This.. this is amazing. I can't believe I didn't know about this. That was my exact expression when i first found out about the list last year on another board. With the backwood lakes...further away from the road the better. The good ones you usually cant drive to. Look for drop offs....rocks they can "suntan" on....trees in the water. Panther Martins tipped with worms or minnows are my go to baits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopheraaron Posted November 16, 2013 Report Share Posted November 16, 2013 That was my exact expression when i first found out about the list last year on another board. With the backwood lakes...further away from the road the better. The good ones you usually cant drive to. Look for drop offs....rocks they can "suntan" on....trees in the water. Panther Martins tipped with worms or minnows are my go to baits how do you ice fish with a spinner? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhickey Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 (edited) The best advice is be extremely cautious when exploring a back lake. Its not like fishing a big lake with huts and people every where. Things can and do go bad in a hart beat on a back lake.(trust me) You should know the lake or at least know someone that knows it. A underground spring /underwater currents or faulty equipment can spell disaster. Faster than you can say OHH CRAP. Good luck. Edited November 17, 2013 by saltydawg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeytier Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 Good call on the spring comment. Ive walked past open water in mid february after a week of -35's on some smaller lakes with heavy spring activity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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