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Northumberland County offers some of Ontario's best and diverse fly fishing with many waterways and public entry points.  

Fly Fishing in Northumberland County

The Ganaraska River

This is an ideal place to fly fish or watch this sport from the shore.

  • The Ganaraska River runs through the town of Port Hope and empties into Lake Ontario. 

  • Spring is ideal for large, beautiful steelheads (rainbow trout) and big brown trout.

  • It's well known for the spring run of steelhead.

  • Fall sees the annual run of salmon – any fly anglers dream. 

  • Carp fishing is also done here with fly rods.

  • Many conservation areas along the river have public access points.

The Trent River

The Trent River, part of the Trent-Severn Waterway, is a great river to fly fish for bass, as well as many other species of fish. 

  • The Trent River passes through Hastings, winds its way up to Trent River, then down to Healey Falls and Campbellford.

  • Serious anglers turn their attention to the outstanding smallmouth found here. 

  • Pike and gar pike are a great catch here on a fly rod. Fishing for carp here, and in other Northumberland rivers is superb, offering an exciting sportfishing challenge.

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  • If you're planning to stay in Northumberland overnight, check out our business directory for places to stay.
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  • Fish responsibly and have fun.

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