Fishing

Enjoy a day of fishing at one of our Conservation Areas!

All Ontario residents between the ages of 18 and 65 must have a fishing license to fish in Ontario waters by law. One exception to this rule is license–free fishing periods during Ontario Family Fishing Events.

Visit the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry for details on how and where to buy a fishing license.

Before fishing, you should become familiar with the provincial fishing regulations. Regulations define fishing seasons, catch limits of fish species and other matters. Refer to the Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary from the Ministry of Natural Resources for more information.

The Otonabee Region watershed is within Fisheries Management Zone 17.

Beavermead Campground

Located between Meade Creek and Little Lake, Beavermead Campground is a great place to fish in the heart of the City of Peterborough.

Canoe and kayak rentals are available on-site. Visitors are welcome to bring their own and use our boat launch.

Campers can launch their canoe or kayak from the campground into Meade Creek. A boat launch is also located at Beavermead Park near the public parking area.

Selwyn Beach Conservation Area

Cast a line from the shoreline of Selwyn Beach Conservation Area into the water of Chemong Lake. Catch various fish including perch, sunfish, and smallmouth bass right from shore.

Boat launching and docking facilities at Selwyn Beach Conservation Area provide access to Chemong Lake, on the Kawartha Lakes and Trent Severn Waterway. There is no charge to launch your boat or to use the boat dock. Motorized boats are not permitted within the beach area.

Warsaw Caves Conservation Area

Drop a fishing line in at the canoe launch dock or paddle down the Indian River at Warsaw Caves Conservation Area. The river's character varies as it flows downstream toward the village of Warsaw. There are a variety of fish in the river including perch, sunfish, and smallmouth bass.

Canoe and kayak rentals are available on-site. Visitors are welcome to bring their own and use our boat launch.

A boat launch is available for non-motorized watercraft only.

River flows and your safety

Water control structures (dams, weirs) control river flow throughout the Otonabee Region watershed. River flow can change throughout the seasons along the rivers and streams. As flows increase, the waterways can become dangerous. Anglers must be aware of Otonabee Conservation water control structures before fishing. Review marine safety measures before going out on the water.

Water control structures (dams, weirs) control river flow throughout the Otonabee Region watershed. River flow can change throughout the seasons along the rivers and streams. As flows increase, the waterways can become dangerous. Anglers must be aware of Otonabee Conservation water control structures before fishing.

Contact Us

250 Milroy Drive
Peterborough, ON K9H 7M9
Voice: 705-745-5791
Fax: 705-745-7488
Email: otonabeeca@otonabeeconservation.com

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