Spring, summer or fall, the French River offers fishing for all levels of anglers. The varied river currents, depths and river bottoms create ideal conditions for many Ontario fish species. This is why fishermen find fishing The French River so exciting. You just never know when you might hook into a trophy fish. No matter what style of fishing you prefer, live bait, lures, spinners, or fly fishing, there’s a fish out there for you.
Call 1 800 488 4964 or email info@wolseleylodge.com for more details, available dates and pricing.
Muskellunge or Muskie (Esox masquinongy)
Walleye or Pickerel (Sander vitreus)
Bowfin or Dogfish (Amia calva)
Smallmouth Bass (Micropterus dolomieu)
Largemouth Bass (Micropterus salmoides)
White Bass or Silver Bass (Morone chrysops)
Lake Sturgeon (Acipenser fulvescens)
Channel Catfish Ictalurus punctatus)
Common Carp (Cyprinus Carpio)
Black Crappie (Pomoxis nigromaculatus)
Yellow Perch (Perca flavescens)
Cisco or Lake Herring (Coregonus artedi)
The McLaughlin Family (and gang) have been coming to Wolseley Lodge annually since 1994. Yes, 32 years this year! When a “big one” was caught in 2005 the annual quest switched to target Musky and their trip now starts on the Musky Opener each year. Please enjoy Dave’s presentation below which includes many amazing photos captured over the years.
Thanks for this amazing tribute to what Wolseley Bay and the French River have to offer Dave!
Wolseley Bay and the French River shoreline includes National Parks and Crown Land.
Image source: MNR Ontario
Basics
- Wolseley Lodge and the French River fall within Zone 11 and exceptions apply (National Park, Crown Land)
- Download the MNR – Zone 11 information Here.
This is the correct Zone for Wolseley Lodge and the French River System adjacent to our Cottages. - Please carry your Fishing license, Outdoors Card and Boat documents (if applicable) on you when fishing.
Please familiarize yourself with your Fishing license type limits and expiration date. - Locate the zone and exceptions in the Fishing Guide for the body of water you wish to fish, make sure that you will be fishing in season. Use the correct bait and tackle.
- Check that fish slot limits are valid (ie not replaced by newer local limits that may be posted by the MNR at boat launches, marinas etc.)
- Measure, to verify if it can be kept or should be released.
- Stay within the species allowance as specified by your fishing license (S) Sport, (C) Conservation
- Transport your fish in accordance with MNR guidelines
Ministry of Natural Resources – Fish Ontario Regulations. (page 66 onwards – Zone 11)
Fishing
Wolseley River and Bay
ZONE 11
Ontario
Zone 11 plus exceptions
Licenses for fishing can be purchased on-line
The big fish are out there. Here´s just one of them.
Thanks to the guests at Wolseley Lodge for your fishing videos. The French River features quiet bays and rapids, it’s a great habitat for Ontario sports fish. Here at Wolseley Lodge we welcome fishermen, single anglers, small groups and large parties. We know that you want to be out in Wolseley Bay and on the French River as soon as the mist starts to lift and the first rays of light begin to warm the waters calling the fish to feed.
We have dedicated slips, livebait, fish cleaning ang freezing facilities. With our local connections we get to hear where the trophy fish have been seen, which bait and lures are catching fish consistently this year and which is the best time to cast your line.
Available
- Hot Spots Fishing Map
- Boat Rental
- Live Bait
- Fishing Guide
- Fish cleaning hut use
- Fish freezing facility
Not Included
- Non Live Bait
- Fishing Tackle
- Depth Finder
- Electric Trolling Motor
- Fishing Guide
- Fishing Licence
- Alcohol
- Personal Items
- Towels
Fishing Tip
This page is a guide only
Please familiarise yourself with the current rules and regulations for
Zone 11 and any Exceptions. that may apply.
Remember to stay within your Fishing Licence type allowance and obey the Slot limits to safeguard fish populations.