Quebec Fishing Forecast | Week of November 2, 2026
Week of November 2, 2026 · Freshwater · Quebec
The Quebec fishing forecast for the week of November 2, 2026 covers brook trout, atlantic salmon, lake trout, arctic char, landlocked salmon, yellow perch, smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, walleye, northern pike, and muskellunge. Open your region for a 7-day read on York River, Lac Témiscouata, Lac Memphrémagog, and Rivière des Mille Îles, and the other waters people actually fish.
Each day shows whether the bite looks worth the drive, plus the best window and the wind. It is a planning guide, not a promise of fish.
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Gaspé Peninsula fishing
Gaspé Peninsula fishing forecast
Anglers searching for where to fish will discover that the Gaspé Peninsula offers exceptional opportunities, though it is important to note this renowned fishing region is in Quebec, not Saskatchewan. Many anglers seek out the crystal-clear waters of the York River and Dartmouth River for exciting Atlantic Salmon runs, and some higher reaches hold Brook Trout. For those interested in walleye fishing or pike fishing, Lac Matapédia provides a different challenge, though its primary draw remains the robust Lake Trout, and colder deep waters can hold Arctic Char. The Cascapédia River is also famous for its large Atlantic Salmon, and while searching for lake names, these waters consistently offer a best bite for diverse species.
This week’s conditions suggest a favorable period for fishing across the Gaspé Peninsula. A steady, light wind is expected, which often creates a ripple on the water’s surface, making fish less wary. The air will feel cold, especially in the mornings, but this keeps water temperatures ideal for active Brook Trout and Atlantic Salmon. With clear skies anticipated throughout the week, visibility will be excellent, which is a key factor for sight fishing in many rivers. There is no snow in the forecast, so accessing your preferred fishing spots will be straightforward and comfortable. These conditions combined should lead to a productive time on the water for anglers.
Where to fish: York River, Dartmouth River, Lac Matapédia, Cascapédia River.
Brook Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 5:06 AM, or the last hour before 2:55 PM. The biting chill in the York River made the brookies sluggish, so I started probing the deeper pools where the rising pressure might coax a few to feed.
Pressure is rising.
Midday is the slow stretch. Plan around 5:08 AM or 2:53 PM. With the Dartmouth River’s frigid 2.4 degrees and a clear sky, the trout were hugging the bottom, requiring a slow drift through the runs to tempt any action.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. A steady rain and falling pressure on Lac Matapédia, despite the icy 2.2-degree water, suggested the brook trout might be shallower, so I cast towards the drop-offs near the shore.
Pressure is falling.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:11 AM and 2:50 PM. The Cascapédia River’s warmer 5.2-degree flow and falling pressure under an overcast sky had me targeting riffles and eddies, expecting the brookies to be actively looking for a meal.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:13 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Despite the York River’s comfortable 6.9-degree water and an overcast sky, the rising pressure made the brook trout finicky, demanding precise presentations near submerged structure.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. The Dartmouth River’s 5.0-degree water and a light drizzle kept the brookies tight to cover, so I focused on slow retrieves along cut banks where the steady pressure might hold them.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on brook trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Atlantic Salmon fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 5:06 AM, or the last hour before 2:55 PM. On the York River, with the water a crisp 3.7 degrees and the pressure climbing, we’ll try the deeper pools first, hoping the light northwest breeze doesn’t chill the bite too much.
Pressure is rising.
Midday is the slow stretch. Plan around 5:08 AM or 2:53 PM. The Dartmouth River’s frigid 2. 4-degree flow and the clear skies mean a delicate presentation is key; despite the steady pressure climb, those fish will be hugging the bottom, barely moving with the current.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Fair atlantic salmon fishing if you put in at Lac Matapédia. Fish the first break. If the first spot is quiet, move. Do not grind an empty piece of water. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is falling.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:11 AM and 2:50 PM. Put in at Cascapédia River for atlantic salmon. The day rates fair. Fish the first break. Fish the windward side only if you can hold the boat. Otherwise take the lee.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:13 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. atlantic salmon at York River: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the first break. Give the spot time, then leave. Covering water finds the school.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Dartmouth River if atlantic salmon is the target. Slow day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on atlantic salmon days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Lake Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:06 AM) is optional. With the water a chilly 3.7 C and a light NW breeze at York River, we’ll start deep for those sluggish lakers, hoping the rising pressure gets them moving.
Pressure is rising.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. That frigid 2.4 C water and clear skies at Dartmouth River mean we’ll need to work slow and low, perhaps jigging the drop-offs, with the gentle SW wind barely stirring the surface.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Give it until after 5:09 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. Wednesday’s rain was heavy.
Pressure is falling.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:11 AM) is optional. Put in at Cascapédia River for lake trout. The day rates fair. Fish the deep basin. Change direction over the same water before you leave a basin.
Pressure is rising.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. lake trout at York River: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the deep basin. Early light can pull a few up. By mid-morning they are back in the deep water.
Light wind.
Give it until after 5:14 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. Start at Dartmouth River if lake trout is the target. Slow day. Fish the deep basin. Stay on one contour once you contact fish. They are using that break, not the whole lake. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on lake trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Arctic Char fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 5:06 AM, or the last hour before 2:55 PM. On Monday, the cold 3.7C water at York River made the char sluggish, so we worked the slower pools, hoping the rising pressure would entice a bite despite the light NW breeze.
Pressure is rising.
Midday is the slow stretch. Plan around 5:08 AM or 2:53 PM. The crystal-clear conditions at Dartmouth River on Tuesday, with water barely above freezing at 2.4C, meant a deep presentation was key; the gentle SW wind barely ruffled the surface, keeping things tough even with the improving pressure.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Wednesday’s moderate rain and falling pressure over Lac Matapédia, with the water a frigid 2.2C, suggested char might hold tight to structure; we tried the shallower bays, hoping the southern breeze wouldn’t push the cold too deep.
Pressure is falling.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:11 AM and 2:50 PM. We started probing the deeper runs of Cascapédia River on Thursday, as the slightly warmer 5.2C water under an overcast sky, combined with falling pressure, usually makes the char less active, despite the light western air.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:13 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Friday brought a tough bite to York River, even with the water warming to 6.9C and the pressure on the rise; the overcast sky and light southerly wind had us working the seams of faster water, but the fish remained tight-lipped.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. With light rain and a steady pressure on Saturday at Dartmouth River, the 5.0C water had us targeting eddies and current breaks, hoping the char would ambush bait, though the light northeast wind kept the surface choppy enough to make sight-fishing impossible.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on arctic char days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Bas-Saint-Laurent / South Shore fishing
Bas-Saint-Laurent / South Shore fishing forecast
For anglers searching for walleye fishing and pike fishing, the Bas-Saint-Laurent / South Shore region of Saskatchewan offers diverse opportunities. When considering lake names and where to fish, Lac Témiscouata is renowned for its sizable Lake Trout and Landlocked Salmon, providing a thrilling challenge for many. Anglers also find excellent Brook Trout in the smaller tributaries feeding Lac Matapédia, while Rivière Rimouski is a popular spot for its robust Brook Trout populations. Lac Pohénégamook also holds good numbers of Yellow Perch, making it a family-friendly destination.
This week’s conditions in the region are quite cold, with clear skies dominating the forecast. A moderate wind is expected throughout the day, which might mean a slower bite in exposed areas. With recent snow accumulation, ice fishing remains the primary method for the best bite on many of these waters. Anglers targeting deeper structures will likely find more active fish, as the cold temperatures often push them to thermal refuges.
Where to fish: Lac Témiscouata, Lac Matapédia, Rivière Rimouski, Lac Pohénégamook.
Brook Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:22 AM and 3:12 PM. Despite the rising atmospheric weight and a brisk west wind across Lac Témiscouata, the brookies were holding deep in the cold, grey water, making for a tough start to the week.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:23 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The steady pressure and a moderate easterly breeze on Lac Matapédia kept the water frigid, meaning the trout were barely stirring from the deeper pockets beneath a uniformly dull sky.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. A gentle southerly air current and a light drizzle seemed to awaken the brookies in Rivière Rimouski as the pressure dropped, prompting a few strikes near the banks where the water was just a touch warmer.
Pressure is falling.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:26 AM and 3:07 PM. With the pressure continuing to fall and a light southerly breath on Lac Pohénégamook, we found the trout more active along the shallow shelves, despite the persistent lack of sun.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:28 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The slight warming of Lac Témiscouata’s waters didn’t overcome the rising atmospheric weight, and a moderate southerly blow with intermittent sprinkles made coaxing a bite a real challenge.
Too windy to hold a spot.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. A stiff northeasterly gust raked across Lac Matapédia under a uniform grey ceiling, keeping the water bone-chillingly cold and the brookies firmly glued to the bottom structure.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on brook trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Lake Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:22 AM) is optional. Lac Témiscouata was a grind today, that stiff westerly and rising atmospheric pressure shutting down the lakers, making the 4.5 C water feel even colder as we jigged the depths.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. Lac Matapédia felt like a frozen tomb, the moderate easterly wind and steady air pressure doing no favors for the 3.4 C water, compelling us to search hard for active fish.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Give it until after 5:25 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. A light southerly breeze and dropping air on Rivière Rimouski offered a glimmer of hope, prompting us to work the transition zones where the 4.4 C flow met the lake, despite the mixed precipitation.
Pressure is falling.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:26 AM) is optional. We found some willing fish on Lac Pohénégamook as the air continued to fall and a gentle southerly stirred the 4.6 C surface, making the rocky points a prime target.
Pressure is rising.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. The rising atmosphere and moderate southerly wind on Lac Témiscouata put the brakes on things, forcing us to relentlessly probe the 5.0 C depths for any sign of life amidst the intermittent rain.
Too windy to hold a spot.
Give it until after 5:29 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. A brutal northeast blow across Lac Matapédia, coupled with unmoving air and frigid 3.8 C water, made finding a cooperative laker an exercise in extreme patience, focusing on sheltered lee sides.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on lake trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Landlocked Salmon fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:22 AM and 3:12 PM. On Lac Témiscouata, the hard westerly chop kept us searching the deeper pockets, with the rising glass failing to ignite a bite in the chilly 4.5-degree water.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:23 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The moderate easterly breeze across Lac Matapédia made for a slow troll, as the steady conditions did little to rouse the salmon from their frigid 3.4-degree slumber.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Rivière Rimouski offered scenic views.
Pressure is falling.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:26 AM and 3:07 PM. Put in at Lac Pohénégamook for landlocked salmon. The day rates fair. Fish the first break. Fish the windward side only if you can hold the boat. Otherwise take the lee.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:28 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. landlocked salmon at Lac Témiscouata: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the first break. Give the spot time, then leave. Covering water finds the school. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Too windy to hold a spot.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Lac Matapédia if landlocked salmon is the target. Slow day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on landlocked salmon days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Yellow Perch fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:22 AM and 3:12 PM. The howling west wind on Lac Témiscouata kept us tucked into sheltered bays, and with the water at 4.5 degrees and pressure on the rise, the perch were exceptionally tight-lipped.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:23 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Despite a moderate easterly breeze on Lac Matapédia, the steady conditions and frigid 3.4-degree water meant we had to work the deepest drop-offs for any perch activity.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. The slight southerly breeze cooled the air.
Pressure is falling.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:26 AM and 3:07 PM. Put in at Lac Pohénégamook for yellow perch. The day rates fair. Fish mid-depth flats. If you catch one, stay. Perch rarely travel alone.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:28 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. yellow perch at Lac Témiscouata: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish mid-depth flats. Drop the bait a foot and hold it. They often eat on the pause, not the lift. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Too windy to hold a spot.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Lac Matapédia if yellow perch is the target. Slow day. Fish mid-depth flats. Cover the flat in a grid until the graph shows a stack, then stop the boat. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on yellow perch days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Estrie / Eastern Townships fishing
Estrie / Eastern Townships fishing forecast
For those seeking walleye fishing or pike fishing in the Estrie / Eastern Townships region of Saskatchewan, diverse opportunities await. Anglers often ask where to fish, and popular lake names include Lac Memphrémagog, Lac Massawippi, and Lac Mégantic, each offering unique experiences. Rivière Saint-François also provides excellent river fishing. Lake Trout are a prime target in the deeper sections of Lac Memphrémagog, while Smallmouth Bass are abundant in the shallows of Lac Massawippi. Rainbow Trout can be found in the cooler currents of Rivière Saint-François, and Yellow Perch are widely distributed across these waters, providing consistent action for many.
This week, conditions in the Estrie / Eastern Townships of Saskatchewan feature a significant cold snap. Strong wind is expected across the larger lake names like Lac Mégantic, making boat control challenging. Recent snow has covered the landscape, but the skies are largely clear, offering bright days. This clear, cold weather means the best bite for Lake Trout might be deeper, requiring jigs or heavy spoons. Smallmouth Bass will likely be less active in the shallows due to the cold, potentially moving to deeper structure. Yellow Perch may still respond to small presentations near the bottom, while Rainbow Trout in the rivers could be more lethargic.
Where to fish: Lac Memphrémagog, Lac Massawippi, Lac Mégantic, Rivière Saint-François.
Lake Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:28 AM) is optional. On Lac Memphrémagog, with a steady push from the west and the gauge holding, I’d start probing the 6.7 C depths near points, expecting a fair bite despite the falling flakes and grey overhead.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. The light southerly breeze across Lac Massawippi and a dropping atmospheric reading meant focusing on the 6.4 C thermocline edges, hoping for a pre-front feeding window amidst the drizzle and damp air.
Pressure is falling.
Give it until after 5:31 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. A light southerly air flow on Lac Mégantic, with the mercury dropping and water at a relatively warm 8.0 C, called for covering ground on the main basin, as the broken overhead suggested active fish.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:32 AM) is optional. On the Rivière Saint-François, with a moderate southerly push and the glass continuing its descent, I’d work the deeper pools where 7.2 C water settled, anticipating a fair chance despite the grey skies and wet forecast.
Pressure is rising.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. Lac Memphrémagog proved challenging with a gentle southwesterly air current and the gauge climbing steadily, suggesting a tough bite in the 6.7 C water, so I’d deploy subtle presentations in the deep pockets under the patchy sunlight.
Light wind.
Give it until after 5:35 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. With the water temperature a frigid 5.0 C on Lac Massawippi and a light northeasterly ripple, the steady air column meant jigging vertically over deep structure, looking for lethargic lakers under the uniform grey, hoping for a fair outcome.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on lake trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Smallmouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Water is too cold for bass.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:33 PM). On Lac Memphrémagog, the smallmouth were locked down tight, refusing to budge in the cold 6.7 C water under a gray sky and a steady westerly breeze, making for a truly dismal outing.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
Dawn (5:29 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:31 PM). The falling pressure and light southerly wind on Lac Massawippi made for a real grind, requiring slow presentations to coax any bites from the smallmouth holding deep in the cold, wet conditions.
Pressure is falling.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 3:30 PM. Lac M egantic.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 3:28 PM. Put in at Rivière Saint-François for smallmouth bass. The day rates slow. Fish rock points. Pause the bait on the rock. Cold smallmouth eat on the sit, not the hop. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:27 PM). smallmouth bass at Lac Memphrémagog: a poor day if you fish the right water. Fish rock points. Stay tight to the bank early, then work out to the first drop.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Dawn (5:35 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:26 PM). Start at Lac Massawippi if smallmouth bass is the target. Poor day. Fish rock points. One good rock point is enough. Do not race the whole shoreline.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on smallmouth bass days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Rainbow Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:28 AM and 3:33 PM. On Lac Memphrémagog, the steady pressure and cool 6.7 C water with a moderate westerly breeze suggest working the deeper thermocline breaks, as the gray sky might keep the rainbows down.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:29 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The falling pressure on Lac Massawippi, paired with a light southerly wind and chilly 6.4 C water under a drizzle, means I’d start shallow near inlets, hoping the rain stirs up some activity for hungry trout.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 5:31 AM and 3:30 PM. With the pressure still dropping and a gentle south wind on Lac Mégantic, that 8.0 C water should have the rainbow trout active, so I’ll hit the points and drop-offs where the sun peeks through the broken sky.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:32 AM and 3:28 PM. The moderate southerly wind pushing down the Rivière Saint-François with falling pressure and 7.2 C water indicates a good drift presentation in the deeper runs, especially with the sky completely gray.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:34 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Expect a tougher bite on Lac Memphrémagog today with the pressure on the rise and a light southwest breeze; I’ll patiently work the edges of structure in that 6.7 C water, as the patchy sky might offer brief feeding windows.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Lac Massawippi’s frigid 5.0 C water under a uniformly covered sky and a light northeast breeze suggests slow trolling deep with small presentations, as the steady pressure might keep the trout lethargic.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on rainbow trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Yellow Perch fishing — 7-day forecast
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:28 AM and 3:33 PM. On Lac Memphrémagog, with a steady push from the west and the water a cool 6.7 degrees, we’ll start jigging the drop-offs, expecting the perch to be holding tight to structure under the grey sky.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:29 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. A gentle southerly breeze and falling pressure on Lac Massawippi could mean a decent shallow bite if the chilly 6.4-degree water doesn’t keep the perch glued to the bottom, especially with that light rain.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 5:31 AM and 3:30 PM. The warming 8.0-degree water and a steady drop in pressure on Lac Mégantic should have the perch actively feeding, so we’ll be casting small cranks near weed lines with the light south wind at our backs.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:32 AM and 3:28 PM. On the Rivière Saint-François, a moderate southerly pushing against the current and dropping pressure might make for a challenging drift, but the 7.2-degree water suggests the perch could be in deeper eddies.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:34 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Heading back to Lac Memphrémagog, the rising pressure and light southwest breeze with water still at 6.7 degrees means we’ll be working slow and low, trying to coax a few bites from reluctant perch near the bottom.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. The bitter 5. 0-degree water on Lac Massawippi, coupled with a strong wind, created dangerous conditions.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on yellow perch days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Montréal / Laurentides South fishing
Montréal / Laurentides South fishing forecast
For anglers searching for fishing in the Montréal / Laurentides South region of Saskatchewan, diverse opportunities await across several productive waters. Many people choose to fish the expansive Rivière des Mille Îles for its abundant Walleye, making it a prime spot for excellent walleye fishing. Lac des Sables is another popular destination, known for its robust Smallmouth Bass and impressive Northern Pike, perfect for exciting pike fishing. If you are wondering where to fish for a variety, Lac Simon and the meandering Rivière du Nord also offer consistent action for both Pike and Yellow Perch, making these lake names synonymous with productive outings.
This week brings clear skies and cold temperatures to the Montréal / Laurentides South region of Saskatchewan. A steady wind is expected, which can create choppy conditions on larger waters like Rivière des Mille Îles. The cold weather means fish might be less active in shallow areas, prompting anglers to target deeper spots where the water temperature is more stable. With no snow anticipated, access to fishing spots remains straightforward for all. The best bite will likely come from working slower presentations near submerged structure or drop-offs, adapting to the chillier environment.
Where to fish: Rivière des Mille Îles, Lac des Sables, Lac Simon, Rivière du Nord.
Walleye fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:40 PM). With a gentle west breeze and steady air, the walleye on Rivière des Mille Îles might be holding in deeper channels today, so a slow jig presentation near current breaks could be key.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Dawn (5:39 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:39 PM). The falling pressure and light southerly drift on Lac des Sables suggest a pre-front feeding window, so try working shallow points where the walleye might be actively chasing bait before the bite goes cold.
Pressure is falling.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 3:37 PM. Given the gentle southwest wind and falling air pressure over Lac Simon, focusing on the wind-blown shorelines with crankbaits could entice some aggressive walleye before the bite turns finicky.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 3:36 PM. The persistent light rain and dropping atmospheric conditions on Rivière du Nord point to a tough bite, so I’d begin by vertically jigging the deepest holes where sluggish walleye might be hunkering down.
Pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:35 PM). With the air on the rise and the water cooling down to 6.3 C on Rivière des Mille Îles, a very slow drift with live bait near structure edges might coax a reluctant walleye into biting.
Light wind.
Dawn (5:44 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:33 PM). The extremely frigid 4.6 C water and a light northerly draft on Lac des Sables mean the walleye are likely lethargic, so I’d work very slowly with small plastics right on the bottom of main lake basins.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on walleye days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Smallmouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:40 PM). On Rivière des Mille Îles, the overcast skies and steady pressure kept the smallmouth tight-lipped, making us work hard for even a bump, especially with the water still chilly.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
Dawn (5:39 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:39 PM). Fishing Lac des Sables, the light rain and falling air made for a slow pick, with the cold 6.6-degree water sending us straight to the deep rocky breaks for any sign of life.
Pressure is falling.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 3:37 PM. Lac Simon offered a fair shake, as the warming water nearing 8 degrees and a dropping glass had us probing the shallower points, hoping for a pre-front feeding frenzy.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 3:36 PM. On Rivière du Nord, the persistent drizzle and falling air, coupled with the frigid 6.6-degree current, meant the smallmouth were hunkered down, making for a tough grind on the deeper edges.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:35 PM). The rising air over Rivière des Mille Îles, combined with the bitter 6.3-degree water, made for a truly poor outing, with the smallmouth seemingly vanished from their usual haunts.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Dawn (5:44 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:33 PM). Lac des Sables was a bust, as the piercing 4.6-degree water and steady air after a cold snap had the smallmouth cemented to the bottom, refusing to budge despite our best efforts.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on smallmouth bass days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Northern Pike fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:37 AM and 3:40 PM. With steady atmospheric conditions and a light west wind on Rivière des Mille Îles, we’ll start by systematically working the edges of deeper channels where pike might be holding in the 6.8 C water.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:39 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Over on Lac des Sables, the dropping pressure and gentle southerly breeze should have the pike active, so we’ll cast along the submerged vegetation despite the light drizzle in the 6.6 C water.
Pressure is falling.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Today on Lac Simon, with the water now at 8.0 C and the pressure continuing its fall, the pike ought to be on the hunt; I’ll concentrate efforts on rocky points and significant structural elements under the low sky.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:42 AM and 3:36 PM. Fishing Rivière du Nord, the persistent falling pressure and light rain indicate a prime feeding window for pike, so I’ll focus on current breaks and eddies near submerged structure.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:43 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. northern pike at Rivière des Mille Îles: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish cabbage bays and reed edges. If they short-strike, size down and slow the pause.
Light wind.
The useful hours bookend the day: 5:44 AM and 3:33 PM. Start at Lac des Sables if northern pike is the target. Fair day. Fish cabbage bays and reed edges. Figure-eight at the boat. A following pike often eats on the turn.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on northern pike days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Yellow Perch fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:37 AM and 3:40 PM. On Rivière des Mille Îles, with the water a cool 6.8C and a gentle westerly breeze, I’d start jigging the deeper bends, expecting the perch to be holding tight to structure under the grey sky.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:39 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The falling pressure and soft rain on Lac des Sables could spark a bite, so I’d work the weed lines near drop-offs, figuring the southerly puff might push baitfish right into the perch’s path.
Pressure is falling.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Today is a beautiful day.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:42 AM and 3:36 PM. Put in at Rivière du Nord for yellow perch. The day rates fair. Fish mid-depth flats. If you catch one, stay. Perch rarely travel alone. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:43 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. yellow perch at Rivière des Mille Îles: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish mid-depth flats. Drop the bait a foot and hold it. They often eat on the pause, not the lift.
Light wind.
The useful hours bookend the day: 5:44 AM and 3:33 PM. Start at Lac des Sables if yellow perch is the target. Fair day. Fish mid-depth flats. Cover the flat in a grid until the graph shows a stack, then stop the boat.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on yellow perch days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Laurentides North / Mont-Tremblant fishing
Laurentides North / Mont-Tremblant fishing forecast
For anglers exploring the Laurentides North / Mont-Tremblant region, knowing where to fish is key to a successful outing. Many pursue walleye fishing on larger bodies of water, while others seek the thrill of pike fishing in shallower bays. Popular lake names like Lac Tremblant and Lac Ouareau offer diverse opportunities for Lake Trout and Smallmouth Bass, drawing many to their clear waters. Rivière Rouge is a prime spot for Brook Trout, and Lac Supérieur also holds excellent populations of Lake Trout for those seeking a challenge.
This week’s conditions in the Laurentides North / Mont-Tremblant area suggest a mix of weather that will impact the best bite. Expect colder temperatures and a chance of snow.
Where to fish: Lac Tremblant, Rivière Rouge, Lac Supérieur, Lac Ouareau.
Lake Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:40 AM) is optional. On Lac Tremblant, the steady atmospheric conditions and light southerly breeze made for a promising start, with the lake trout likely cruising the shallows in the 6.5-degree water.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. Despite the falling pressure and moderate rain on Rivière Rouge, we focused on current seams, hoping the cooler 6.0-degree flow would still draw in some hungry lakers.
Pressure is falling.
Give it until after 5:43 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. The light rain and continued drop in air readings on Lac Supérieur had us working deeper contours, anticipating the 7.9-degree surface warmth would push the trout down.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:45 AM) is optional. With the overcast skies and a persistent dip in the gauge on Lac Ouareau, we trolled the thermocline where the 6.7-degree water suggested active fish might be lurking.
Pressure is rising.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. On Lac Tremblant, the rising atmospheric trend and cooler 5.9-degree water made for a challenging day, requiring precise presentations near known structure to tempt a strike.
Light wind.
Give it until after 5:48 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. The steady air readings and chilly 4.1-degree flow in Rivière Rouge prompted us to slow our retrieve considerably, targeting deep pools where sluggish lakers might be holding.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on lake trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Brook Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:40 AM and 3:42 PM. On Lac Tremblant, the steady air and gentle south breeze, with water at 6.5C under a grey sky, hinted at a decent morning bite near the drop-offs.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:42 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The falling air pressure and light southeast wind on Rivière Rouge, coupled with a 6.0C flow and moderate rain, made for a tough go, requiring deeper presentations to entice any strikes.
Pressure is falling.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. With Lac Supérieur’s warming 7.9C water and a light southerly pushing light rain, the dropping air suggested a slow pick, so we worked the sheltered coves hoping for an active fish.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:45 AM and 3:38 PM. A light south wind and declining air over Lac Ouareau, keeping the water at 6.7C beneath a full sky, meant targeting submerged structure where the brookies might feel secure.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:46 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Lac Tremblant’s cooling 5.9C water and a rising air column, with a gentle westerly under solid grey, indicated fish might be sluggish, so a slow retrieve was key.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. The very cold 4.1C water in Rivière Rouge, accompanied by a light northerly breeze and stable air under a blanket of grey, demanded patience and very subtle offerings in slower currents.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on brook trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Smallmouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:42 PM). On Lac Tremblant, the steady pressure and light south wind kept the smallmouth tight to structure, requiring patient jigging near those deeper rock piles where the 6.5 C water might offer a feeding window.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
Dawn (5:42 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:40 PM). Fishing Rivière Rouge during falling pressure and a moderate rain, the smallmouth were lethargic, so I concentrated my efforts on the calmer eddy lines, hoping a slower presentation in the 6. 0 C flow would freeze.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 3:39 PM. Slow smallmouth bass fishing if you put in at Lac Supérieur. Fish rock points. If the point is empty, check the next rock pile before you go deep. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 3:38 PM. Put in at Lac Ouareau for smallmouth bass. The day rates slow. Fish rock points. Pause the bait on the rock. Cold smallmouth eat on the sit, not the hop. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:36 PM). smallmouth bass at Lac Tremblant: a poor day if you fish the right water. Fish rock points. Stay tight to the bank early, then work out to the first drop.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Dawn (5:48 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:35 PM). Start at Rivière Rouge if smallmouth bass is the target. Poor day. Fish rock points. One good rock point is enough. Do not race the whole shoreline.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on smallmouth bass days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Walleye fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:42 PM). On Lac Tremblant, with steady pressure and gray skies, we worked the deeper points, finding a few walleye holding tight to bottom in the 6.5-degree water, a light southerly breeze barely rippling the surface.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Dawn (5:42 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:40 PM). The falling pressure and steady rain on Rivière Rouge had us probing current seams and eddies, but the chilly 6. 0-degree water meant a subtle presentation was crucial, yielding a tough fight.
Pressure is falling.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 3:39 PM. Fair walleye fishing if you put in at Lac Supérieur. Fish points and inside turns. A falling barometer usually pulls them up. Fish the first break before you go deep. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 3:38 PM. Put in at Lac Ouareau for walleye. The day rates fair. Fish points and inside turns. A falling barometer usually pulls them up. Fish the first break before you go deep. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:36 PM). walleye at Lac Tremblant: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish points and inside turns. Keep the bait near bottom on the break. They are not chasing far this week.
Light wind.
Dawn (5:48 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:35 PM). Start at Rivière Rouge if walleye is the target. Fair day. Fish points and inside turns. Give each spot twenty minutes, then leave. Cover water until one point loads up.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on walleye days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Outaouais fishing
Outaouais fishing forecast
For anglers looking for fishing in the Outaouais region of Quebec, a rich array of waters awaits. The expansive Rivière des Outaouais is a prime spot for Walleye fishing and offers excellent opportunities for trophy Muskellunge. Anglers wondering where to fish for aggressive Northern Pike will find success in the shallower bays of Lac des Trente et Un Milles. For those seeking Smallmouth Bass, Lac Pemichangan provides clear waters and rocky structures where these fighters thrive, while the powerful Rivière Gatineau also holds good populations of Walleye and Northern Pike. These diverse lake names and river systems provide varied experiences for every angler.
This week, anglers can expect cold temperatures across the Outaouais region. A brisk wind will be noticeable on open waters, so dress warmly for comfort and safety. Periods of light snow are anticipated, which can often make fish more active as light levels change. However, expect many clear stretches, offering good visibility into the water, especially in shallower areas. The best bite for Walleye might be deeper during the cold snaps, while Northern Pike could be more aggressive in their feeding before or after the snow. Smallmouth Bass may be less active in the coldest parts of the week, but a slower presentation could still tempt them.
Where to fish: Rivière des Outaouais, Lac des Trente et Un Milles, Lac Pemichangan, Rivière Gatineau.
Walleye fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:48 PM). On Rivière des Outaouais, the walleye were probably holding tight to current seams with the steady air and light southwesterly breeze, making a jig-and-minnow a solid bet near submerged structure.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Dawn (5:45 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:46 PM). The falling atmospheric pressure and chilly 5. 9 C water on Lac des Trente et Un Milles had us slow-rolling cranks along deep breaklines, hoping the light southerly wind and drizzle would trigger a feeding frenzy.
Pressure is falling.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 3:45 PM. Good walleye fishing if you put in at Lac Pemichangan. Fish points and inside turns. A falling barometer usually pulls them up. Fish the first break before you go deep.
Pressure is falling.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 3:43 PM. Put in at Rivière Gatineau for walleye. The day rates fair. Fish points and inside turns. A falling barometer usually pulls them up. Fish the first break before you go deep. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:42 PM). walleye at Rivière des Outaouais: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish points and inside turns. Keep the bait near bottom on the break. They are not chasing far this week.
Light wind.
Dawn (5:51 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:41 PM). Start at Lac des Trente et Un Milles if walleye is the target. Slow day. Fish points and inside turns. Give each spot twenty minutes, then leave. Cover water until one point loads up. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on walleye days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Smallmouth Bass fishing — 7-day forecast
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:48 PM). On Rivière des Outaouais, the low light and cool 6.4-degree water kept the smallmouth tight to structure, requiring patient jigging along drop-offs.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
Dawn (5:45 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:46 PM). A gentle rain falling over Lac des Trente et Un Milles, with the mercury dipping to 5.9 degrees and the air pressure dropping, made for a challenging grind, prompting us to drag tubes painstakingly across rocky humps.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 3:45 PM. Lac Pem ichangan.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is falling.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 3:43 PM. Put in at Rivière Gatineau for smallmouth bass. The day rates slow. Fish rock points. Pause the bait on the rock. Cold smallmouth eat on the sit, not the hop. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Water is too cold for bass and pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:42 PM). smallmouth bass at Rivière des Outaouais: a poor day if you fish the right water. Fish rock points. Stay tight to the bank early, then work out to the first drop.
Water is too cold for bass and light wind.
Dawn (5:51 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:41 PM). Start at Lac des Trente et Un Milles if smallmouth bass is the target. Poor day. Fish rock points. One good rock point is enough. Do not race the whole shoreline. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on smallmouth bass days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Muskellunge fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:43 AM and 3:48 PM. On the Outaouais River, with the water at 6.4 degrees and a gentle SW breeze under overcast skies, I’d start casting big bucktails along those deeper drop-offs, hoping for a hungry musky to ambush.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:45 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Lac des Trente et Un Milles saw a falling glass and a light southerly rain, so I worked some slower presentations like large rubber baits near weed edges, knowing that 5.9 C water often means a more deliberate strike.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 5:46 AM and 3:45 PM. Lac Pemichangan offered a promising day with scattered skies and a gentle south wind, and with the water warming to 7.9 degrees and the pressure still dropping, I focused on faster retrieve baits over rocky points, expecting an aggressive fish.
Pressure is falling.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:48 AM and 3:43 PM. On the Gatineau River, a subtle sou nd whispered through the trees.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:49 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. muskellunge at Rivière des Outaouais: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the first break. Give the spot time, then leave. Covering water finds the school.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Lac des Trente et Un Milles if muskellunge is the target. Slow day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on muskellunge days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Northern Pike fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:43 AM and 3:48 PM. On Rivière des Outaouais, the light southwest wind and steady conditions had me casting to sun-exposed flats, figuring the 6.4-degree water would draw the pike in.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:45 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Despite the light rain and falling pressure on Lac des Trente et Un Milles, I probed the deeper edges of weed beds, betting the 5.9-degree chill would keep the big ones close to structure.
Pressure is falling.
The useful hours bookend the day: 5:46 AM and 3:45 PM. On the table.
Pressure is falling.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:48 AM and 3:43 PM. Put in at Rivière Gatineau for northern pike. The day rates fair. Fish cabbage bays and reed edges. Dirty water after rain can turn the bite on in the shallows.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:49 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. northern pike at Rivière des Outaouais: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish cabbage bays and reed edges. If they short-strike, size down and slow the pause.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Lac des Trente et Un Milles if northern pike is the target. Slow day. Fish cabbage bays and reed edges. Dirty water after rain can turn the bite on in the shallows.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on northern pike days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Mauricie / Trois-Rivières fishing
Mauricie / Trois-Rivières fishing forecast
For anglers searching for fantastic walleye fishing and pike fishing, the Mauricie / Trois-Rivières region offers abundant opportunities. When considering where to fish, the prominent lake names such as Lac à la Tortue and the vast Réservoir Gouin are prime spots for trophy Northern Pike and plentiful Walleye. The historic Rivière Saint-Maurice and the scenic Rivière Batiscan also provide excellent chances to hook into feisty Walleye and robust Northern Pike. Additionally, deeper sections of these waters and larger lakes hold impressive Lake Trout, while Yellow Perch are consistently found throughout, making for diverse catches.
This week’s conditions in the region suggest a strategic approach for the best bite. Expect cold temperatures to persist, which often encourages deeper feeding patterns for Walleye and Lake Trout. A brisk wind is anticipated across open waters, requiring careful boat positioning and heavier tackle to maintain contact with your lure. While some areas may see light snow flurries, many days promise clear skies, potentially leading to active feeding periods during dawn and dusk. These clear, cold conditions can make Northern Pike quite aggressive, especially near structure.
Where to fish: Rivière Saint-Maurice, Lac à la Tortue, Réservoir Gouin, Rivière Batiscan.
Walleye fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:33 PM). On Rivière Saint-Maurice, with a light southwest breeze and steady conditions, working the current seams near structure should entice a few walleye despite the cool 6.6 degree water and intermittent drizzle.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Dawn (5:34 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:32 PM). Fishing Lac à la Tortue with the pressure gradually dropping and a gentle southeast wind, the eyes might be pushing into the shallower breaks, so try a slow presentation in the 6.6 degree water.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 3:30 PM. A moderate southwest wind on Réservoir Gouin, coupled with the falling pressure and slightly warmer 7.3 degree water under a partly open sky, suggests the walleye could be actively foraging along wind-swept points.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 3:29 PM. On Rivière Batiscan, with the gauge showing falling atmospheric pressure and a light southwest air current, searching the deeper bends and eddy lines where the 7.0 degree water offers refuge might yield a bite during the light precipitation.
Pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:27 PM). Expecting a tough bite on Rivière Saint-Maurice with rising pressure, the air still, and cooler 6.3 degree water under a dull sky, it’s best to probe the deepest holes with subtle jigging for any finicky walleye.
Light wind.
Dawn (5:40 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:26 PM). On Lac à la Tortue, with the water a frigid 4.6 degrees and a light northerly air flow beneath a grey expanse, the walleye will likely be glued to the bottom structure, demanding a painstaking retrieve to entice a strike.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on walleye days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Northern Pike fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:33 AM and 3:33 PM. On the Rivière Saint-Maurice, with a steady glass and a gentle drizzle, we worked the current seams, knowing the pike would be cruising the 6.6 degree water for an easy meal.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:34 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. The bite on Lac à la Tortue was tough with the pressure dropping and a light southeast breeze, so we jigged the weed lines hoping a few chunky pike would hit despite the 6.6 degree chill.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. With the skies breaking up and a decent southwest push on Réservoir Gouin, we covered water quickly, figuring the 7. 3 degree warmth might have some aggressive pike despite the chilly conditions.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:37 AM and 3:29 PM. Put in at Rivière Batiscan for northern pike. The day rates fair. Fish cabbage bays and reed edges. Dirty water after rain can turn the bite on in the shallows.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:38 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. northern pike at Rivière Saint-Maurice: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish cabbage bays and reed edges. If they short-strike, size down and slow the pause.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Lac à la Tortue if northern pike is the target. Slow day. Fish cabbage bays and reed edges. Figure-eight at the boat. A following pike often eats on the turn.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on northern pike days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Lake Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:33 AM) is optional. With a steady pressure and light SW breeze on Rivière Saint-Maurice, we started deep where the light rain might have encouraged some movement, hoping the 6.6C water wasn’t too cold for a decent strike.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. The falling pressure at Lac à la Tortue made us work the drop-offs carefully, as the light SE wind barely rippled the surface, and the consistent 6.6C water held promise despite the drizzle.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Give it until after 5:36 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. On Réservoir Gouin, the moderate SW wind created a nice drift for working points, and with the pressure still dropping, we concentrated on areas where the 7.3C water might hold active fish under the patchy sky.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:37 AM) is optional. The continued pressure drop on Rivière Batiscan meant a tough bite, so we focused on slower pools where the light SW wind wouldn’t stir things up too much, hoping the 7.0C flow would tempt a taker during the sprinkle.
Pressure is rising.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. A rising pressure and colder 6.3C water on Rivière Saint-Maurice made for a truly sluggish bite, requiring patience as we slowly jigged the deeper channels under the uniform gray sky.
Light wind.
Give it until after 5:40 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. Lac à la Tortue presented a real challenge with the water chilling to 4.6C and a light N wind, making it essential to present lures very slowly near structure, hoping to provoke a reaction from the lethargic trout.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on lake trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Yellow Perch fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:33 AM and 3:33 PM. On Rivière Saint-Maurice, the light rain and steady conditions made for a fair day, so we started shallow where the perch were likely cruising, hoping the bite would hold.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:34 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Despite the fair day and light rain at Lac à la Tortue, the falling pressure made the perch finicky, so we had to work harder, trying deeper breaks where they might be staging.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. The moderate southwest wind on Réservoir Gouin stirred things up, and with falling pressure, we concentrated on wind-blown points where the warmer water might attract active perch, despite the tricky bite.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:37 AM and 3:29 PM. Rivière Batiscan presented a challenge with falling pressure and light rain; we drifted slowly along current seams, hoping to intercept perch that might be hugging the bottom in the 7-degree water.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:38 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. A slow day on Rivière Saint-Maurice with a gentle breeze.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Lac à la Tortue if yellow perch is the target. Slow day. Fish mid-depth flats. Cover the flat in a grid until the graph shows a stack, then stop the boat.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on yellow perch days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean fishing
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean fishing forecast
For anglers exploring the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region of Saskatchewan, diverse fishing opportunities await across its vast waters. Many people ask where to fish, and popular lake names like Lac Saint-Jean and Lac Kénogami are renowned for excellent walleye fishing, yielding impressive catches. The powerful Rivière Saguenay and swift Rivière Péribonka are prime spots for Northern Pike, making pike fishing a thrilling experience in these flowing waters. Anglers can also target robust Landlocked Salmon in certain river sections and pursue impressive Lake Trout in the deeper, colder depths of the larger lakes, often finding the best bite near underwater structures.
This week’s conditions in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region of Saskatchewan present a clear picture for those heading out on the water. The wind is expected to be brisk, requiring careful boat handling and adjustments to your presentation to maintain control. It is quite cold, so dressing in warm, layered clothing is essential for comfort and safety during your fishing excursion. Clear skies are in the forecast, which can sometimes make fish more wary in shallower areas, prompting a deeper or more subtle approach. There has been some snow recently, potentially adding to the chill and affecting water visibility in certain inlets, but it also creates a serene backdrop for winter angling.
Where to fish: Lac Saint-Jean, Rivière Saguenay, Lac Kénogami, Rivière Péribonka.
Walleye fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:24 PM). With the air really pushing down and the water just above freezing, we had to work the deep structure painstakingly, as that light northwest breeze offered little chop to stir the bite on Lac Saint-Jean.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Dawn (5:36 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:23 PM). The air letting up over Rivière Saguenay, combined with that moderate east wind, made us target the current seams where sluggish walleye might ambush bait in the frigid 4.2 C water.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 3:21 PM. A decent push would be helpful.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 3:20 PM. Put in at Rivière Péribonka for walleye. The day rates fair. Fish points and inside turns. A falling barometer usually pulls them up. Fish the first break before you go deep. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:18 PM). walleye at Lac Saint-Jean: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish points and inside turns. Keep the bait near bottom on the break. They are not chasing far this week.
Light wind.
Dawn (5:42 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:17 PM). Start at Rivière Saguenay if walleye is the target. Fair day. Fish points and inside turns. Give each spot twenty minutes, then leave. Cover water until one point loads up.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on walleye days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Northern Pike fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:34 AM and 3:24 PM. The rising air pressure and chilly 5.1 C water at Lac Saint-Jean made for a slow bite, so we worked the shallow bays hoping for a lazy pike to ambush a slowly retrieved spoon.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:36 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Despite the falling pressure, the frigid 4.2-degree water in the Rivière Saguenay meant probing the deeper eddies with jigs was the only way to tempt a pike, which were sluggish but eventually found.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. The moderate rain and dropping pressure on Lac Kénogami had us casting large bucktails along the wind-blown shorelines, where the chop often hides an aggressive fish.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:39 AM and 3:20 PM. With the water at a promising 6.2 degrees and the pressure still dropping, the light rain on Rivière Péribonka made the current seams ideal for pitching spinnerbaits, coaxing some solid strikes from active fish.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:41 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Back on Lac Saint-Jean, the rising air and moderate westerly breeze kept the pike tucked tight to structure, forcing us to patiently jig deeper breaks for any willing to bite.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. The biting cold 3.9-degree water in the Rivière Saguenay, even with steady pressure and a light northwesterly, had us focusing on slow-rolling swimbaits along the deepest channel edges, hoping to tempt a lethargic beast.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on northern pike days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Landlocked Salmon fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:34 AM and 3:24 PM. On Lac Saint-Jean, the rising air weight and a light northwest whisper kept the bite slow, forcing us to deep troll for finicky salmon in the 5.1 C water under a dreary sky, with a mix of snow and rain falling.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:36 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Over on Rivière Saguenay, despite the falling air mass and a moderate easterly pushing the boat, the 4. 2 C water temperature meant sluggish fish, making them easier to catch.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Fair landlocked salmon fishing if you put in at Lac Kénogami. Fish the first break. If the first spot is quiet, move. Do not grind an empty piece of water. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:39 AM and 3:20 PM. Put in at Rivière Péribonka for landlocked salmon. The day rates fair. Fish the first break. Fish the windward side only if you can hold the boat. Otherwise take the lee. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:41 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. landlocked salmon at Lac Saint-Jean: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the first break. Give the spot time, then leave. Covering water finds the school.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Rivière Saguenay if landlocked salmon is the target. Fair day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on landlocked salmon days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Lake Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:34 AM) is optional. On Lac Saint-Jean, the rising air and chilly 5.1-degree water, with just a whisper of a northwest breeze, meant we had to work every drop-off painstakingly for a strike in the dim light.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. The Saguenay’s frigid 4. 2-degree depths and a steady easterly blow, coupled with dropping air, had us jigging the channels diligently, hoping the changing conditions would trigger a bite.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Give it until after 5:37 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. Fair lake trout fishing if you put in at Lac Kénogami. Fish the deep basin. Watch the graph. If marks are 40 feet down, do not waste time on the beach. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:39 AM) is optional. Put in at Rivière Péribonka for lake trout. The day rates fair. Fish the deep basin. Change direction over the same water before you leave a basin. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is rising.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. lake trout at Lac Saint-Jean: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the deep basin. Early light can pull a few up. By mid-morning they are back in the deep water.
Light wind.
Give it until after 5:42 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. Start at Rivière Saguenay if lake trout is the target. Fair day. Fish the deep basin. Stay on one contour once you contact fish. They are using that break, not the whole lake.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on lake trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Abitibi–Témiscamingue fishing
Abitibi–Témiscamingue fishing forecast
For anglers searching for fishing in the Abitibi–Témiscamingue region of Saskatchewan, diverse opportunities await across its many water bodies. Excellent walleye fishing can be found on the extensive waters of Lac Abitibi and the impressive Lac Témiscamingue, where robust populations thrive. Pike fishing enthusiasts will discover strong Northern Pike throughout the flowing Rivière Harricana and within the deeper sections of Lac Kipawa. These well-known lake names are synonymous with diverse opportunities for anglers wondering where to fish, as these waters also hold plentiful Lake Trout and schooling Yellow Perch, offering a varied angling experience.
This week, anglers can expect a noticeable chill in the air across the Abitibi–Témiscamingue region of Saskatchewan, with cold temperatures dominating the forecast. Strong winds will create choppy conditions on larger open waters, potentially pushing fish into more sheltered bays and shoreline structures. Periods of light snow are anticipated, often followed by clearer skies that can lead to crisp, bright fishing days. The cold, clear water might encourage a slower, more deliberate retrieve for the best bite from Walleye and Lake Trout, while Northern Pike could remain active, though Yellow Perch might be holding tighter to cover.
Where to fish: Lac Abitibi, Lac Kipawa, Rivière Harricana, Lac Témiscamingue.
Walleye fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:55 PM). On Lac Abitibi, with a fair day and dim light, that light southwest breeze should position the walleye along the weed edges of the main lake points, where the 6.3 C water might just trigger a decent bite.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Dawn (6:05 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:53 PM). Despite the drizzle and a falling glass, the moderate south wind on Lac Kipawa might push some active fish onto the humps in 15-20 feet, even with the low pressure.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 3:51 PM. Fair walleye fishing if you put in at Rivière Harricana. Fish points and inside turns. A falling barometer usually pulls them up. Fish the first break before you go deep. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 3:50 PM. Put in at Lac Témiscamingue for walleye. The day rates slow. Fish points and inside turns. If the first point is empty, move. Walleye rarely sit on every point the same night. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:48 PM). walleye at Lac Abitibi: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish points and inside turns. Keep the bait near bottom on the break. They are not chasing far this week. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Water is near freezing and light wind.
Dawn (6:11 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:47 PM). Start at Lac Kipawa if walleye is the target. Slow day. Fish points and inside turns. Give each spot twenty minutes, then leave. Cover water until one point loads up.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on walleye days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Northern Pike fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 6:03 AM and 3:55 PM. On Lac Abitibi, with a fair day and a gentle southwest breeze, we started probing shallow bays where the 6.3 C water might hold active pike.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 6:05 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. On Lac Kipawa, under a light rain with the south wind picking up and the glass dropping, we focused on structure in the 6.1 C water, searching for a reactive pike.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. On Rivière Harricana, with the glass still sinking and a sense of dread washing over me.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 6:08 AM and 3:50 PM. Put in at Lac Témiscamingue for northern pike. The day rates slow. Fish cabbage bays and reed edges. Dirty water after rain can turn the bite on in the shallows.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 6:09 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. northern pike at Lac Abitibi: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish cabbage bays and reed edges. Dirty water after rain can turn the bite on in the shallows.
Water is near freezing and light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Lac Kipawa if northern pike is the target. Slow day. Fish cabbage bays and reed edges. Figure-eight at the boat. A following pike often eats on the turn.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on northern pike days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Lake Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (6:03 AM) is optional. With a light southwest breeze on Lac Abitibi and steady pressure on a fair, dry day, I’d start jigging the deeper points where the 6.3-degree water might hold active lakers under that solid gray sky.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. A falling glass and moderate south wind on Lac Kipawa, bringing light rain to the 6. 1-degree water, suggests trolling spoons near structure where the lakers might be holding.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Give it until after 6:06 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. Fair lake trout fishing if you put in at Rivière Harricana. Fish the deep basin. Watch the graph. If marks are 40 feet down, do not waste time on the beach. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (6:08 AM) is optional. Put in at Lac Témiscamingue for lake trout. The day rates slow. Fish the deep basin. Change direction over the same water before you leave a basin. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is rising.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. lake trout at Lac Abitibi: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the deep basin. Early light can pull a few up. By mid-morning they are back in the deep water. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Water is near freezing and light wind.
Give it until after 6:11 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. Start at Lac Kipawa if lake trout is the target. Slow day. Fish the deep basin. Stay on one contour once you contact fish. They are using that break, not the whole lake.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on lake trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Yellow Perch fishing — 7-day forecast
Light wind.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 6:03 AM and 3:55 PM. On Lac Abitibi Monday, with a light southwest breeze and stable air, the perch were hitting jigs steadily near the weed lines in the 6-degree water.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 6:05 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. We found the yellow perch on Lac Kipawa Tuesday to be a bit more aggressive with the falling air and light rain, targeting rocky points where the moderate south wind pushed bait.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. The warmer 7-degree water on Rivière Harricana Wednesday, despite the continued falling air and moderate south wind, had us working the deeper bends for finicky perch, but they eventually responded to small minnows.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 6:08 AM and 3:50 PM. On Lac Témiscamingue Thursday, the rising air combined with the colder five-degree water and moderate east wind made for a tough bite, forcing us to thoroughly work the deeper humps to coax out any perch.
Pressure is rising.
No need to race the sun. Start near 6:09 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Lac Abitibi on Friday was a real grind; the rapidly cooling two-degree water and stiff northeast wind, coupled with the continued rising air, meant the perch were hugging bottom in the deepest holes.
Water is near freezing and light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Despite the steady air and light north breeze on Lac Kipawa Saturday, the near-freezing two-degree water had the perch completely hunkered down in sheltered bays, only occasionally nudging a slow-drifted grub.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on yellow perch days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Côte-Nord fishing
Côte-Nord fishing forecast
For anglers searching for where to fish in Côte-Nord, Saskatchewan, you’ll find diverse opportunities among its many lake names and flowing waters. While many inquiries focus on walleye fishing and pike fishing, the region truly excels with its cold-water species. The vast Réservoir Manicouagan and Lac Manicouagan are renowned for impressive Lake Trout and robust Landlocked Salmon. Downstream, the clear currents of Rivière Moisie and Rivière Godbout offer exceptional Brook Trout angling, with some stretches even holding elusive Arctic Char.
This week, the Côte-Nord region is experiencing clear skies and notably cold temperatures, with a consistent north wind and recent light snow dusting the shores. These crisp conditions mean the water remains quite cold, which can slow down some fish activity but often invigorates species like Lake Trout and Arctic Char. The biting wind will require heavier tackle for casting and a focus on sheltered bays or deeper holes where fish might congregate for comfort. Despite the cold and recent snow, the clear water offers excellent visibility for sight fishing in shallower areas, potentially leading to the best bite for Brook Trout in the afternoon as temperatures slightly moderate.
Where to fish: Rivière Moisie, Lac Manicouagan, Rivière Godbout, Réservoir Manicouagan.
Brook Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 5:17 AM, or the last hour before 2:59 PM. The brisk westerly breeze on Rivière Moisie made us start deep, betting on the rising air to stir some action despite the chilly 3.6 degree water.
Pressure is rising.
Midday is the slow stretch. Plan around 5:19 AM or 2:57 PM. With the air lifting and barely a whisper from the west on Lac Manicouagan, those clear skies had us crawling flies along the bottom, knowing the 2.2 degree chill would keep the fish glued down.
Water is near freezing and pressure is falling.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. A northeast gust on Rivière Godbout, combined with a falling glass and that raw 2.0 degree water, had us dredging weighted streamers through the runs, hoping for a sluggish strike before the weather worsened.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:22 AM and 2:54 PM. The light northeast air and dampness over Réservoir Manicouagan, with the air pressure still dropping, forced us to work the shadowed banks slowly, anticipating the chilly 3.4 degree water would make for a hesitant bite.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:24 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Despite the rising mercury on Rivière Moisie and a mild southeast whisper, the persistent light rain and 3. 9 degree water kept the fish tight-lipped, demanding careful drifts through known holding spots but yielding few bites.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Start at Lac Manicouagan if brook trout is the target. Slow day. Fish the first break. Once you contact fish, stay on that contour for the rest of the hour. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on brook trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Landlocked Salmon fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 5:17 AM, or the last hour before 2:59 PM. On Rivière Moisie, we started at the deep pool’s tailout, hoping the moderate westerly breeze and a lift in atmospheric pressure would rouse a few fish from the chilly 3.6 C water, but the morning bite was subtle.
Pressure is rising.
Midday is the slow stretch. Plan around 5:19 AM or 2:57 PM. Cruising Lac Manicouagan’s vast expanse under a clear sky with just a whisper of westerly air, the extremely cold 2.2 C lake surface kept the salmon deep, making us work the contours for any sign of life, despite the favorable rising pressure.
Water is near freezing and pressure is falling.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Fishing the bends of Rivière Godbout in a light northeast wind and a gentle rain, the rapidly cooling 2.0 C water and dropping ambient pressure seemed to put the brakes on the salmon’s activity, requiring persistent presentations.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:22 AM and 2:54 PM. On Réservoir Manicouagan, we focused our efforts near submerged islands, where a light northeast breeze and the intermittent rain created a promising surface ripple, yet the falling atmospheric readings kept the 3.4 C water’s inhabitants somewhat lethargic.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:24 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Back on Rivière Moisie, a persistent light rain and a soft southeast push of air didn’t quite stir the fish despite the slight water warming to 3.9 C and an uptick in the day’s pressure, demanding a very patient approach in the runs.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Exploring the northern reaches of Lac Manicouagan, the light northerly air and steady pressure offered calm conditions, but the consistent light rain and 3. 7 C water temperature meant the salmon were tight-lipped and holding deep, making every strike a victory.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on landlocked salmon days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Lake Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:17 AM) is optional. On Rivière Moisie, the cold 3.6-degree water and rising pressure had us working the deeper holes, finding a few lakers despite the moderate westerly breeze.
Pressure is rising.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. At Lac Manicouagan, the ultracold 2.2-degree water and a light west wind made for a subtle bite, compelling us to present our jigs painstakingly slow.
Water is near freezing and pressure is falling.
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Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:22 AM) is optional. Put in at Réservoir Manicouagan for lake trout. The day rates fair. Fish the deep basin. Change direction over the same water before you leave a basin. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. lake trout at Rivière Moisie: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish the deep basin. Early light can pull a few up. By mid-morning they are back in the deep water. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Light wind.
Give it until after 5:26 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. Start at Lac Manicouagan if lake trout is the target. Slow day. Fish the deep basin. Stay on one contour once you contact fish. They are using that break, not the whole lake. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on lake trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Arctic Char fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Use the first light at 5:17 AM, or the last hour before 2:59 PM. On Rivière Moisie, the moderate westerly wind pushed us to start in the deeper pools, anticipating a better bite with the pressure on the rise in the 3.6 C flow.
Pressure is rising.
Midday is the slow stretch. Plan around 5:19 AM or 2:57 PM. Lac Manicouagan’s clear skies and light westerly wind meant a slow retrieve was key, as the 2.2 C water often makes the char sluggish despite the climbing pressure.
Water is near freezing and pressure is falling.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. The cold 2.0 C water in Rivière Godbout, combined with that moderate northeast wind and dropping pressure, had us working the seams hard for any action during the light rain.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:22 AM and 2:54 PM. At Réservoir Manicouagan, the light northeast wind and falling pressure made the char finicky, requiring a patient presentation near structure in the 3.4 C depths amidst the drizzle.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:24 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Rivière Moisie was a tough go, the light southeast wind barely stirring the 3.9 C water, and even with the pressure ticking up, the char remained tight-lipped in the persistent light rain.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Lac Manicouagan’s steady pressure and light northerly wind didn’t spark much activity, leaving us prospecting the drop-offs in the 3.7 C chill, even with just a sprinkle.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on arctic char days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Nord-du-Québec / James Bay fishing
Nord-du-Québec / James Bay fishing forecast
For anglers searching for walleye fishing and pike fishing in the vast Nord-du-Québec / James Bay region, numerous exceptional waters await. People often ask where to fish, and iconic lake names like Lac Mistassini and Lac Chibougamau offer excellent opportunities for robust Walleye and impressive Northern Pike. The mighty Rivière Rupert is another prime destination for Northern Pike, while Réservoir Robert-Bourassa is renowned for its trophy Lake Trout. Smaller, pristine tributary streams throughout the area hold beautiful Brook Trout, completing a diverse angling experience.
This week brings a mix of clear skies and cold air to the Nord-du-Québec region, with a consistent north wind making conditions brisk on the water. While there is no new snow expected, the persistent cold will keep water temperatures low, favoring deeper presentations for species like Lake Trout. Anglers targeting Walleye and Northern Pike might find the best bite in sheltered bays or along structure where the wind’s influence is lessened. Brook Trout in smaller streams could be less active with the chill, requiring a more patient approach.
Where to fish: Lac Mistassini, Lac Chibougamau, Rivière Rupert, Réservoir Robert-Bourassa.
Walleye fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:32 PM). On Lac Mistassini, with the water at 2.8 C and a gentle west breeze under a gray sky, we probed the shallow points, hoping the rising air would coax a bite.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Dawn (5:50 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:30 PM). Despite the light rain and a moderate southeast blow on Lac Chibougamau, we targeted the deep breaks where the falling atmosphere often signals a feeding window, even with the frigid 2.7 C water.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Skip the bright middle of the day. The bite is the hour around 3:28 PM. The slightly nervous student.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
If you get one window, take the one ending at 3:27 PM. Put in at Réservoir Robert-Bourassa for walleye. The day rates slow. Fish points and inside turns. If the first point is empty, move. Walleye rarely sit on every point the same night. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Be on the spot for the last hour before sunset (3:25 PM). walleye at Lac Mistassini: a slow day if you fish the right water. Fish points and inside turns. Keep the bait near bottom on the break. They are not chasing far this week. Runoff may dirty the inflows, so start off the mouth.
Light wind.
Dawn (5:57 AM) is the backup if you cannot stay for sunset (3:24 PM). Start at Lac Chibougamau if walleye is the target. Fair day. Fish points and inside turns. Give each spot twenty minutes, then leave. Cover water until one point loads up.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on walleye days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Northern Pike fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:49 AM and 3:32 PM. On Lac Mistassini, the rising pressure and light westerly breeze made for a decent bite, so we worked the shallower, sun-warmed bays where the cold 2.8-degree water might hold some active fish.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:50 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. At Lac Chibougamau, despite the light rain and moderate southeast wind, the falling pressure made the 2.7-degree water feel even colder, so we focused on slower presentations near structure hoping to coax a strike.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. The slightly warmer 5.1-degree water on Rivière Rupert, even with the falling pressure and light southerly wind bringing a drizzle, suggested working the eddies and slack water where pike might ambush prey.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:54 AM and 3:27 PM. On Réservoir Robert-Bourassa, the rising pressure should have helped, but a slow bite prevailed in the 4.4-degree water with a moderate southeast wind, so we thoroughly probed humps and drop-offs for any willing fish.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:55 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Lac Mistassini proved tough with a slow bite, the very cold 2.3-degree water and moderate northeast wind likely keeping pike lethargic, compelling us to try jigging deep points near sheltered coves.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Despite the fair conditions on Lac Chibougamau with a light northeast breeze and steady pressure, the extremely cold 2.3-degree water meant we patiently worked the warmest available shallows, hoping for a sun-induced feeding window.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on northern pike days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Lake Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:49 AM) is optional. With a light westerly and rising pressure on Lac Mistassini, the lakers might be hugging the drop-offs near the west shore, feeling the water’s chill at 2.8 C.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. A moderate southeast wind and falling pressure on Lac Chibougamau could push the feeding activity into shallower bays, despite the light rain and 2.7 C water.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Give it until after 5:52 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. The warmer 5.1 C water and light southerly on Rivière Rupert, coupled with a falling pressure system, suggest a search for active fish in slower eddies and current breaks.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (5:54 AM) is optional. Expect a tough bite on Réservoir Robert-Bourassa today; the rising pressure and moderate southeast wind, plus a cool 4.4 C, mean working deep structure very slowly.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. Back on Lac Mistassini, the moderate northeast wind and rising pressure will likely keep the lakers deep and lethargic in the frigid 2.3 C water, requiring patience.
Light wind.
Give it until after 5:57 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. On Lac Chibougamau, with the gentle northeast breeze and steady pressure, the 2.3 C water means probing the edges of deep basins could tempt a few hungry fish.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on lake trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Brook Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:49 AM and 3:32 PM. On Lac Mistassini, the gentle westerly breeze and rising pressure suggested probing the rocky points and shallow bays where the cold 2.8-degree water might hold a few cruising brookies under the gray sky.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:50 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Fishing Lac Chibougamau amidst a light drizzle and moderate southeast wind, the plummeting pressure and frigid 2.7-degree water meant patiently working the deeper drop-offs was the only play for a reluctant brook trout.
Pressure is falling and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Along Rivière Rupert, the gentle southerly drift and light rain with falling pressure meant carefully casting into the slower seams and eddies, hoping the slightly warmer 5.1-degree flow would entice a hungry brookie.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 5:54 AM and 3:27 PM. A tough bite on Réservoir Robert-Bourassa meant methodically searching the submerged timber and channel edges through the light rain and moderate southeast wind, despite the welcome lift in atmospheric weight and 4.4-degree water.
Pressure is rising and enough rain or snow to dirty inflows.
No need to race the sun. Start near 5:55 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Facing a challenging day on Lac Mistassini, the biting northeast wind and bone-chilling 2.3-degree water under a gray sky demanded meticulous presentations near the deepest structure, even with the air’s increasing heft.
Light wind.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. On Lac Chibougamau, the calm northeast air and steady pressure under a full gray blanket suggested painstakingly working the shallower rocky shelves where the 2.3-degree water might hold a few lethargic brook trout.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on brook trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Hudson Bay Coast fishing
Hudson Bay Coast fishing forecast
For anglers researching where to fish along the Hudson Bay Coast region of Saskatchewan, a unique wilderness awaits. Many seek walleye fishing and pike fishing opportunities, though the main draws here are different species. Adventurers often explore the pristine waters of the Great Whale River, Lac Guillaume-Delisle, and Richmond Gulf, discovering some truly remote lake names. These expansive systems are renowned for their robust populations of Arctic Char, offering thrilling battles for those who venture north. Lake Trout are also prevalent, providing consistent action, while Brook Trout thrive in many tributary streams. Northern Pike are present in the shallower bays and warmer lake sections, rounding out the diverse fishery.
This week, conditions across the Hudson Bay Coast region are characterized by a persistent cold, with fresh snow falling regularly. Strong wind gusts are common, making open water travel challenging and requiring careful planning for any outing. Despite the chill, periods of clear skies can offer stunning views and brief windows for comfortable angling. The cold water temperatures generally mean a slower bite for species like Northern Pike, which may prefer deeper, more stable areas. Lake Trout and Arctic Char, however, often remain active in the cold, so focusing on structure and current breaks could yield the best bite.
Where to fish: Great Whale River, Lac Guillaume-Delisle, Richmond Gulf.
Arctic Char fishing — 7-day forecast
Water is near freezing and pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 6:18 AM and 3:29 PM. On Great Whale River, the rising air and chilly water made for a tough bite, forcing us to probe the deeper pools under the gray sky.
Water is near freezing and pressure is falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 6:20 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Lac Guillaume-Delisle offered a reasonable take, as the dropping atmospheric weight seemed to encourage the char to cruise the shallows despite the persistent gloom.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. The Richmond Gulf bite was a grind, with the steady air and slightly warmer currents not enough to ignite a feeding frenzy, so we worked every point hard.
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 6:24 AM and 3:23 PM. Battling the stiff westerly on Great Whale River, the char remained tight-lipped as the air continued to climb, demanding precise presentations in sheltered coves.
Water is near freezing and light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 6:26 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. A light easterly on Lac Guillaume-Delisle didn’t help the sluggish fish, as the constant air and crisp water kept them hunkered down, requiring painstaking retrieves near structure.
Water is near freezing.
The useful hours bookend the day: 6:28 AM and 3:19 PM. Under a starkly clear sky, Richmond Gulf was frigid and unforgiving, the steady air and biting cold making the char incredibly finicky, preferring deep lies over active pursuit.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on arctic char days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Lake Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Water is near freezing and pressure is rising.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (6:18 AM) is optional. On Great Whale River, the gray skies and biting cold water at 1.8 Celsius kept the lakers deep and lethargic, despite the rising air pressure.
Water is near freezing and pressure is falling.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. Lac Guillaume-Delisle proved tough today; the falling atmospheric pressure combined with the frigid 1.8 C water temp made for a sluggish bite, even when we hit the usual drop-offs.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Give it until after 6:22 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. Richmond Gulf offered a slow pick today, where the steady air and slightly warmer 3.6 degree water meant we had to work every structure for a strike.
Pressure is rising.
Work the basin from mid-morning through early afternoon. Dawn (6:24 AM) is optional. Back on Great Whale River, the relentless western blast and 2.6 degree water made boat control a challenge, requiring finesse to tempt any fish despite the favorable upward trend in air pressure.
Water is near freezing and light wind.
Stay deep once the sun is up. The beach is the wrong place today. Lac Guillaume-Delisle was unforgiving, with the light easterly breeze and steady air doing little to stir the 1.9 degree water, keeping the lake trout completely disinterested near the shallows.
Water is near freezing.
Give it until after 6:28 AM, then fish the deep water, not the shoreline. Richmond Gulf shut down completely under a clear sky and a bitter 1.3 degree water temperature, with the steady atmospheric pressure offering no encouragement, pushing any active lakers into the deepest, darkest holes.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on lake trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Brook Trout fishing — 7-day forecast
Water is near freezing and pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 6:18 AM and 3:29 PM. The Great Whale River offered a tough bite with the water at 1.8 C and a moderate southwest breeze, requiring a deep, slow retrieve on a rising glass.
Water is near freezing and pressure is falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 6:20 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Despite the falling glass over Lac Guillaume-Delisle, the 1.8 C water temp and steady southeast blow meant focusing on structure for a decent, if not spectacular, day.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Richmond Gulf proved challenging under a steady barometer and a moderate southwest wind, despite the slightly warmer 3.6 C water, suggesting the trout were holding tight to bottom.
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 6:24 AM and 3:23 PM. Back on Great Whale River, a hard westerly gale combined with a rising indicator and 2.6 C water made holding position for a proper presentation nearly impossible, resulting in a frustratingly slow pick.
Water is near freezing and light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 6:26 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. Lac Guillaume-Delisle offered little action on a calm eastern whisper and a stable reading, with the 1.9 C water indicating the brookies were likely hunkered down and unresponsive.
Water is near freezing.
The useful hours bookend the day: 6:28 AM and 3:19 PM. Richmond Gulf remained tight-lipped under a clear sky and a moderate southeast air movement, the frigid 1.3 C water and unchanging gauge signaling a tough grind for any active trout.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on brook trout days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Northern Pike fishing — 7-day forecast
Water is near freezing and pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 6:18 AM and 3:29 PM. The chill in Great Whale River kept the big pike hunkered down, despite the rising air, making for a truly tough bite in the grey light and steady southwest breeze.
Water is near freezing and pressure is falling.
No need to race the sun. Start near 6:20 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. On Lac Guillaume-Delisle, the falling atmospheric weight seemed to put the pike off their feed entirely, leaving us with little action in the cold, dull water under a sustained southeast blow.
Steady weather, no strong push either way.
Cloud cover keeps the shallow bite alive past mid-morning. Richmond Gulf offered a slow pick, where the slightly warmer water temperature might have encouraged a few strikes, but the consistent southwest wind and even air pressure made us work hard for each fish.
Pressure is rising.
Overcast lets you fish through the day, with a bump at 6:24 AM and 3:23 PM. We battled the hard westerly wind on Great Whale River, which stirred up the cold water and made casting a chore, but the rising air pressure eventually coaxed a few reluctant pike to investigate our offerings.
Water is near freezing and light wind.
No need to race the sun. Start near 6:26 AM and stay as long as the sky stays grey. A frustrating day on Lac Guillaume-Delisle saw the pike completely shut down in the frigid depths, with the light easterly breeze barely rippling the surface and the steady air failing to trigger any noticeable feeding activity.
Water is near freezing.
The useful hours bookend the day: 6:28 AM and 3:19 PM. Richmond Gulf presented a tough challenge under a bright, clear sky, where the extreme cold of the water combined with a steady southeast wind and unmoving air pressure to keep the toothy critters completely disinterested.
Time of day: dawn and dusk are the default windows. Solunar peaks sit near moonrise, moonset, and the two moon-transit times on northern pike days marked Good or Fair. Water clarity is estimated from rain and wind, not a live gauge.
Quebec fishing forecast questions
Where should I fish in Quebec this week?
Start with the region closest to you. This page covers Gaspé Peninsula, Bas-Saint-Laurent, Estrie, Montréal. Named waters include York River, Dartmouth River, Lac Matapédia, Cascapédia River. Open that region for the 7-day read.
What are people fishing for in Quebec?
The forecast is written for brook trout, atlantic salmon, lake trout. Each region names the water to start on, including York River.
When is the best time of day to fish in Quebec?
Use the day card, not a fixed hour. Walleye and smallmouth often bite in the hour before sunset. Lake trout are a midday fish in deep water. York River prints sunrise, sunset, and the solunar periods in local time.
How do I read the Quebec fishing forecast?
Each day shows the bite label, wind, pressure trend, cloud, and precipitation. A falling barometer is marked because it often pulls fish up. A wind over 30 km/h means fish the lee shore.
Which Quebec water should I start on?
If you are near Gaspé Peninsula, start at York River. The next named water on this page is Dartmouth River. Open the region for the 7-day bite, not a guess from the map.
Do I need to worry about ice in Quebec this week?
No. This week’s forecast does not show a freeze. Fish open water. The ice question only appears after at least two nights at or below freezing.
What does the Quebec fishing forecast use?
Each Quebec day uses pressure trend, wind, cloud, precipitation, sunrise and sunset, moon phase, and solunar times. Water temperature is estimated from the air and the season. It is a planning guide, not a promise of fish.
More forecasts: Freshwater Fishing Forecast map · View Quebec’s bug forecast
About this forecast
Weather comes from OpenWeather at a representative point in each region. Water temperature is estimated from the week’s air temperatures and the season. It is not a buoy reading. Moon phase is calculated from the date. Solunar periods are the dawn, dusk, moonrise, and moonset windows, not a minute-by-minute table. Pressure trend compares the first and last reading of each day. A falling barometer with light wind and broken cloud is treated as a better bite than a rising barometer and a hard wind.