Denison Lake in Algoma: How and When to Fish It

• Overview

  Denison Lake lies within the bounds of Algoma, Ontario. It lies 383 metres above sea level. At roughly 7 hectares, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. Most waters listed here for Algoma are larger. Elliot Lake sits 11 km from here and is the nearest stop. It is 126 km to Greater Sudbury, the nearest city. The nearest boundary is a fair way off.

• Where to Fish on Denison Lake

  Depth is unknown to us, and the shoreline is the better guide. Still water like this holds fish on the edges rather than out in the open. Read the surface for the wind lane, then fish the edge of it. Algoma records list walleye, northern pike, Iowa darter, yellow perch and white sucker among the fish reported. Species recorded across the county may be limited to a few waters. At Denison Lake light and wind decide more than tackle does.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Climate normals give 18°C for July and -12°C for January. Winter puts a hard lid on this one. Break-up comes around late April, and the run that follows is short and strong. Ice usually gives way near late April, and forms again about late November. The first weeks of open water and the last are the ones to plan for. Expect Denison Lake to follow that timing.

• Tackle & Baits

  We have no record of the rules that apply on this bank. You can camp about 720 m away, going by the mapping. Toilets show in mapping about 1.2 km away. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Night access is frequently treated as a separate matter. If the gate is shut, Cinder Lake at 0.6 km is the nearest alternative. Check the current arrangement for Denison Lake.