North Barlow Lake Fishing in Cochrane District, Ontario

• Overview

  North Barlow Lake sits in Cochrane District, out in Ontario. Beyond the shoreline you have northern bush. It measures about 80 hectares, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. With about 3.5 km of edge, you can try several depths in one session. 58 km away sits Longlac, the nearest town. Geraldton is 88 km away, with Manitouwadge at 101 km. It lies deep inside the county rather than near an edge.

• Where to Fish on North Barlow Lake

  No published figure covers depth, so learn it as you fish. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. Species logged across Cochrane District include northern pike, yellow perch, white sucker, Iowa darter and logperch. Species recorded across the county may be limited to a few waters. Read North Barlow Lake before you fish it and the day goes better.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Climate records put July near 16°C and January near -19°C. Winter owns most of the year at this latitude. Once it clears, about early May, the fishing comes on quickly. Going by climate averages, expect open water from about early May until roughly mid November. May into June fishes hardest, and September gives a second good stretch before the lid returns. That is the shape of the year on North Barlow Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access is not recorded for this water. No dam controls it, and the level follows the season. No car park, ramp or path is recorded within easy reach of the shore. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Check whether a boat is allowed before you tow one. Keep proof of licence with you rather than in the car. For a change of water, Wabigano Lake is 10 km distant. Check the position at North Barlow Lake before loading the car.