Peter Lake near Lively: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  You will find Peter Lake in Greater Sudbury, Ontario. The setting is rolling bush on every side. Surface area runs to roughly 1.32 sq km, so plan for one area rather than the whole. Shoreline length is close to 9.4 km, and each section fishes a little differently. Few waters listed in Greater Sudbury are bigger. The closest town, Lively, is 28 km away. Greater Sudbury is 38 km and Azilda 41 km. No boundary runs near, so the local rules hold throughout.

• Where to Fish on Peter Lake

  Depth figures are not published for this one. Look for the band where the shallows give up and the bottom falls away. Bays and points beat straight shoreline every time on water like this. Fish documented in Greater Sudbury include smallmouth bass, yellow perch, northern pike, pumpkinseed and rock bass. The county figures include rivers and lakes alike. On Peter Lake the first feature you find is usually worth a session.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The range across the year is -11°C to 19°C. A solid cap is the normal state through winter. Expect a solid lid for months and a thaw around late April. On the long-run averages the water opens up around late April and starts locking again about early December. The strong weeks are the first after break-up and the last before the freeze. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Peter Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  We hold no note on access for this one. Records list it as a natural water body rather than an impoundment. Mapping shows no built access close by; expect to walk in from wherever you can leave the car. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Gates get locked out of season on water like this. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. The nearest alternative is Hideaway Lake, 1.1 km out. Confirm access to Peter Lake locally before you travel.