Lac Clemence, Quebec: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Lac Clemence is a Nord-du-Québec water, Quebec side. Elevation runs to 377 metres. Nearest place of any size is Waswanipi, 56 km away. Then Lebel-sur-Quévillon, 80 km, and Chapais, 98 km. Alternatives close at hand: Lac Rita roughly 1.9 km, 4 km out stands Lac Michelle, Lac Chrissie roughly 4.7 km, 5 km out stands Lac Sandy and Lac Paddock roughly 5.7 km. No border sits close enough to matter.

• Where to Fish on Lac Clemence

  Depth is unknown to us, and the shoreline is the better guide. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. Still water like this holds fish on the edges rather than out in the open. Records held for Nord-du-Québec cover Arctic charr, brook trout and lake trout. Species recorded across the county may be limited to a few waters. Lac Clemence gives up its fish to patience rather than distance.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Averages move between -19°C in January and 16°C in July. Winter owns most of the year at this latitude. Winter locks it down, and early May brings it back. In an average year the thaw lands around early May and the freeze near mid November. Early summer and early autumn carry the open-water season. It holds true on Lac Clemence more years than not.

• Tackle & Baits

  No access rule appears in what we hold. The map shows no ramp or car park nearby, so this is a walk-in water. Trout here take small spinners, spoons and, where fly water allows, a nymph or dry. Local rules can differ across the county line, so check where you stand. Where tickets apply, they are sold in the nearest town rather than on the bank. Lac Rita, 1.9 km away, makes the obvious fallback. Rules at Lac Clemence are worth checking on the day.