Fishing at Lac Ephemere, Côte-Nord, Quebec

• Overview

  Lac Ephemere is one of the Côte-Nord waters in Quebec. Everything around it is northern bush. It is high ground by Quebec standards. Saint-Honoré sits 110 km from here and is the nearest stop. Saguenay is the closest city, 121 km away. Within easy reach: Lac de l'Abus near enough 0.9 km, Lac Bourglouis after 1.5 km, Lac Treuil near enough 1.5 km, Lac Embryon after 2.1 km and Lac Riverin near enough 2.5 km. It sits well inside the county, so one set of rules covers it.

• Where to Fish on Lac Ephemere

  Depth is unknown to us, and the shoreline is the better guide. On a natural lake the weed line and the shelf beyond it do the work. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. Survey and observation records for Côte-Nord include logperch. Species recorded across the county may be limited to a few waters. The shape of Lac Ephemere decides where the fish sit.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Expect July near 15°C and January near -19°C on the long-run figures. Long winters and short summers set the pattern. Break-up comes around mid May, and the run that follows is short and strong. Averages place the thaw at mid May and the freeze at mid November. June through September is the settled part of the year, with the shoulders busier for fish. It holds true on Lac Ephemere more years than not.

• Tackle & Baits

  No access rule appears in what we hold. Mapping is blank for access, so scout the approach before committing the car. Perch take small lures and worms fished near the bottom close to structure. Look for a notice board at the entrance. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. Lac de l'Abus sits 0.9 km off and takes the overflow. Confirm access to Lac Ephemere locally before you travel.