Lac Naarittukallalik, Quebec: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Look for Lac Naarittukallalik in the Nord-du-Québec part of Quebec. Tidal water begins 20 km from here. This is sizeable water at about 1.72 sq km, and a boat opens up most of it. There is roughly 13 km of bank, more than one visit can cover properly. It lies lower than most water we list in Quebec. Nearest town is Inukjuak, 38 km off. The nearest city of size is Saguenay, 1190 km away. This one is safely inside the county line.

• Where to Fish on Lac Naarittukallalik

  We hold no depth figure 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. Survey and observation records for Nord-du-Québec include Arctic charr, brook trout and lake trout. Records at this level tell you what is in the area. The shape of Lac Naarittukallalik decides where the fish sit.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warm month here averages 12°C; the cold one sits at -24°C. Winter owns most of the year at this latitude. Hard cover is dependable here; it goes around early June. Climate averages put the opening at about early June and the closing near early November. June through September is the settled part of the year, with the shoulders busier for fish. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Lac Naarittukallalik.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public sources are silent on who controls the bank. Records list it as a natural water body rather than an impoundment. No car park, ramp or path is recorded within easy reach of the shore. Light line and small metal for the trout; a fly rod earns its place on calm evenings. Take the rules with you rather than trusting memory. Access can change hands, so last year's answer may not hold. The nearest alternative is Lac Sailasiup Tasinga, 2.9 km out. Check the position on Lac Naarittukallalik before loading the car.