Where can I fish for carp in Ontario?

Some of my favourite bodies of water for carp include: Lake Ontario, Bay of Quinte, St. Lawrence River, and the Rideau River. Although some anglers enjoy targeting carp by stalking them and sight fishing from a boat, they’re primarily targeted from shore using set lines, which makes them very accessible.

Is carp fishing legal in Ontario?

TORONTO — Today, the Ontario government announced new regulations to make fishing for common carp more accessible. “I’m happy to announce that anglers will now be able to use up to three lines when targeting common carp in Fisheries Management Zones 12-20.

Is there a season on carp fishing in Ontario?

The carp fishing season opens this year on May 1st and runs until July 31st.

How many carp can you keep in Ontario?

Catch & Possession Limits

	Fishing License – Catch & Possession Limits
Perch	50	25
Bluegill/pumkinseed/sunfish	300**	15
Catfish	12	6
Carp	No Limit	No Limit

What kind of bait do carp like?

Carp are omnivorous and will eat plankton, insects, and larvae, as well as tender plant stems and river weeds, so baiting carp is relatively easy. Boilies are the go-to bait for most carp anglers. The scent of the fishmeal in the boilies drives carp wild.

Can you fish on Toronto Island?

The Toronto Island has an abundant amount of water ways that go through the island and make for one of the best fishing locations in Toronto. There are also many marinas which attract a great northern pike and carp population.

Can you carp fish all year?

Carp can be caught all year round though it is harder during the very cold months as their metabolism is slower at this time of year and so they tend not to eat as much, or as often as they would in the warmer seasons.

What fish can you catch in Toronto?

The Toronto Islands are full of lagoons and bays where you can reel in an unbeatable mix of fish. Northern Pike are the most famous here, but you can also land trophy-sized Carp, Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Muskie, Walleye, Trout, Salmon, and a variety of smaller species like Bluegill and Rock Bass.

Where are you allowed to fish in Toronto?

Fishing in Toronto

• Toronto Islands.
• Tommy Thompson Park.
• Ashbridges Bay Park.
• High Park: south end of Grenadier Pond only (review permitted fishing area )
• Humber River Marsh: mouth of Humber River upstream to Lake Shore Boulevard West.
• Rouge River Marsh: Lawrence Avenue, east of Port Union Road.
• Bluffers Park.

Are you allowed to fish at night in Ontario?

Chris Jones, a ministry conservation officer in the Peterborough region, said that while night fishing isn’t illegal when anglers have a valid fishing licence and are following the necessary rules and regulations of the fisheries act, the use of artificial light to attract fish is prohibited.

Is carp fishing growing in Ontario?

The sport of Carp fishing is growing steadily in Ontario. The number of Carp that inhabit Ontario waters is significant and offers promise of a great future for this sport. What other fish exists in Ontario that school in numbers reaching 1,000-plus.

Where can I go fishing in Toronto?

There are also other places that are 45 minutes to 60 minutes drive from downtown Toronto that can offer world-class fishing. There are good options for river fishing for salmon, steelhead, Brook Trout, Brown Trout, and Rainbow trout in the rivers to the east and west of Toronto.

Where can I catch carp in GTA 5?

Carp are abundant in almost every body of water in the GTA. This is due to them not being sensitive to pollution. They can reach up to twenty pounds in certain locations and can put up a fair fight. Best Carp fishing spots are, Duffins Creek Marsh, Frenchman’s Bay and Marie Curtis Park in the west end.

Where did I first hear about carp fishing?

I first heard of Carp fishing as a boy when reading “The Art of Angling”, written by Tiny Bennet. Tiny was the outdoor columnist for the Toronto Sun until his death in the early 1980’s. He was an avid fisher with a passion for fishing Carp from the Humbor River in central Toronto.