Make the most of summer by finding the perfect spot in Toronto to sit back and relax by the water while fishing!
Whether you’re a fishing enthusiast or looking to try something new, we compiled a list of Toronto’s most popular fishing spots to check out. And make sure not to forget your fishing licence before you head out!
Here are seven fishing spots in the city.
Toronto Harbourfront
Location: 235 Queens Quay
Cast your fishing reels at Downtown Toronto’s very own waterfront! This location is a popular site for many Toronto fishers, and you can expect to catch an array of fish! Sunfish are amongst the most popular fish caught in this area.
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Toronto Islands
From carps, pikes, catfish, and bass—the Toronto Islands is home to all sorts of fish living in Lake Ontario! By taking a quick ferry ride, the trip to the islands is not only a nice getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city, but it is a frequently visited site to get great catches by other fishers!
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Bluffer’s Park Marina
Location: 7 Brimley Rd. S.
Head to Scarborough for a day of fishing adventures! Whether it’s on or off-boat fishing, you can expect to catch fish like bass, trout, and salmon. This park is also perfect for picnics and has walking trails if you need to take a break from the reels.
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Don River Fish Ladder
Location: 1191 Lawrence Ave. E.
This popular spot is a dreamland for all fishers. This beautiful river is known for having Chinook salmon, Common carp, and Brook trout! While fishing is allowed in different areas of the Don River, this spot is highly recommended by fishers in the Toronto area!
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Grenadier Pond
Location: 1873 Bloor St. W.
Located in Toronto’s popular High Park, this spot is the only location you are allowed to fish at in the park. Known for their largemouth bass, brown bullhead, carp, and more, this space is one to not overlook! Just remember that the rest of the park is a protected natural area, so it is important to respect all regulations, such as not catching and releasing or using boats.
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Tommy Thompson Park
Location: 1 Leslie St.
This area near downtown Toronto is the perfect location to view Toronto’s urban wildlife, without straying too far away from the city! With more than 300 recorded animal species all over the park, you may just catch something unique. Largemouth bass, yellow perch, and lake trout are amongst the most common fish species spotted at this location.
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G. Ross Lord Reservoir
Location: 4801 Dufferin St.
Fishing at this location will feel the most rewarding, as it’s a little bit more challenging than the rest. However, if you’re down for the extra pressure, you might just spot carp, rock bass, sunfish, and brown bullhead at this location!
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