Out on Lake Ontario, anglers target salmon and trout from spring through fall. In the spring, the fishing can be very good for brown trout, lake trout and steelhead as they move much shallower. They are here in the summer too, but will be found much deeper. The King salmon fishing gets good in the summer and it runs into September. There are plenty of fishing charters in the area that target salmon, trout and other species of fish too.
Best Baits for Salmon
Salmon will eat a variety of baits. Many anglers use artificial lures while they troll for salmon. Anglers do use live baits as well, but artificial lures such as soft plastics, hard baits and flies are more popular.
Learn More
Best Rigs for Salmon
There aren’t as many rigs that you will need to learn about salmon compared to bass fishing. However, if you are new to salmon fishing, some of these rigs may be completely new to you. Anglers may be using a dodger & fly, downriggers, planer boards, dipsey divers and more. Learn more about the best rigs for salmon fishing.
Best Techniques for Salmon
Casting and trolling are definitely the most popular techniques for salmon. However, fly fishing is pretty popular too once they move into the rivers to spawn.
To learn more, take a look at our best techniques for salmon page.
Learn More About Salmon
Our salmon fishing section has tons of tips on the best lures, live baits, where to catch them and how to catch them.
Visit our salmon fishing website to learn more.