Kenora, Ontario, Canada Bass Fishing

Kenora, Ontario is on the north shore of Lake of the Woods in Canada. Lake of the Woods has over 65,000 miles of shoreline and 14,500 islands. This massive lake produces numerous big bass every year. Because about 99 percent of the bass caught are released, the bass population is doing very well in both size and numbers. Your accommodations choices on Lake of the Woods include drive-in resorts not far from the City of Kenora as well as boat-in lodges on some of the many islands. The Kenora drive in lodges on Lake of the Woods are on Big Stone Bay and Pine Portage Bay. Smallmouth bass fishing in found throughout most of the lake.

Boat-in Fishing Accommodations with Bass Fishing

There are some great boat-in lodges and outposts on Lake of the Woods. These are either located on islands, or peninsulas long enough to make you feel like you're on an island. You'll find great bass fishing heading out towards and into Shoal Lake via Shoal Lake Narrows and Labyrinth Bay (in the northwest corner of Lake of the Woods). Tons of 4 lb plus smallies will be taken on these waters, with the chance to catch a trophy always near. The northeast section of Lake of the Woods, including Pipestone and Moore Bays, also has good smallmouth bass fishing. There are also boat to outpost camps on Big Island and on Resolute Island, which are farther south on LOWS.

Drive-in Lodges on Surrounding Lakes

Not only does Lake of the Woods have fantastic bass fishing, but many of the smaller surrounding lakes do too. You can drive-in to lodges on Longbow Lake, Andy Lake, Dogtooth Lake, Separation Lake, Blindfold Lake, Willard Lake, Richard Lake and on Armstrong Lake in Reddit. The Winnipeg River also has great bass fishing.

Fly-in Fishing Accommodations with Bass Fishing

Kenora has numerous fly-in fishing outposts and all-inclusive lodges. Fly into outpost lakes such as Brown Bear, Roger, Scenic, Trout, Walleye Lakes. You can also stay at a American plan lodge, where your meals will be included. Fly into a resort on the English River system north of Kenora. (Maynard and Lount Lakes both have fantastic bass fishing)

Bass Fishing Tips

Smallmouth bass often seem to be not far from deep water. Look for some rocky points and you'll fins some smallies. Spinner and buzz baits are great for novices as they don't require the feel that a jig does. They are also easy to cast, can go through weeds fairly easily and the hook comes out of the fish much easier than with a crankbait. You should also bring along some jigs and colored rubber tails. Use 6 or 8 pound test line with jigs from 1/8 to 1/4 oz, and have a few lighter and heavier in case you need them. Smallmouth also love leeches. Top water lures like the Baby Torpedo or Pop-R's will also take both large and smallmouth bass during any month. Dancing a floating Rapala or similar minnow bait will also take bass. These are only a few tips, you outfitter will have plenty of more bass fishing tips when you get there.

Bass Fishing Tournaments

Kenora host the Annual KBI, Kenora Bass International Fishing Tournament. It is a catch & Release event on beautiful Lake of the Woods. The tournament is usually hled on the Thursay, Friday and Saturday after the August Long weekend. The first KBI was held in 1988 with 43 boats. Today, 150 teams are allowed in and it is one of the best bass fishing tournaments around. Besides the top prize for the biggest total over three days, there is Team Canada/Team USA competition, a KBI kids tournament, a community fish fry, a Ukrainian Dinner, and a Steak Dinner on Saturday for all anglers, sponsors, guest and volunteers. Even if you aren't fishing in the tournament, don't miss the weigh-ins. They are great to watch, especially the top 10 KBI anglers parading through the tent.

If you'd like to go Ontario smallmouth bass fishing, please link to the following resorts, fly-in outposts and houseboat rentals that offer bass fishing. If these fishing camps are all booked up for the week you wish to go, please visit our website dedicated to Ontario Canada Bass Fishing.

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