Best Fishing Times

Knowing when to fish makes all the difference. Use our guide and downloadable program to plan your trip around peak feeding times at Lac Sopwith.

Download the Best Fishing Times Program

Download our ZIP file containing a program that calculates the best fishing times based on moon phases and solunar tables.

Click here to see Demo of a program that shows best fishing times

Fishing Season

Fishing season at Lac Sopwith starts May 1st. Speckled trout are most abundant in spring. Lake trout can be caught throughout the season by trolling and jigging at appropriate depths.

Speckled Trout (Brook Trout)

Best in spring (May–June). Early morning and evening are peak times. Fish near inlets and shaded areas.

Lake Trout (Grey Trout)

Available throughout the season. Troll or jig at feeding depths. Trophy fish are always a possibility at Sopwith.

Directions to Sopwith Outfitters

We are located at 170 Sandy Lane, Otter Lake, Quebec — approximately 20 minutes from Otter Lake.

From Quyon, Quebec

From Quyon, Quebec: Take Highway 148 west to Otter Lake Road, then follow signs to Sandy Lane.

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From Arnprior, Ontario

From Arnprior, Ontario: Cross the Ottawa River and head north through Quyon, then follow directions above.

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