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Guided salmon fishing in Ontario
Walk & wade river fishing for Chinook, Coho, Atlantic salmon and Steelhead, depending on the river, season and applicable regulations. Beginners welcome.
From $250 CAD / person
- Toronto / GTA
- Southern Ontario
- Walk & wade
- No boat required
- 6-hour trips
- Beginners welcome
- Private or group
- French & English
At a glance
Guided walk-and-wade salmon trips in the tributary rivers of Lake Ontario, fly fishing or spinning, 6 hours of fishing, from $250 CAD per person. Waders required, gear not provided.
- Where
- Tributary rivers and streams of Lake Ontario (north shore, near Toronto)
- Techniques
- Fly fishing or spinning, walk & wade
- Duration
- 6 hours of fishing per day
- Price
- 1 day $250 · 2 days $600 · 3 days $900 CAD / person
- Transport
- Round trip from Montreal +$100 / person, if available
- Booking
- Online request, no payment now, personal confirmation
Included
- On-site guide for 6 hours of fishing
- Sector chosen from the run, conditions and applicable regulations
- Fly fishing or spinning coaching, beginners welcome
- Water reading, presentation and fish fighting
Not included
- Waders and wading boots: required, bring your own
- Fishing gear (rod, reel, lures, flies): not provided
- Ontario fishing licence: buy online
- Camping equipment for the 2- and 3-day packages
Round-trip transport from Montreal available: +$100 per person, subject to availability.
The essentials at a glance
Guided salmon fishing in Ontario: what to expect
Ontario salmon fishing takes place on foot, wearing waders, in the tributary rivers and streams of Lake Ontario, fly fishing or spinning. Waders are required and gear is not provided; round-trip transport from Montreal can be arranged for an extra $100 per person when available. Depending on the river, season and applicable regulations, guided trips may target Chinook, coho, Atlantic salmon or steelhead; some trout species may also be present. Three packages are available: one day with 6 hours of fishing for $250 per person, 2 days / 1 night of backcountry camping for $600, and 3 days / 2 nights for $900. A valid Ontario fishing licence is required.
Ontario salmon packages
One day or a full expedition
1 day
6 hours of fishing
- 6 hours of guided fishing on carefully selected stretches
- Come solo, book a private group, or join a group
- Wade fishing in rivers and streams
- Beginners welcome, with techniques taught on the water
2 days / 1 night
Backcountry camping
- 6 hours of fishing per day, two full days
- One night of backcountry camping in the wild
- Camping equipment is not included
- Access, fishing areas and the fishing plan are handled for you
3 days / 2 nights
Backcountry camping
- 6 hours of fishing per day, three full days
- Two nights of backcountry camping, away from commercial sites
- Camping equipment is not included
- More time to adapt the fishing plan to current conditions
Come solo, book a private group, or join a group when space is available. Camping equipment is not included with the 2- and 3-day packages.
Target species
Chinook, coho, Atlantic salmon, steelhead and trout
Species targeted vary by river, season, current conditions and applicable regulations. They are not all present or legally open at the same time.
Chinook salmon
King salmon — the largest
Present in certain rivers during its run, depending on the season and applicable regulations. Known for powerful strikes and long runs.
Coho salmon
Bright spawning colours
Present in certain rivers during its run, depending on the season and applicable regulations. Fast and acrobatic.
Atlantic salmon
A dream fish
A possibility in certain waters, depending on the river, season and applicable regulations. Precise presentation matters.
Steelhead
Migratory rainbow trout
A migratory fish targeted when the river, season and regulations allow it. Chrome, explosive and unpredictable.
Rainbow trout
Rivers and streams
May be present in certain waters, depending on the river, season and applicable regulations.
Brown trout
Wary and powerful
May be encountered in certain waters, depending on the river, season and applicable regulations.
Brook trout
The wild classic
A cold-water species found only in certain waters, depending on the river, season and applicable regulations.
Where it happens
Salmon fishing near Toronto and across southern Ontario
Trips take place on rivers in southern Ontario along the north shore of Lake Ontario. The river and stretch are selected according to the run, recent conditions, permitted access and applicable regulations, so they may change from week to week.
You can leave from Montreal or Toronto, or meet us at the agreed location. The exact area is confirmed a few days before the trip according to conditions and legal openings — never locked in advance.
- Possible areas along Lake Ontario’s north shore, including the GTA, Bowmanville and Port Hope regions
- Water selected according to the run, conditions and applicable regulations
- Wade fishing in rivers and streams
- Departure possible from Montreal or Toronto, or meet on site
Good to know
Licence, groups and backcountry camping
Regulations & licence
- A valid Ontario fishing licence is required
- Buy the licence online quickly and easily
- Fishing seasons, limits and local regulations must be followed
- Respect for nature and the resource
For every angler
- Come solo, as a couple or in a small group
- Join a group when space is available
- Beginners are welcome
- Friendly and safety-minded atmosphere
- Experienced, passionate guide
Backcountry camping
- Wild settings away from commercial campgrounds
- An authentic outdoor adventure
- Bring your camping gear, sleeping bag and food
- Permitted access and the fishing plan are adapted to current conditions
Next steps
From reading to a line in the water
Recent guided fishing trips
October 3, 2026 — Ontario Zone 17
3 Chinook Salmon in Ontario Zone 17 — October 3, 2026 Report
On October 3, 2026, three anglers caught and released three Chinook salmon in a river and a creek in Ontario’s Zone 17. After the general Pacific salmon season closed on September 30, only certain sections with fall exceptions remained open. The anglers observed fewer salmon in the accessible sections than in September. Regional conditions were cool and sunny, with about 8–10 °C in the morning, pressure around 1026–1028 hPa and a last-quarter moon at about 51% illumination.
Read the full report →
September 24, 2026 — Ontario Zone 17
12 Chinook Salmon in One Ontario Trip — September 24, 2026 Report
On September 24, 2026, two anglers caught 12 Chinook salmon on one trip in southern Ontario: 11 in a Lake Ontario tributary in Zone 17 and 1 directly in Lake Ontario. In Oshawa, air temperature ranged from about 11 °C in the morning to 19 °C in the afternoon, with high pressure around 1033–1034 hPa. The moon was a waxing gibbous at 97.3% illumination. Lake Ontario water temperature measured by the Ajax buoy ranged from roughly 17.5 to 18.5 °C.
Read the full report →
FAQ
Ontario salmon fishing questions
- How much does a guided salmon fishing trip in Ontario cost?
- The one-day trip includes 6 hours of fishing and costs $250 per person. The 2-day / 1-night backcountry camping package costs $600 per person, and the 3-day / 2-night package costs $900 per person. Camping equipment is not included.
- Which species can we target?
- Depending on the river, season and applicable regulations, possible species include Chinook, coho and Atlantic salmon, steelhead, rainbow trout, brown trout or brook trout. They are not all present or legally open everywhere at the same time.
- Do I need an Ontario fishing licence?
- Yes, subject to applicable exemptions. Buying online is very easy: allow about 5 minutes, sometimes less if your account is already ready. For Quebec and other Canadian residents outside Ontario, a one-day sport fishing licence costs $15.21 + tax (2026 fee). An Outdoors Card is not required with this one-day licence. For other licences that require it, the card costs $8.57 + tax, approximately $9 before tax, if you do not already have a valid card. Fees and exemptions vary by residency, age and circumstances; check the official portal before buying. Buy online: https://www.huntandfishontario.com/ Local seasons, limits and regulations must be followed.
- Where do the Ontario salmon trips take place?
- In legally accessible areas of southern Ontario along Lake Ontario’s north shore, including the GTA, Bowmanville and Port Hope regions. The exact water is selected according to the run, conditions and applicable regulations, then confirmed a few days before the trip.
- Can I come alone?
- Yes. Trips are available solo, as a private group, or by joining an existing group when space is available.
- Is the trip suitable for beginners?
- Yes. This is active wade fishing, but the guide teaches water reading, presentation and fish fighting on the river. No previous salmon fishing experience is required.
- What should I bring?
- Your own waders and wading boots (required), your fishing gear (rod, reel, lures or flies — not provided), your Ontario licence, weather-appropriate clothing, and camping equipment for the 2- or 3-day packages.
- Is it fly fishing or spinning?
- Both. Trips are fly fishing or spinning, wading the tributary rivers of Lake Ontario. The guide adapts the presentation to your technique and the conditions.
- Can transport from Montreal be arranged?
- Yes, when possible depending on availability: round-trip transport from Montreal can be arranged for an extra $100 per person. You can also meet us on site.