salmon-fishing

Salmon

The rapids of the St. Marys River are a mecca for fly fishers. The river is home to the Atlantic and a range of Pacific Salmon that will readily come to a fly or lure. The salmon runs begin in July and go right into October each year. Best of all, you can stay at a local hotel in downtown Sault Ste. Marie and easily walk down to the river. For spey anglers, the St. Marys River is perfect for this type of fly fishing. There are experienced guides in the region who can help you select the best time to visit for the species you want.

Tips For Salmon Fishing In The St. Marys River And Rapids

  • We recommend hiring a local guide service familiar with navigating the river and rapids.
  • The rapids are accessed from the Sault Ste. Marie Canal. The Parks Canada website has great information on this urban fishing experience.
  • Please respect the environment. Leave no trace. Clear Your Gear.

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Brennan Harbour Resort

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We fish the islands of the Whalesback Channel of Lake Huron and the Spanish River for Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Lake Trout and Perch.

Melwel Lodge

Iron Bridge, Ontario

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Relax and enjoy the tranquil setting along the shoreline of Melwel Bay. Offering 11 gorgeously restored, immaculately maintained cabins.

Wawa Motor Inn

Wawa, Ontario

Fish: WalleyePikeBrook Trout

The Wawa Motor Inn features 70 motel units & 18 rustic housekeeping chalets. Free in-room coffee, cable television, & high-speed internet WIFI.

Blue Heron Resort

Spanish, Ontario

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Family Fishing Resort on the Spanish River. Fish for Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass and more. Modern cottages, camping and RV sites.

Tyler Dunn Guiding

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

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Tyler offers a year round fishing guide service that specializes in unique, personal fishing adventures throughout the entire Algoma region.

Spanish River Resort and Campground / Mitchells’ Camp

Spanish, Ontario

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Quiet campgrounds and riverfront cabins at the mouth of the Spanish River, located one kilometre from the North Channel of Lake Huron.

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Spanish, Ontario

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Business NameAddressCity/TownPhone Number
Blue Heron ResortPO Box 359, 175 Kring RoadSpanish ON, P0P 2A0705-844-2596
Brennan Harbour Resort308 Brennan Harbour Road, PO Box 389Spanish ON, P0P 2A0705-844-1136
Melwel Lodge435 Melwel RoadIron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0705-842-2141
Spanish River Resort and Campground / Mitchells’ Camp69 Colonization RoadSpanish ON, P0P 2A0705-844-2202
Tyler Dunn Guiding12 Laird StreetSault Ste. Marie ON, P6B 2R9705-206-0984
Wawa Motor Inn118 Mission RoadWawa ON, P0S 1K0705-856-2278
Bell’s Point Beach Campground158 Hwy 17 EastGarden River ON, P6A 6Z3705-946-7781
Clear Lake Camp21272 Hwy 17Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0705-842-5090
Flying Eagle Camps and Backcountry Outfitters 26 Millwood StreetSault Ste. Marie ON, P6A 6S9705-255-1902
Redwood Sportfishing Charters313 Wilson StreetSault Ste. Marie ON, P6B 2K7705-941-8272