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Catfish fishing in Ontario

Types of Catfish in Ontario

Best baits and lures for Catfish in Ontario

According to catch data from over 20 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the best baits used to catch Catfish.

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Channel catfish

Big Otter Creek

29 in · 9 lb 1 oz

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Channel catfish

Detroit River (CAN)

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Channel catfish

Lake Lisgar

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Channel catfish

Lake Saint Clair (CAN)

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Channel catfish

Lake Saint Clair (CAN)

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Channel catfish

Grand River

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Channel catfish

Grand River

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Channel catfish

Grand River

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Channel catfish

Lac aux Allumettes

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Channel catfish

Grand River

18 in · 3 lb 5 oz

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FAQ

🎣 What Catfish species can you catch in Ontario?
Anglers in Ontario commonly catch several Catfish species, including Channel catfish and Flathead catfish, according to reports from Fishbrain members.

These species can be found in many lakes, rivers and streams throughout the area. If you are targeting a specific species, you can use the to filter catches by species and see where anglers are catching them and which baits they are using.
📍 Where are the best places to catch Catfish in Ontario?
Catfish are caught in lakes, rivers and streams throughout Ontario. Popular fishing waters reported by Fishbrain members include Lake Ontario (CAN), Grand River, and Niagara River.

The allows anglers to see exact catch locations shared by other members, helping you discover productive fishing spots where Catfish have recently been caught.