Ice Fishing

Sparrow Lake Ice Fishing

The OG Cottage is on Sparrow Lake near Gravenhurst, Muskoka which is an excellent fishing lake. Fancy catching a 6 pound Bass, Pickerel or Walleye? How about a 14 pound Northern Pike? Ever wrestled a 5 foot long Muskie? These are some of the great specimens of Sparrow Lake.

Want to know what fish are in Sparrow Lake?

Sparrow Lake offers Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Muskie, Smallmouth Bass, Crappie and Bluegill. In addition, you may find Bluntnose Minnow, Bowfin, Brown Bullhead, Carp, Channel Catfish, Golden Shiner, Logperch, Muskellunge, Pumpkinseed, Redhorse Sucker, Rock Bass, Troutperch, White Sucker, Yellow Perch, and Yellow Pickerel


Some have wondered whether fish stocks have been depleted in the Muskoka lakes, but have no fear. The Ministry of Natural Resources has instigated stocking programs and careful management strategies to maintain a healthy game fish population. Many anglers also contribute with catch-and-release efforts.

Want an ice hut?

You can weather the elements directly with a chair, or rent an ice fishing hut from Sopher's Landing.

Thinking of building your own ice hut? Check out these ice hut plans to work from.

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