Fishing Regulations in Division 18 & Crotch Lake

Ontario MNR Fishing Regulations Page

Non-residents can buy a Fishing License and Outdoor Card on-line here

Please Note: Crotch Lake is a fish sanctuary from March 1st to the opening of Walleye, which is the 2nd Saturday in May.


Walleye (Yellow Pickerel) Regulations (Division 18):

Open Season: 2nd Sat. May to Dec. 31
Limit - Sport License: 4 in one day
Limit - Conservation License: 2 in one day
Size Restrictions: Must be between 16 inches and 19.5 inches (40 to 50 CM) - That is with the tail being pinched for max length.


Northern Pike Regulations (Division 18):

Open Season: 2nd Sat. May to Dec. 31
Limit - Sport License: 6 in one day
Limit - Conservation License: 2 in one day


Smallmouth Bass Regulations: (Division 18)

Open Season: 3rd Saturday in June to December 15th
Limit - Sport License: 6 in one day
Limit - Conservation License: 2 in one day


Largemouth Bass Regulations: (Division 18)

Open Season: 3rd Saturday in June to December 15th
Limit - Sport License: 6 in one day
Limit - Conservation License: 2 in one day


Perch (Yellow Perch) Regulations: (Division 18)

Open Season: On Crotch Lake 2nd Saturday in May to April 30
Limit - Sport License: 50 in one day
Limit - Conservation License: 25 in one day