Species & Tackle
With four major species to target, you'll never be bored at Cygnet Lake.
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Walleye |
Walleye - The poster child of Canadian fishing is extremely abundant in Cygnet Lake. With the lake’s great structure, weedy bays and high baitfish population it’s harder to find a spot where the walleyes don’t roam than where they do. 100 walleyes boated in a day is the norm, not the exception. The lake is a perfect walleye factory. For walleye we recommend 6’-7’ spinning rods with 6#-8# line and 1/8 to ¼ oz jigs tipped with live bait, which is available at camp. Other popular techniques include trolling with lindy rigs, spinner rigs or casting crank baits. Which technique works best will depend on the time of year. Give Dan a call and he’ll be able to tell you what the pattern will be and what they’re biting on for the time period you’re looking at coming.
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Northern Pike |
Northern Pike - The fierce northern pike is always a blast to catch. Their powerful hits and long wild runs will keep any angler casting and wanting more. Like the walleye, the pike are extremely abundant because of the high population of resident baitfish and great lake composition. Large numbers in and above the slot are caught weekly, with the largest being 48” since 2002.
For pike we recommend 6’-7.5’ spinning or casting rods with a good braided or super line, such as PowerPro. Spinners, spoons, large crank baits and jerk baits are key to a great catch. Quality wire leaders are a must.
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Smallmouth Bass |
Smallmouth Bass - Cygnet Lake has a fair population of smallies, but most catches are incidental. If you would like to catch a bunch of smallies, contact Dan about one of our bush lake trips where they reign supreme in their own waters.
For smallmouth we recommend 6’-7’ spinning rods with 6#-8# line. Favorite baits include tube jigs, cranks, top water jerks. Leeches or crawlers on a hook with a split shot also work well.
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Perch |
Perch - Often overlooked as a species to be targeted by anglers, large perch are everywhere in Cygnet Lake. 11”-13” perch are common. Their smaller fillets fry up nicely and are delicious. Plus the liberal limits allow for a great fish fry back home reminding you of the great time you had at our camp.
For perch we recommend ultra light spinning tackle with 4#-6# mono line and 1/64 to 1/16 oz jigs tipped with half a minnow or piece of night crawler.
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