Inland Lakes, Rivers, and the mighty Lake Huron
morning sun is peeking out from a blanketed horizon, the silhouette of a rod and reel can be seen casting along Thunder
Bay River on your way into town. As the autumn leaves bluster about in the September breeze they clear a line of vision
toward the ripples on the lakes, lapping urgently at the hull of a bass boat near a weed bed. As winter embraces the
of friends and families, young and old, standing along the banks of the Thunder Bay River. A skill-set passed on from
Fishing has always been, and continues to be, a central element of our culture and local lifestyle.
Cast a line with us! Like any angler worth his salt, we aren’t going to give away our favorite
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or and your next appointment. Make sure you take time to relax and restore in your Sanctuary
of the Great Lakes.
1. Lake Winyah
This 1,530 acre impoundment is located on the Thunder
Bay River and is sometimes referred to as the 7 Mile
Pond for its location on the 7 Mile Dam. Search for walleye
around the islands and the river channel near the Dam.
deeper waters of the main basin. Small mouth bass can be
Right: Alina Branscombe fishing in Alpena
muskellunge, bluegills and crappies.
so make sure you also target the river area above the Dam
and below the lake. This is a great part of the river to take
Rapids Road just above the Dam.
2. Four Mile Pond
Four Mile Pond is part of the Thunder Bay River, located
between the 7 Mile Dam, (sometimes called Norway Point
Dam), and the 4-Mile Dam. The pond is about 98 acres, and
up to 20 feet deep. The bottom of the pond is mostly rock
and gravel, and live bait seems to be the most successful at
pike, and walleye. (Keep in mind that this portion of the river
watercraft access ramp on Long Rapids Road.
3. Fletcher Floodwaters
Fletcher Floodwaters is part of the upper south branch of
the Thunder Bay River, about 20 minutes west of the city.
professional anglers to experience. One of the most unique
to the abundance of stumps that sit just under the water.
water peaceful. Although it’s listed at 8,970 acres, it can
are found in the deeper parts of the pond near the dam
in the spring. Look in the big bay at the northwest corner
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Site Road).
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