# What are the fishing spots, rules, and consumption guides at the Ashbridges Bay Boat Launch?

**Category:** Visitor Guide
**Verified:** 2026-06-29
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## Quick answer

You can fish for Pike, Salmon, and Trout directly off the launch ramps and rocks, but you must follow Ontario regulations and consumption advisories.

## Detailed answer

Anglers at the Ashbridges Bay Boat Launch can cast directly off the cement launch ramps or the adjacent rock breakwalls to target seasonal runs of Pike, Salmon, and Trout. In the spring, Northern Pike are highly active in the warm shallow waters near the launch, while fall brings spectacular runs of Chinook Salmon and Rainbow Trout migrating into the bay. A valid Ontario Outdoors Card and fishing license are strictly required for anyone between 18 and 64 years old. The daily catch limit for Salmon and Trout is 5 fish combined, and 2 fish for Pike, as per Ontario Zone 16 regulations. Furthermore, the Ontario Ministry of the Environment provides the Guide to Eating Ontario Fish, which is essential for consumption safety. Due to historical industrial pollution, the guide advises that large Carp should not be eaten at all, while Salmon and Trout over 55 centimeters should be limited to 4 meals per month. Always consult the latest official guide before consuming your catch.

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