Ontario's famous Pickeral River is approximately 200 miles (322 km) north of Toronto and flows nearly 60 miles (100 km) through the rugged terrain of the Georgian Bay forest. The upper section of the river consists of a series of interconnected lakes while the lower portion becomes more narrow as it cuts its way through the landscape top the Georgian Bay. The area is blanketed with lakes and thick forests which provide fishing that the majority of sportsmen will rarely experience. The river is a photographer's dream offering the visitor their own private playground of canoeing, hiking, mountain biking and bird watching.

Along the river, anglers will find an abundance of structure from rocky shoals and weed beds to an occasional small rapid. Pike, walleye, small and large-mouth bass provide the bulk of enjoyment; however, depending where you are on the river, muskie, whitefish, crappie and channel catfish can also be found. Combine fishing with other activities and you have the makings of a splendid outdoor vacation.