Mogg Bay
- Saltwater
- Bay
Mogg Bay
- Saltwater
- Bay
- Sq. miles
- 17
- Boat Ramps
- 0
- Access Points
- 0
- Species
- 1
Mogg Bay is a shallow, expansive tidal bay on the Melville Peninsula near the community of Igloolik in Nunavut. The coastline here is generally low-lying, bordered by very shoal water extending significant distances offshore, with the notable exception of the steep and rugged Khemig Island and the Coxe Islands group, which rise to over 30 meters. The bay is a traditional and active fishing ground for the local Inuit community, used for both summer and ice fishing. Its waters are influenced by the dynamics of the Foxe Basin, with ice from the north sometimes drifting into the area during late summer. The region is remote, with Igloolik serving as a cultural hub and the primary access point for this area.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Mogg Bay and what's needed to catch them.
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Mogg Bay. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Areas near structural features are productive. The waters around the Coxe Islands and the rugged shores of Khemig Island attract fish. The shallow flats that border much of the coastline can be productive for foraging fish. The confluence area near the Crozier River, which flows into the head of adjacent Quilliam Bay, is another noted fishing location. Anglers must exercise extreme caution due to uncharted rocks reported in the passage between Coxe Islands and Igloolik Island.
Know where you can legally fish on Mogg Bay
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
Nu licenses and regulations
Nunavut Boating Regulations
This page explains what a Pleasure Craft License is, who needs one, how to apply for one, and how to keep your information up to date.
Nunavut Fishing License
Government of Nunavut Sport Fishing Guide — the authoritative source for who needs a sport fishing licence (resident, Canadian-resident, non-resident categories, age and Nunavut Agreement beneficiary exemptions) and where to obtain one. Licences are sold at lodges, sporting-goods and convenience stores, and some RCMP offices.
Nunavut Fishing Regulations
DFO's recreational fishing regulations hub, with a dedicated Nunavut section linking the Nunavut Sport Fishing Guide. Nunavut sport fishing is currently regulated federally under the Northwest Territories Fishery Regulations; current catch limits, seasons and gear rules are in the Government of Nunavut Sport Fishing Guide.
Nunavut Stream Access Laws
Angler access in Nunavut is governed by the Nunavut Agreement land claim, which controls access to Inuit-Owned Lands and waters with Inuit harvesting rights; the Government of Nunavut Sport Fishing Guide is the closest official angler-facing resource on access.
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