Shartowitok Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Shartowitok Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Sq. miles: 0.8
Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 0

Shartowitok Bay is a remote saltwater bay located on the mainland shore of Nunavut, west of Andrew Gordon Bay. It is situated within the Hudson Strait region, an area known for its challenging Arctic maritime environment. The bay is part of a complex coastline featuring numerous islands, including the nearby Shemia Islands, and is subject to the significant tidal influences and currents characteristic of these northern waters.

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Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Shartowitok Bay and what's needed to catch them.

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Shartowitok 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.

Productive areas include the mouths of any freshwater inflows, the edges of channels, and around underwater structures. The vicinity of the Shemia Islands may hold fish, as islands often create current breaks and attract bait. Deeper holes and drop-offs within the bay are also key areas to target.

Know where you can legally fish on Shartowitok 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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Take Shartowitok Bay with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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Tides, wind & water conditions (10 day forecast)

On open water, wind and tide matter as much as the weather. See the best times to fish Shartowitok Bay and check the marine forecast before you launch.

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