North Thames River
North Thames River
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- Species
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The North Thames River is a tributary of the main Thames River system in southwestern Ontario, Canada, originating near Tavistock and flowing through the region before joining the main Thames at the "Forks" in central London. The river flows through valleys carved during the retreat of the Laurentide ice sheet at the end of the last ice age, giving it a character shaped by glacial geology. The North Thames is part of one of Ontario's most historically and ecologically significant watershed systems, draining portions of Middlesex County and supporting a diverse assemblage of warmwater and coolwater fish species. The river corridor passes through a mix of agricultural land, natural areas, and urban zones, making it an accessible and productive fishery for anglers throughout much of the year.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at North Thames River and what's needed to catch them.
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Bigmouth Buffalo
Ictiobus cyprinellus
Black Bullhead
Ameiurus melas
Black Redhorse
Moxostoma duquesnei
Blacknose Dace
Bluegill Sunfish
Lepomis macrochirus
Brown Bullhead
Ameiurus nebulosus
Brown Trout
Salmo trutta
Common Carp
Cyprinus carpio
Creek Chub
Semotilus atromaculatus
Golden Redhorse
Moxostoma erythrurum
Greater Redhorse
Moxostoma valenciennesi
Green Sunfish
Lepomis cyanellus
Largemouth Bass
Micropterus salmoides
Longnose Gar
Lepisosteus osseus
Mimic Shiner
Muskellunge
Esox masquinongy
Northern Hog Sucker
Northern Hogsucker
Hypentelium nigricans
Northern Pike
Esox lucius
Northern Sunfish
Lepomis peltastes
Pumpkinseed
Lepomis gibbosus
Quillback
River Redhorse
Moxostoma carinatum
Rock Bass
Ambloplites rupestris
Shorthead Redhorse Sucker
Moxostoma macrolepidotum
Silver Redhorse
Moxostoma anisurum
Smallmouth Bass
Micropterus dolomieu
Spotted Sucker
Minytrema melanops
White Bass
Morone chrysops
White Sucker
Catostomus commersonii
Yellow Bullhead
Ameiurus natalis
Yellow Perch
Perca flavescens
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on North Thames River. 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.
Know where you can legally fish on North Thames River
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.
On licenses and regulations
Ontario 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.
Ontario Fishing License
To fish in Ontario, individuals aged 18 to 64 require both an Outdoors Card and a valid fishing license. The Outdoors Card serves as a personal identification for licensing and is typically valid for three years.
Ontario Fishing Regulations
An annual guide to the rules and regulations for recreational fishing in Ontario. It contains information about recreational fishing licences, open seasons and catch limits, as well as up-to-date fishing regulations for each fishing zone.
Ontario Stream Access Laws
What you need to know about camping and other recreational activities on Ontario’s Crown land (also known as public land). This excludes provincial parks and conservation reserves.
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