Gem
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| Species: | Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, and some Largemouth Bass |
| Description: | Many guests regard Gem Lake as the most beautiful lake accessible to BLWC. It is located at the base of the round mountain seen in the distance when looking south from the main lodge. Don't be fooled, however. The quickest way to get to Gem Lake is not to walk south where one quickly gets bogged down in impassable swamps. Take the portages to Howry and drag the canoe across a short portage in the east end to Gem Lake |
| Strategy: | Gem is a deep lake that quickly drops to a maximum depth of 50-60 feet. The inlets at the east end of the lake and the out flow at the west end of the lake provide ideal water for large and smallmouth bass. Rig up an anchor and fish with worms. Smallmouth like to hang out along the rocky shore on the east side of the lake. Trolling around the perimeter of the lake provides the best opportunity for pike. |
| Things to Consider: |
This lake is a long way away. It will take you at least 3 hours to get there but the view of the mountain is worth the trip. To allow for more time on the lake plan a shore dinner either on Gem or on Howry on the way back. You should have no problem catching eating size smallmouth on either lake. For the hiker, a walk to the top of the mountain provides a spectacular view of the area. On a clear day you can see the smokestacks at Sudbury. |
| Contributors: | Bob Abella |
