Ice Fishing at Golden Beach Resort

Ice fishing on Rice Lake (zone 17) is an exciting way to pass the long winter days. All rental huts are within an easy walk from the shore where there is plenty of parking and clean washroom facilities. Would you like to spend a night or two? We have a selection of accommodations available. You can enjoy fishing for all panfish including crappie, perch, bluegill and rock bass. Two lines may be used but please be sure you clearly understand the rules.

Hut Rentals include the following items:

• use of rod and reel
• One dozen minnows per angler
• A variety of lures, plastic baits and other tackle
• Cushioned seats
• propane heat
• Fishing tools

When renting a hut or launching your own please remember you must have a valid Ontario Fishing Licence.

We never recommend that you take your vehicles on the ice, if you decide to do so it will be at your own risk. If you should decide to drive on the ice it is recommend that ice be clear blue in colour and is at least 30 centimetres (12 inches)in thickness for light weight vehicles. Remember that ice does not freeze at a uniform thickness across the entire lake. As you move across the ice you should check thickness regularly. Never travel alone. Alcoholic beverages are also never recommended but are not prohibited when ice fishing.

When launching your own hut please be sure you follow the Ministry of Natural Resources rules. This includes prior to launching your hut that it is clearly marked with your registration numbers. You can obtain this number by contacting your local MNR, there is no charge for this registration number. All huts must be off of the ice no later than March 1 each year. Check out all of the regulations here.

Guided Ice Fishing

Enjoy learning all the ice fishing tricks with a professional angler! At a low rate of $200.00 for 2 people (not a per person rate) you can fish with a professional that will share his fishing knowledge and answer all the questions that you may have on fishing Rice Lake. You will need to be sure you have a valid fishing license and whatever you require for comfort including warm clothing, snacks, drinks and don't forget your camera. In the unlikely event that no fish are caught; your next trip is absolutely free!