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145-acre lake in Algoma District, Ontario. The lake tops out around 49 ft. The contours come from a model of the real basin shape and its known max depth. Read them as probabilities, not soundings, and keep them out of navigation decisions. Species by species, here's what the data says the year looks like.
Traced from the shoreline, Star Lake runs 145 acres with 4.3 miles of edge. The 2.5 development index tells the story — a convoluted bank whose fishable edge far outruns the acreage. About 77% of the surface sits shallower than 15 ft on the modeled chart — that's the weed-and-bait zone. Figure 1.1 mi of water from one end to the other, 0.7 mi at the beam. You'll find it in Algoma District. The nearest mapped water is Sharon L., 2 mi to the west.
The spring pattern is a shallow one: lake trout in 10 to 40 ft. Midsummer fish sit out in 15 to 49 ft before dropping to 12 to 49 ft for winter. The spot to know is Deep basin, a deep basin in about 42 ft of water that rates prime for lake trout in summer. Plan around early morning in the warm months. Summer baits: a white tube jig (deep) or a magnum spoon on downrigger gets it done.
| Season | Depth | Best window | Start at | Go-to baits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 10 to 40 ft | dawn & dusk | Main-lake point (12 ft) | Casting spoon over shoals, Jerkbait (shallow) |
| Summer | 15 to 49 ft | dawn | Deep basin (42 ft) | White tube jig (deep), Magnum spoon on downrigger |
| Fall | 10 to 49 ft | dusk & dawn | Main-lake point (12 ft) | Heavy casting spoon, Jigging rap over reefs |
| Winter | 12 to 49 ft | dawn | Deep basin (42 ft) | White tube jig, Airplane jig |
The chart marks 6 structure features on Star Lake; the deepest is Deep basin at about 42 ft.
Season dates, license requirements, and size and bag limits for Ontario waters are set by the Ontario fishing regulations (FMZ summary) — and special regulations can apply to Star Lake specifically, so confirm the current rules before you fish.
Check the official Ontario fishing regulations →
Star Lake is about 49 ft (15 m) deep at its deepest point. The contours here are modeled from the water's real shape and maximum depth, so treat them as a rough guide.
Anglers target lake trout on Star Lake.
Deep basin is the top-rated area: a deep basin in about 42 ft of water that rates prime for lake trout in summer. Open the map above to see every rated spot for each species and season.
For lake trout, the summer bite is best in early morning. Each species page section below lists the seasonal windows, and the map shows a live NOW badge when you're inside one.
Fishing on Star Lake is regulated by the Ontario fishing regulations (FMZ summary). Check the official Ontario regulations for current license requirements, season dates, and size and bag limits — special regulations can apply to this specific water.
Sharon L. 2 mi · Bell Lake 3 mi · Plourde L. 18 3 mi · Plourde L. 16 4 mi · Terace L. 4 mi · Deschamp Lake 4 mi · Spinweb Lake 5 mi · Nina Lake 6 mi · Harry Lake 6 mi · Prescott L. 17 6 mi · Wiggly Lake 7 mi · Lockeyer Lake 8 7 mi
See how Star Lake stacks up: best lake trout lakes in Ontario
More water nearby: Algoma District fishing maps (1026 charts). Browse all Ontario fishing maps or see every water on DepthScout. How we build these maps. Fish here with a sonar unit that logs? Send us your depth data and we'll improve this chart, credited to you. For fishing guidance only, never navigation.