Head Lake: Kawartha Lakes

  • dimensions: 12″x18″
  • double sided
  • laminated map
  • black/white
  • water depth contour lines
  • locations for the major fish species
  • access points
  • information on fish habits and movements
  • fishing tips
  • MNR/Travel & Accommodation info. sources

Fish Species:  Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Muskie, Yellow Perch

Lake Facts:

  • co-ordinates: Lat. 44° 44′ 23″ Long. 78° 54′ 50″
  • Head Lake is located west of Norland Ontario along County Rd. 45 in the City of Kawartha Lakes
  • if you are unfamiliar (or familiar) with this lake beware of the numerous rock piles near the surface especially under low water conditions
    the lake consists of a single basin with many fish holding underwater humps and shoals. The deeper east side of the lake has a number of points, islands and bays. Weedbeds can be found in the shallows and at the river mouth.
  • the Head River flows into the lake on the northeast side and exits on the northwest
  • while the lake reaches maximum depths of 24′ (7metres), the average depth is 14′ (4 metres)
  • major fish species include large and smallmouth bass, walleye, muskie and yellow perch
  • there are two public boat launches on the lake
  • Head Lake is situated within Fisheries Management Zone 17

$10.95