salmon river and lake ontario fishing

World-Record Fishing in Northern Oswego County!

Steelhead, Brown Trout, Salmon and More...

Captain Dave says "Let's Go Fishing!"

Experienced Charter Captain and Fishing Guide, Dave Shedd, owner of Cannon's Fishing Lodge, makes sure your trip is one that's fun and memorable! Captain "Dave" has welcomed fisherman from all over the world and his lodge is conveniently located within walking distance of the Salmon River. The close proximity allows for up-to-date river and fishing information.

Cannon's Fishing Lodge, nestled in the heart of Salmon Country in Altmar, New York, in Northern Oswego County, provides anglers with world-record fishing and tales that are never far from the truth! Whether it be trophy-size brown trout, world-renowned steelhead, or giant salmon, the Salmon River and Lake Ontario waterways provide the perfect destination for the fishing enthusiast.

Touted as the #1 tourist attraction in Oswego County, the year round fishery is truly non-seasonal and runs year round.

Whether it be offshore trolling on Great Lake Ontario for trophy trout, salmon or walleyes, or the serenity that comes with casting for brook trout along the banks below the Pineville Bridge, there is truly something for everyone at Cannon's Fishing Lodge.

Oswego County and Cannon's Fishing Lodge offer angling opportunities that are unmatched in New York State!

And, according to the Oswego County Department of Promotion and Tourism's Fishing and Hunting Guide, an annual survey conducted by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), showed that three of the top five fishing destinations according to anglers were waters in Oswego County – Lake Ontario, the Salmon River, and Oneida Lake.

In fact, Oswego County attracts more anglers than any other county in New York State! Why? Great fishing, sure, but just as important, excellent fishing access and even better fishing services.

Don't believe it? Then check out these World and New York State Records from the Salmon River and Great Lake Ontario waterways...

World Records:

- Hybrid/Chinook-Coho 35 lbs, 8 oz, 2001, Salmon River
- Coho Salmon 33 lbs, 4 oz, 1989, Salmon River
- Chinook Salmon 26 lbs, 38 in, 1999, Salmon River
- Youth Record 5 lbs, 8 oz, Lake Ontario off Oswego
- Rainbow Trout 16 lbs, 8 oz, 1982, Salmon River
- Greater Redhorse 9 lbs, 3 oz, 1985, Salmon River


New York State Records:

- Coho Salmon 33 lbs, 7 oz, 1998, Lake Ontario off Oswego
- Chinook Salmon 47 lbs, 13 oz, 1991, Salmon River
- Brown Trout 33 lbs, 2 ounces, 1997, Lake Ontario
- Redhorse Sucker 11 lbs, 11 oz, 1996, Salmon River

Next stop... Cannon's Fishing Lodge!