Fishing and Boating
Fanshawe Reservoir provides many fishing opportunities. The Thames River watershed is located in Fisheries Management Zone/FMZ 16. Please follow the Ontario Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary.
Fanshawe Reservoir
Fanshawe Reservoir Boating Map and Information
The Fanshawe CA Fishing Guide has lots of information on fishing at Fanshawe, including fish species and a map of the reservoir.
Find out more about fishing at:
Boating & Water Levels
See current flows and water levels in
Thames River Flows
Boating
Power-driven vehicles are prohibited at Fanshawe CA, except for:
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Battery powered electric propulsion motors
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Watercraft with 10 hp or less
Thames River Canoe Route Guides
Canoe and Kayak Rentals
All equipment is included: paddles, lifejackets, and a safety kit (rope, bail bucket, whistle, and flashlight)
Canoe Rentals
Two and three seat canoes available
Fee:
Canoe - 2 hours $30
Canoe - 4 hours $55
Kayak - 2 hours $25
Kayak - 4 hours $45
Booking:
Booking is on a first come, first served basis. Please stop by the Park Office to rent a canoe.
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You must be minimum 18 years old to rent a canoe
You will need to provide acceptable ID to rent the equipment, in the form of a valid Drivers License, Health Card, Photo Card, or Hunting License.
Kayak Rentals
Sit in, sit on, and tandem
Fee:
Kayak 2 hours $25
Kayak 4 hours $45
Booking:
To reserve a canoe or kayak, drop by the Park Office
and speak with the Conservation Area Clerk
or call 519-951-6181 ext. 367
You will need to provide acceptable ID to rent the equipment, in the form of a valid Drivers License, Health Card, Photo Card, or Hunting License.