⚓ Pigeon Lake — Big Island Area

📍 44.5400°N, 78.4846°W ⬇ Depth: 2.1–2.4 m 7–8 ft ⚓ Mud/weedy Bottom ◆ Mixed protection depending on chosen spot. Back Channel and east of South Birch Point offer good wind breaks. Open lake areas are exposed to fetch from multiple directions — choose your spot based on forecast. ✓ Overnight OK

Depth 2.1–2.4 m 7–8 ft

Bottom Mud/weedy

Holding Good

Nearest Lock #32 Bobcaygeon

Scenic ★★★★☆

⚓ Navigation Disclaimer: The pin shown on this page marks the general location of this anchorage for reference only. It does not indicate a recommended anchoring position or safe water. The skipper is solely responsible for selecting an appropriate spot to anchor based on current, accurate nautical charts and on-the-water conditions. Always consult up-to-date CHS charts and Notices to Mariners before making anchoring decisions.

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Overview — Pigeon Lake — Big Island Area

Pigeon Lake offers several anchoring areas: east of South Birch Point, along Back Channel, North Point, and Birch Point. Nogies Creek Bay, Alpine Village, and Snake Island are options for boaters with superior navigation skills who can explore all the way to Big Bald Lake.

GPS Coordinates	44.5400°N, 78.4846°W ⚠ Unverified
Water Body	Pigeon Lake
Region	Kawarthas
Depth Range	2.1–2.4 m 7–8 ft
Bottom Type	Mud/weedy
Holding Quality	Good
Nearest Lock	Lock 32 — Bobcaygeon (~10 km south)
Overnight	✓ Overnight OK

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Wind Protection Assessment

Mixed protection depending on chosen spot. Back Channel and east of South Birch Point offer good wind breaks. Open lake areas are exposed to fetch from multiple directions — choose your spot based on forecast.

Current: None

Wake exposure: Moderate

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Practical Information

🔴 Mooring Balls: No ⛴ Free Dock: No

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Waterway Context & Nearby Locks

Pigeon Lake connects Buckhorn to Bobcaygeon via the main channel.

Lock	Name	Direction	Distance	Lift
#31	Buckhorn	East	~15 km	3.4 m11 ft
#32	Bobcaygeon	South	~10 km	1.5 m5 ft

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Location Map

⚓ GPS: 44.5400°N, 78.4846°W ⚠ Approximate · Get Directions ↗ · Street View ↗ · For navigation use CHS Chart — this map is reference only.

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🧤 Captain’s Anchorage Notes

The rocks south of Big Island are charted with precise coordinates — mark them on your plotter. The Back Channel area has the most options. Nogies Creek Bay is an adventure for experienced navigators only.

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⚠️ Hazards & Warnings

CAUTION: Rocks at N 44° 31.271 / W 078° 29.859, south of Big Island. Narrow passages in Nogies Creek Bay area.

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📷 Photo Gallery

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🌄 Live Weather

📍 Centered on: 44.5400°N, 78.4846°W · 🌎 Default layer: Wind (ECMWF) · Toggle temperature & radar via layer selector · Zoom level: 11
Weather data for planning purposes only. Always check Environment and Climate Change Canada ↗ for official marine forecasts.

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