Sturgeon Lake near Bobcaygeon offers Hawkers Bay (5-11 ft), Kennedy Bay area (4-6 ft), and Ball Point (4-7 ft). Get well off the main channel. Wide open — anchor for wind protection. Near Lock 32, work from the channel toward charted 12 feet to avoid weeds.
| GPS Coordinates | 44.52°N, 78.61°W ⚠ Unverified |
| Water Body | Sturgeon Lake |
| Region | Kawarthas |
| Depth Range | 1.2–3.4 m 4–11 ft — TSWIDB |
| Bottom Type | Mud/weedy |
| Holding Quality | Good |
| Nearest Lock | Lock 32 — Bobcaygeon (Adjacent) |
| Overnight | ⚠ Conditional |
Wide-open lake anchorage with variable protection. Hawkers Bay offers the best shelter. Kennedy Bay and Ball Point are more exposed. Anchor for wind direction — Sturgeon Lake builds significant fetch in any sustained blow.
Bobcaygeon tie-up walls are extremely popular — busy stop with limited overnight to two nights. The lock runs through the center of town with groceries, restaurants, and shops within walking distance. Caution around rental houseboats driven by first-time captains.
Wide open lake — anchor for wind protection. No nice anchorage right at edge of speed zone below Lock 32. Work toward charted 12 ft to avoid weeds.
Have photos of Sturgeon Lake — Bobcaygeon Area?
💌 Email captain@trentsevernguide.comSturgeon Lake — Bobcaygeon Area — Video Guide Coming Soon
Subscribe to @trentsevernguide for anchorage walkthroughs.
Anchored here recently? Help fellow cruisers with a quick report — depth readings, holding quality, wake conditions, and any hazards you noticed.
Boater reports are currently closed for this anchorage.
Sécurité, Sécurité, Sécurité. Report a navigational hazard on the Trent–Severn Waterway. Your report will be reviewed before publishing. All reports are for informational purposes — always verify conditions on the water.
We use cookies to improve your experience and analyze site traffic. Analytics cookies are only set after you consent. You can change your preferences anytime.
Get notified when new content launches — plus early access to lock-by-lock intelligence, seasonal updates, and cruising advisories.
No spam, ever. Unsubscribe anytime. Your data stays on our server — we don’t use third-party email platforms.
Get seasonal updates, new lock intelligence, cruising advisories, and guide additions — delivered to your inbox.
No spam, ever. Unsubscribe anytime.