Natural History
The marshes of the lake prior to flooding were filled with wild rice stands and cranberries harvested by the native Mississaugas. The flooding of the lakes contributed greatly to their destruction.
It is surrounded by swamps and marshes which provide ideal habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife.
Lake Scugog has an array of fish, including an abundant supply of largemouth bass, walleye, crappie, musky, perch, carp, catfish, rock bass, smallmouth bass and minnows. There is also a robust ice fishing season from January 1 to March 1. Because of this, it is a renowned fishing location in southern Ontario.
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