Rivière à Zec Chapeau-de-Paille, Mauricie — Rivière Matawin
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Fishing at Rivière Matawin, Zec Chapeau-de-Paille

Rivière · Mauricie

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Zec Chapeau-de-Paille

Description

The Matawin River, located in the Zec Chapeau-de-Paille in the Mauricie region, is a popular spot for fishing walleye and trout. Access is available via a boat launch, and it is mandatory to register upon entry, with a modest daily access fee ranging from $10 to $25. Managed by a non-profit association of local anglers, the ZEC emphasizes conservation and sustainable fishing practices. Camping and cabin options are available for those wishing to extend their stay in this pristine natural setting.

Highlights

  • 🎣
    Species
    Walleye and trout available.
  • 🚤
    Access/Launch
    Access via mandatory boat launch.
  • 💰
    Fee/Permit
    Access fee ranges from $10 to $25.
  • 🏕️
    Accommodation
    Camping and cabin options available.
  • ⚠️
    Particularity
    Managed by a local anglers' association.

Onsite Equipment

Boat Launch

Réglementation officielle

Zone de pêche, exceptions et règles MFFP / Québec.ca

Nouveautés réglementaires de la zone
Modification of daily catch limit for char: 10 in all, with a maximum of 2 Arctic char. Modification of the length limit for lake trout in lac Devenyns: 55 cm and more. Modification of the length limit for walleye in ZEC Mitchinamecus: from 37 to 53 cm inclusively. Implementation of a lenght limit for walleye in ZEC Lesueur: from 32 to 47 cm inclusively. Modification of the fishing season for lake trout in ZECs Collin and Lavigne: opens on the last Friday in June.

Location

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