At the south end of the lake there is a spring spawn run of rainbow trout. In the springtime drift egg sacks or worms in the creek exploring holes for rainbows. May. When fishing for smallmouth bass in the summer months try anchoring in 25 to 30 feet of water. Use crayfish or perch minnows with light tackle. If you are going to cast lures then crank baits over the rocks and gravel will be successful.
Ice fishing occurs at the north and south ends only.
Because of the depth of the lake and the constant current the lake water doesn't freeze completely in winter. Flower City Sportsmen, Fred's fishing club fishes a bass tournament every year on Cananadaguia. There are 5 to 7 pound largemouth bass brought to the net in the clubs record book of past bass tournaments. The main hunting pressures on this WMA are directed toward white tailed deer. Grouse and waterfowl are common.