7 Lakes Wilderness Camps
Nakina, Ontario
Outfitter operating seven fly-in outpost camps and one drive-in camp on remote lakes north of Nakina, Ontario.
Overview
7 Lakes Wilderness Camps, owned and operated by Brad and Helen Slagel, runs seven fly-in outpost camps on remote lakes in the Nakina area of northern Ontario, plus one drive-in fishing camp called Walleye Cove. The seven fly-in outposts are located on Ara Lake, Marshall Lake, Kapikotongwa (Kap) Lake, Kagianagami (Kag) Lake, Dusey Lake, Wayner Lake, and Teabeau Lake. Flight times from Nakina Airport range from 30 minutes for the closer camps to 75 minutes for Teabeau Lake, the farthest and most remote outpost, which sits on a widening of the Albany River.
The drive-in Walleye Cove camp is located about 6 miles (10 km) east of Nakina on Lower Twin Lake and features three fully equipped housekeeping cottages with a maximum combined occupancy of 30 guests. All camps are self-guided and operate on a housekeeping basis, meaning guests prepare their own meals. The operation also offers moose and grouse hunting in addition to fishing.
Highlights
The Fishing
Walleye is the primary target across all of the operation's lakes, with northern pike also widely available. Depending on the camp, anglers can also pursue lake trout, brook trout, perch, whitefish, and splake. Teabeau Lake on the Albany River is noted for large walleye averaging 3.5 to 5 pounds, while Kagianagami Lake holds lake trout and brook trout alongside walleye and pike. Wayner Lake has produced northern pike over 50 inches. Fishing is self-guided throughout; no professional guides are provided on either fly-in or drive-in trips.
The season runs from ice-out in May through September. May and June are considered the most productive months for high numbers of walleye, with fish commonly schooling in shallow water near shore and around rocky points. Anglers targeting trophy walleye can fish deeper through summer or troll close to shore at dusk and after dark, when larger fish move into shallower water. Each outpost comes equipped with boats and motors, and camps supply satellite phones for communication with the outfitter.
Accommodations
All fly-in outpost camps are self-catering housekeeping cabins equipped with propane stoves, propane refrigerators, propane or generator-powered lighting, running water, showers, and full sets of cookware and utensils. Beds are bunk-style with mattresses; guests must bring their own sleeping bags, pillows, and bedroll covers. The Ara Lake outpost features two log cabins built with traditional saddle-notch construction and a maximum occupancy of 10. Marshall Lake's cabin sleeps up to 9 and includes a propane wall furnace, indoor shower, and generator electricity. Kap Lake and Teabeau Lake cabins each sleep up to 8. Wayner Lake's smaller cabin accommodates 4 and uses 12-volt solar power for lights and running water. The drive-in Walleye Cove camp offers three larger, fully equipped housekeeping cottages on Lower Twin Lake with a combined maximum occupancy of 30, including a communal fire pit with firewood.
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What They Offer
Amenities available at one or more of this outfitter's properties.
Locations
One marker per lodge or camp. Click a marker for details.
Getting There
Guests typically stage in Nakina, Ontario, where they board float planes — such as a De Havilland Beaver or Otter — for the fly-in camps. Flight times from Nakina Airport range from approximately 30 minutes for Ara Lake and Kap Lake to 75 minutes for Teabeau Lake, the farthest camp. The drive-in Walleye Cove camp on Lower Twin Lake is accessible by vehicle, located about 6 miles (10 km) east of Nakina. A per-person weight limit of 130 lbs applies to all fly-in trips, covering gear, clothing, sleeping equipment, and food.
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