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Dusey River Adventures

Nakina, Ontario

Outfitter operating three self-guided outpost camps for fishing and hunting in the boreal forests of northern Ontario.

3 Outposts
Properties 3
Waters 3
Species 8
Max Guests 12
Access Multiple
Season - Running water may not be available after mid-September
Pricing $

Overview

Dusey River Adventures is an outfitter based out of Nakina, Ontario, offering remote wilderness fishing and hunting deep in the boreal forests of northern Ontario. The company operates three outpost camps: Dusey Lake Outpost, Tyler Lake Outpost, and Hanover Lake Outpost. Each camp is the sole cabin on its respective lake, providing exclusive water access to guests.

Two of the three camps — Dusey Lake and Tyler Lake — are fly-in destinations located approximately 70 air miles north of Nakina. Hanover Lake is the only drive-to camp, situated about 25 miles northwest of Nakina. All fly-in trips are handled through Nakina Air Service. The outfitter also offers moose hunting from its outposts and at Hanover, with a small number of outfitter tags issued annually for Wildlife Management Unit 17.

Best for: Self-guided groups seeking exclusive-use outpost camps for brook trout, walleye, and trophy northern pike fishing, as well as those interested in combining fishing with moose hunting.
Best time: The outfitter operates through summer into fall; brook trout fishing is noted as strong in spring near falls and throughout summer, with the season winding down by mid-September at some camps.

Highlights

Three outpost camps — two fly-in, one drive-to
Brook trout, walleye, northern pike, perch, and whitefish
Exclusive-use cabins — no other parties on the lake
Fly-in camps 70 air miles north of Nakina
Nakina Air Service handles all float plane transfers
Self-guided fishing and moose hunting available
Boats and outboard motors included at all camps

The Fishing

The outfitter's signature fishery is brook trout, which are accessible by portaging up or downstream along the Dusey River from the fly-in camps. Brook trout fishing at all outposts is strictly catch and release. In addition to brook trout, anglers can target walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, and whitefish on the main lakes. The adjacent lakes accessible from Hanover — Lucy Lake and Mills Lake — add splake, lake trout, and additional pike to the mix, while Hanover River and Lucy Creek provide further brook trout stream fishing.

The outfitter enforces a voluntary trophy rule that goes beyond provincial slot limits, asking guests to release walleye over 18 inches and pike over 27 inches in order to maintain the trophy-class fishery. All brook trout fishing across the outposts is strictly catch and release.

Accommodations

Each outpost camp is a self-guided, self-catered cabin with the group responsible for their own cooking and cleanup. The Dusey Lake cabin is 16 x 32 feet and accommodates up to 8 guests, with a covered deck, indoor bathroom with shower, pressurized hot and cold running water, and generator power. The Tyler Lake cabin is 20 x 36 feet with a covered porch and sleeps up to 10 guests. The Hanover Lake drive-to cabin is a 24 x 40 foot log cabin accommodating up to 12 guests, featuring a 12-foot covered porch, propane forced-air furnace, a modern kitchen with propane range and refrigerator, and generator power. All camps furnish sheets, pillows, blankets, and towels, along with boats equipped with four-stroke outboard motors, paddles, life jackets, and safety equipment. Prices include airfare (where applicable), all cabin amenities, and satellite SPOT-X communicator use for the week.

Fish Species

walleye pike perch brook trout sturgeon whitefish splake lake trout

What They Offer

Amenities available at one or more of this outfitter's properties.

Meal plans
Boats included
Gas included
Fish freezer
5.0
Based on 1 review from across the web
Summarized Review Highlights

Based on available reviews, Dusey River Adventures earns a strong positive reception from guests. The single reviewed visit resulted in a perfect five-star rating, suggesting a high level of guest satisfaction. Owners Dick and Jodie are specifically called out as outstanding hosts, indicating that the personal touch from the operators is a meaningful part of the overall experience.

Guests highlight the quality of the physical camp, with cabins and boats described as exceptional. The fishing itself is also praised, with one reviewer characterizing it as fast and furious, pointing to an active and productive fishery. The combination of well-maintained facilities, attentive ownership, and strong fishing results appears to be the core appeal of the operation.

With only a single review available, it is not possible to identify any recurring complaints or concerns, nor to draw firm conclusions about consistency across seasons or guest types. Based on what is available, this destination appears to be a good fit for anglers who want a well-run, owner-operated fly-in camp with quality accommodations and active fishing. Those seeking more detailed information about food, group size suitability, target species, or accessibility would benefit from reaching out to the outfitter directly or consulting a broader range of guest accounts.

Summary generated May 25, 2026
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Gary S.
Outfitter
A very high class fly in camp. The cabins and boats are exceptional. Dick & Jodie are top notch hosts. Oh, did I mention the fishing is fast & furious?
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Locations

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Getting There

Guests are responsible for their own transportation to Nakina, Ontario. The closest major airport is Thunder Bay International Airport, which is approximately a four-hour drive from Nakina; car rentals are available there. Once in Nakina, Dusey River Adventures uses Nakina Air Service for all float plane transfers to the two fly-in outposts (Dusey Lake and Tyler Lake), both located roughly 70 air miles north of the village. The Hanover Lake camp is the only drive-to option, reached by a one-hour drive northwest of Nakina. Each person on fly-in trips is limited to 80 pounds of gear.

Access:

fly-in drive-in

Air bases:

Nakina Air Service, Nakina, Ontario

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Dusey Lake Outpost

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