Milton Lake Lodge
Stony Rapids, Saskatchewan
Fly-in fishing lodge on Milton Lake in far north-eastern Saskatchewan, with two remote outpost camps.
Overview
Milton Lake Lodge is a fly-in fishing operation situated on the north shore of Milton Lake in far north-eastern Saskatchewan, approximately 44 kilometres south of the Northwest Territories border and 130 kilometres northeast of Stony Rapids. The main lodge, a 4,500-square-foot log structure, accommodates up to sixteen guests in private rooms, though the operation typically limits capacity to eight guests at one time. The operator also runs two remote outpost camps — Misekumaw Lake and Walker Lake — each on a separate lake, giving guests three distinct lodging and fishing options across the operation.
The surrounding area sits on the Canadian Shield within the southern edge of the Taiga Eco Region. The lakes and associated rivers are accessible only by float plane, and with no road access, fishing pressure across the operation's seven lakes and four rivers is extremely low. Packages are all-inclusive and start with a private charter flight from Saskatoon.
Highlights
The Fishing
The primary target species at Milton Lake Lodge are northern pike, lake trout, and Arctic grayling. The deep, fertile waters support large populations of baitfish such as ciscoes, whitefish, and smelt, which sustain trophy-sized pike and lake trout. The largest lake trout recorded at the lodge weighed 50 pounds, and catches of 20-plus-pound lake trout are possible. Northern pike exceeding 40 inches have been caught regularly. Anglers can sight-fish for large pike in the shallows, jig or troll for lake trout in deeper water, or target Arctic grayling on nearby rivers. Fly fishing, spinning, and bait-casting gear are all available, and the lodge operates with one guide per two anglers on 17-foot Lund boats with 40 HP Yamaha motors at the main lodge.
Conservation practices including catch-and-release and the use of barbless hooks are standard across all lakes. The lodge also acquired a hovercraft to reach previously inaccessible water in the surrounding area. Outpost camps at Misekumaw Lake and Walker Lake offer self-guided fishing on private lakes, with Misekumaw known as a strong trophy pike destination and Walker Lake described as receiving very little fishing pressure historically.
Accommodations
The main lodge is a 4,500-square-foot building with 25-foot ceilings, a wall of windows overlooking the lake, a large dining area, a full bar, a tackle shop, and multiple lounge areas including a wood-burning fireplace and big-screen television. Up to sixteen guests can be housed, each in a private room with a natural pine interior, a double bed with duvet, and individual thermostat-controlled climate. Guests and staff dine together at one table. Meals are prepared by a culinary chef and include a full breakfast, shore lunch, and dinner; complimentary wine is served with dinner. A hot tub is also available. The Misekumaw Lake outpost sleeps up to eleven guests across three sleeping cabins with single beds, a common cabin with a fully equipped kitchen and wood stove, and a separate shower room with hot water and flush toilet. Walker Lake outpost accommodates up to six guests in a pine cabin with power, a hot-water bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen.
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What They Offer
Amenities available at one or more of this outfitter's properties.
Getting There
Guests begin their journey in Saskatoon, where a private charter flight departs for either Stony Rapids or Points North Landing in far northern Saskatchewan. From there, a float plane carries guests the final leg to the main lodge on Milton Lake or to one of the outpost camps. The float plane leg from Stony Rapids to the main lodge takes approximately 40 minutes. Milton Lake itself is 130 kilometres northeast of Stony Rapids. There is no road access to any of the operation's lakes; float plane is the only means of arrival and departure. Round-trip air transportation from Saskatoon is included in all packages.
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