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Showalter's Fly-In Outposts

Ear Falls, Ontario

Family-run outfitter operating 14 fly-in outpost cabins across remote lakes in northwestern Ontario.

3 Outposts

Properties 3

Waters 3

Species 3

Max Guests 12

Access fly-in

Overview

Showalter's Fly-In Outposts is a family-operated outfitter based near Ear Falls, Ontario, in the northwestern Ontario region known as Sunset Country. The Showalter family has been providing fly-in fishing and hunting access for over 50 years, with roots going back to the purchase of Northwest Flying Service in the late 1950s. Ralph, Manly, and Edwin Showalter built the operation into one of the more established bush-plane services in the region, flying anglers and hunters across northern Canada.

Today the operation offers 14 fly-in outpost lake destinations across northwestern Ontario. All outposts are self-guided, housekeeping-style camps where groups bring their own food and gear and fish independently. The operation also offers guided and unguided black bear and moose hunting packages in addition to its fishing outposts.

Best for: Self-guided groups and families looking for remote, housekeeping-style fly-in fishing with a choice of 14 lake destinations.

Best time: The operation runs from May to October; early season is generally favored for walleye and pike fishing.

Highlights

14 fly-in outpost lake destinations

Walleye, northern pike, and lake trout

Float plane access from onsite airbase

Boats and motors with unlimited fuel included

Modern cabins with solar power and full kitchens

Conservation fishing licenses included

Bear and moose hunting packages also available

The Fishing

The outpost lakes are stocked with walleye, northern pike, and lake trout. All lakes are accessible only by float plane, keeping fishing pressure low. Guests fish from Lund or Alumarine boats with 8, 9.9, and 15 horsepower four-stroke Yamaha motors, with unlimited fuel included. Fishing is conducted under conservation regulations, and conservation licenses are included in the package. Guests are expected to bring their own fishing gear. Northern pike up to 36 inches and beyond are reported, walleye typically run 10 to 20 inches with occasional larger fish, and lake trout are present in the 15 to 22 inch range.

Accommodations

Each outpost features a modern cabin with knotty pine interiors, hot and cold running water, showers, solar lighting with propane backup, full-size gas ranges, two refrigerators, a freezer, a gas grill, and a fish cooker. Cabins accommodate between 8 and 16 guests maximum. These are housekeeping outposts — meals are not provided, and guests are responsible for bringing their own food and groceries. A 100-pound luggage limit per person, including groceries, applies due to the fly-in access.

Fish Species

walleye pike lake trout

What They Offer

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

Meal plans

Boats included

Gas included

Fish cleaning

Fish freezer

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5.0

Based on 1 review from across the web

Summarized Review Highlights

Based on the available review, Showalter's Fly-In Outposts receives a perfect 5-star rating, with the guest highlighting the remote, roadless setting and pristine lake conditions as standout features. The overall sentiment is strongly positive, emphasizing the appeal of untouched wilderness and productive fishing.

The reviewer specifically praises the quality of the fishing, noting that fish are actively biting, and appreciates the self-directed nature of the experience, where guests set their own schedule and pace. The fly-in access to otherwise unreachable lakes appears to be a central part of the appeal.

With only a single review available, it is not possible to draw reliable conclusions about consistency of experience, staff, lodging, food, or any recurring concerns. Based on what is available, this destination appears best suited for anglers who value independence, solitude, and access to remote wilderness lakes. Those looking for a guided, structured, or amenity-rich experience may want to seek out additional reviews before booking to better understand what the outpost setting offers.

Summary generated May 25, 2026

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Host of Minnesota Bound endorsement

At Showalter's, you take flight into a roadless world where the lakes are pristine, the fish are in a biting mood, and your fishing schedule is set by you!

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Locations

One marker per lodge or camp. Click a marker for details.

Getting There

Guests fly in by float plane from Showalter's airbase located approximately 15 to 17 miles north of Ear Falls, Ontario on Highway 105. The airbase is roughly 375 miles from Duluth, Minnesota, making it accessible for anglers driving from the upper Midwest United States as well as from other parts of Canada. All outpost trips depart from this airbase, and round-trip float plane service is included in the packages.

Access:

fly-in

Air bases:

Ear Falls, Ontario

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