The Top 10 Best Fishing Lodges in Manitoba

Updated April 20, 2022

Manitoba offers vast untouched wilderness and varied landscapes, and nearly 16% of the province’s surface area is freshwater! There are more than 100,000 lakes in Manitoba, connected by rivers and streams, providing endless fishing adventures and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Fishing lodges in Manitoba offer a diverse range of experiences and fishing holidays. Fish for Walleye, Northern Pike, a range of trout and specialty fisheries from an all-inclusive fishing resort or rustic fly-in outpost camp. We can help you find the perfect fishing lodge for your vacation.

We searched through our directory of incredible Manitoba fishing lodges and put together this list of the 10 Best Fishing Lodges in Manitoba.

We chose these fishing lodges based on:

Customer feedback
Uniqueness
Value for the money
Quality of accommodation, food, boats, and gear
Customer service
Reputation

In no particular order, here are our top 10 best fishing lodges in Manitoba

Ganglers North Seal River Lodge

Wekusko Falls Lodge

Kassissing Lake Lodge

Eagle Nest Lodge

Dogskin Lake Lodge & Outposts

Budd's Gunisao Lake Lodge

Laurie River Lodge

McGavock Lake, Northern MB

If you’re looking for a remote fly-in fishing lodge in Manitoba with multiple options, you’ll find it at Laurie River Lodge. Located 550 miles northwest of Winnipeg on McGavock Lake, this lodge offers access to 1600 square miles of pristine wilderness, including 20 different lakes and three river systems. They’re in the heart of a multi-species fishery that includes lake trout, Walleye and Northern Pike. Stay at the lodge, and add an overnight outpost trip to your holiday for an unforgettable experience!

What makes it unique

Hearty breakfasts and gourmet dinners are served daily. Plus, they’ll cook your freshly caught Walleye over a fire for lunch on the lake!
Comfortable lakeside cabins, dining room and a recreation lodge make your time off the water truly memorable.
It’s easily accessible via direct floatplane flights from Seattle, and Vancouver.
They offer overnight outpost trips to Kamuchawie Lake with a self-contained cabin and rustic tenting outpost trips.

Bakers Narrows Lodge

Lake Athapapuskow, Northern MB

Bakers Narrows Lodge is your basecamp for backcountry fishing! This family-friendly destination is in the heart of Northern Manitoba wilderness, offering access to pristine lakes and outdoor activities. They have comfortable cabin-style accommodation, boat and ice shack rentals, guided fishing trips, wildlife safaris, tackle shop and year-round adventure tours. Fish for Northern Pike, Walleye, Smallmouth bass, and lake, rainbow, and brook trout with an all-inclusive fishing package or a self-guided adventure.

What makes it unique

They’re flexible and can tailor packages to your needs. Options include fly-in fishing adventures, drive-to (or ATV-to) lake fishing, and winter ice fishing.
Easy access! They’re located just half a mile from the Flin Flon airport and are accessible by car.
They offer a long list of adventure tours the whole family will enjoy, including kayaking, hiking, snowshoeing, wildlife viewing, ATV adventures, and more.

Hidden Lake Outpost

Hidden Lake, Northeast Manitoba

Enjoy a completely private lake at this fly-in fishing lodge in Manitoba. When you stay at Hidden Lake Outpost, you’ll be the only group on the lake! You’ll get plenty of action pulling in trophy Walleye and Northern Pike on your self-catered and self-guided fishing holiday. Using their S-14’ Lund Boats, you’ll have full access to Hidden Lake, Elliot Lake, Thunder Lake, and Blue Walleye Lake (canoe access only).

What makes it unique

You have Hidden Lake to yourself! Your cabin is the only one on the 6,400-acre lake.
A canoe allows access to several portage-only fishing destinations, including Blue Walleye Lake where you can fish for the unique Blue Pike.
Multiple cabbage weed beds on these lakes create a haven for the trophy Northern Pike!

Cobham River Lodge

Cobham River, Northeast Manitoba

Isolated in the wilderness and boasting hundreds of miles of shoreline along the Cobham River, this is one of the best fishing lodges in Manitoba for Northern Pike fishing. You can also expect to catch Walleye, Whitefish, and Perch. You’ll feel right at home in their comfortable accommodation with home-cooked meals and friendly service. Plus, your boat is cleaned and refuelled during dinner, so you can get out for a sunset fish or try to catch the Northern Lights.

What makes it unique

Guest rave about their food, with hearty breakfast and dinner menus and fish lunch cooked over an open fire on shore each day.
They’re in largely untouched territory, and only 140 people fish in this location each year! Will you be one of them?
Cobham River Lodge treats guests like family and goes the extra mile to ensure you have the fishing holiday of your dreams.

Ganglers North Seal River Lodge

Egenolf Lake, Northern Manitoba

Ganglers North Seal River Lodge offers the ultimate fly-in fishing experience! You’ll have the chance to fish for the Canadian Grand Slam – trophy Northern Pike, Arctic Grayling, and Walleye fishing in Manitoba. Quality boat and fishing equipment ensure you have everything you need for a successful day on the water. Five-star accommodations, full-service lodge bar, meals, expert guiding and multiple outpost fishing options will create the ultimate fishing holiday in Manitoba.

What makes it unique

Ganglers offers exclusive access to more than 5 million acres and 61 different lakes.
You can enhance your fishing holiday with a trip to historic Churchill to see polar bears and the annual Beluga whale migration!
They’re in the peak Aurora zone. Come in the fall and watch the Northern Lights by the fire after a day of fishing.

Wekusko Falls Lodge

Wekusko Lake, Northern Manitoba

For anglers looking for a comfortable and equipped drive-to fishing lodge in Northern Manitoba, your search ends here. Fish for Northern Pike, Walleye, Sauger, Perch, Whitefish, and lake, rainbow and brook trout from multiple lakes in the area. Bring your own boat or rent one upon arrival, with each lake having excellent launches. Weskusko Falls Lodge is one of the best fishing lodges in Manitoba for drive-to accessibility, making it a popular choice for anglers year-round.

What makes it unique

Their catch and release program ensures a healthy fishery of huge fish!
They offer year-round cabin and lodge rentals and ice fishing during the winter.
Drive-in access allows you to take advantage of shoulder-season specials and long-term rentals.
Want to combine fishing with hunting? Spring and fall bear and wolf hunting packages are available

Kassissing Lake Lodge

Kassissing Lake, Northeast Manitoba

Kassissing Lake Lodge offers a 5-star fishing adventure with access to incredible Northern Pike, lake trout, and Walleye fishing in Manitoba. Fish the expansive Kassissing Lake, and add an outpost trip to your holiday. Experienced and friendly guides, top-notch facilities, decadent meals, and comfortable private cabins will create a memorable fishing vacation.

What makes it unique

The accommodation, lodge, and service are top-notch, and they’ve thought of everything.
Fly direct from Winnipeg on a private executive-class flight.
They offer fully-guided fly-in outpost trips to nine exclusive lakes. Just tell them what species you’re looking for!
This Manitoba fishing lodge can accommodate up to 40 people and accept bookings for corporate retreats.

Eagle Nest Lodge

Winnipeg River, Southeast Manitoba

Located on the remote reaches of the immaculate Winnipeg River, this fly-in or boat-in fishing lodge offers trophy Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, and Northern Pike fishing. They promote catch and release angling to ensure this fishery can be enjoyed and shared for generations to come. Experienced guides, high-end boats, modern cabins, fine dining and action-packed fishing, will make this fishing lodge in Manitoba a repeat destination.

What makes it unique

This family-run business has provided memorable fishing trips and personalized service for three generations.

Trip add-ons include fly-in day trips to a selection of remote lakes and a fly-out golf option for a day on the course.

Fishing here is catch and release to preserve the fishery, but you can take home your limit of fish with their Harvester package.

Dogskin Lake Lodge & Outposts

Dogskin Lake, Southeast Manitoba

Dogskin Lake Lodge is a Walleye and Northern Pike haven, offering group lodge accommodation on pristine Dogskin Lake and solar-powered fly-out outpost options. This lodge is an excellent choice for corporate retreats and family groups. Everything you need for an optimal angling experience is included at this remote fishing lodge in Manitoba, including accommodation, guides, gear, boats and meals.

The area around Dogskin Lake was designated Manitoba’s first wilderness park. The protected 1500 square miles around the lodge ensures it will forever remain untouched.

High-quality fish management ensures trophy fish are always available to catch

They offer guided moose and spring bear hunting packages along 85 miles of shoreline and pristine wilderness.

Budd's Gunisao Lake Lodge

Gunisao Lake, Northeast Manitoba

If you’re looking for action-packed Walleye fishing in Manitoba, Budd’s is the place to go. They catch the big ones and a lot of them! They boast that 60% of trophy Walleye caught in Manitoba are on Gunisao Lake, with hundreds of guests going home each year as Master Anglers. Combine that with breathtaking scenery, seasoned guides, gourmet meals, and 5-star customer service, and you’ve got the perfect fly-in fishing holiday.

What makes it unique

If you want to catch trophy Walleye, Budd’s can make it happen. Their guides have fished Gunisao Lake for over 30 years and will ensure you’re reeling them all day!
Their fleet includes comfortable Alaskan Lund Boats and a Pontoon boat for groups of 6 who want a comfortable day on the water.
Guided night fishing is available if you want to fish from dawn ‘til dusk.