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Lake of the Woods

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  • Enkel svart konturikon av ett flygplan, snett ovanifrån, på ljus bakgrund - inspirerar sportfiskare till nästa fiskeresa.

    Return flight

    We book your flight and all transfers

  • Liten, pixlad svartvit ikon med stiliserat kugghjul och prickar, liknar symbol för fiskeinställningar eller konfiguration.

    Fishing season

    May - October

  • Enkel svart konturteckning av en fisk som simmar åt höger, med ett öga och leende mun, mot ljus bakgrund - för sportfiskare.

    Species

    Musky, walleye, pike, smallmouth bass

  • Enkel linjeikon som visar ett tält, ett träd och solen - symboliserar camping för sportfiskare på fiskeresa i naturen.

    Accommodation

    Lodge

  • Enkel svartvit kalenderikon med två ringar upptill, perfekt för att planera fiskeresor eller markera viktiga sportfiskeevent.

    Tailored fishing trips

    If our suggested dates don't work, we can tailor your experience to your wishes.

About the fishing trip

Fishing in Lake of the Woods – The hunt for North America's mightiest predators

Join us at Lake of the Woods and experience one of Canada's premier fishing adventures. In the heart of the wilderness at Lake of the Woods, over 14,500 islands, countless shoals, and some of North America's best waters for walleye, pike, smallmouth bass, and musky await. Here, first-class fishing is combined with comfortable accommodation, professional guides, and a genuine Canadian wilderness experience – a trip for those who want to experience sport fishing at its absolute best.

Sportfiskare med stor musky i Lake of the Woods, Kanada

82,995 SEK PER PERSON


Based on a fully guided fishing trip with 6 full fishing days for 4 people

This is included in the price of the fishing trip

• Round-trip flights to Winnipeg from Stockholm, Gothenburg, Copenhagen or Oslo
• Airport transfer round-trip Winnipeg - Lodge
• Lodge accommodation, double room. Daily cleaning.
• Access to all lodge facilities such as gym, sauna etc.
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner every day
• Fishing guide all days
• 6 full fishing days from 19 ft boat with 140 hp engine including fuel, livewell, electric motor etc.
• Opportunity for more fishing after guided hours from a smaller fishing boat on your own.
• All fishing licenses and fees

Additional costs

• Tips for guides and staff
• Alcoholic beverages

Optional extras

• Extend fishing with your own boat
• Single room

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Here, a vast archipelago landscape unfolds with thousands of islands, sheltered bays, shoals, and deep drops. The variety creates fantastic conditions for fishing for musky, walleye, pike, and smallmouth bass, while the guides can adapt the fishing to the weather, wind, and season.

After a full day on the water, the lodge awaits with comfortable rooms, good food, and a relaxed atmosphere. Together with experienced guides, well-equipped boats, and classic shore lunches out among the islands, the stay becomes as much an experience of the Canadian wilderness as it is a fishing trip.

Here you live and fish in the heart of Lake of the Woods, with some of the lake's most interesting fishing areas right outside the lodge.

  • Day 1

    Morning flight from Europe. Arrive in Winnipeg in the afternoon and then be transferred to the Lodge. Dinner at the Lodge.

  • Gäddfiske i Lake of the Woods i Ontario, Kanada

    day 2-7

    6 full days of fishing.

  • Muskyfiske från båt i Lake of the Woods, Kanada

    day 8

    Transfer from the Lodge to Winnipeg and onwards flights home.

  • Fishing lodge vid Lake of the Woods i Kanada

    Day 9

    Land back in Europe

Available Dates

  • Book by request

    Depending on the length of the fishing trip, when you want to travel and how many you are.

    Contact us with your preferences and we will put together your package!

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Guidat fiske efter musky i Lake of the Woods
Matsal på lodge under fiskeresa i Lake of the Woods

Fishing in Lake of the Woods

Lake of the Woods is a classic musky water, but the beauty of the lake lies in its variety. There's also excellent fishing for walleye, pike, and smallmouth bass. With over 14,000 islands and numerous bays, channels, shoals, and rocky areas, there's plenty of water to explore and opportunities to vary your fishing throughout the week.

Musky – the lake's ultimate predator

For many anglers, the musky is the main reason to travel here. The Fish of 10,000 Casts has a reputation for requiring both patience and many casts, but Lake of the Woods is one of the classic waters for the species.

A large part of the fishing involves scouting the right structures and finding active fish. Follows are part of musky fishing, and a large fish can follow the bait all the way to the boat. When a musky finally decides to strike on a short line, it's a fishing experience that's hard to compare to anything else.

Walleye, pike, and smallmouth bass

Between musky sessions, there are plenty of opportunities to target other species. Walleye are fished around shoals, drop-offs, and rock structures, while pike are found throughout large parts of the lake, offering both quantity and trophy fish.

Smallmouth bass are another highlight. The fishing is active and well-suited for lighter tackle, using everything from jigs and crankbaits to topwater lures.

Fishing in the heart of the Canadian wilderness

Lake of the Woods is enormous, and the environment is a big part of the trip. Forested islands, rocky shores, narrow channels, and sheltered bays alternate, offering new areas to fish every day.

Fishing can be fully guided or combined with days on your own. Regardless of the setup, it's the mix of species, the abundance of fishable structures, and the vast Canadian wilderness that make Lake of the Woods such an interesting destination for anglers.

Två personer sitter i en liten fiskebåt under sin fisketur och håller tillsammans upp en stor fångad fisk. I bakgrunden syns vatten, strandlinjen och fiskeutrustning.
Walleye fångad under fiskeresa i Lake of the Woods, Kanada
Gäddfiske i Lake of the Woods i Ontario, Kanada

Accommodation and food

During the trip, you will stay at a classic Canadian fishing lodge in the middle of Lake of the Woods, with some of the lake's best fishing areas right outside the lodge. Here you live comfortably and have close access to the boats and the day's fishing.

After a long day on the lake, dinner and a relaxed evening at the lodge await. Food is an important part of the stay, with hearty breakfasts, dinners, and the classic Canadian shore lunch out on the lake.

The shore lunch, in particular, is an integral part of a fishing trip in Canada. The boat is moored at an island and lunch is prepared by the water before fishing continues.

It's a simple and well-thought-out arrangement for anglers. You stay right in the area you'll be fishing, eat well, and can spend most of your days out on Lake of the Woods.

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Fishing lodge vid Lake of the Woods, Kanada
Boende vid Lake of the Woods under fiskeresa i Kanada
Fishing lodge vid Lake of the Woods, Kanada
Kanadensisk fishing lodge vid Lake of the Woods
Gädda: Gäddfiske i Lake of the Woods i Ontario, Kanada
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Gear and bait

For Lake of the Woods, we recommend two setups: a heavier one for muskies and pike, and a lighter one for walleye and smallmouth bass.

For muskie fishing, an 8–9 ft rod with a casting weight of around 100–250 grams, combined with a heavy low-profile or baitcasting reel, is suitable. 80–100 lb braided line and a strong steel or fluorocarbon leader are good choices. The large lures and the power of a large muskie place high demands on the equipment.

For walleye and smallmouth bass, much lighter equipment is sufficient. A spinning or casting rod around 7–7.6 ft with a casting weight of approximately 10–40 grams covers most of the fishing. Braided line with a fluorocarbon leader works well for most methods.

Lures

Muskies are primarily fished with large soft plastic baits, jerkbaits, bucktails, spinnerbaits, and topwater lures. An important part of the fishing is the classic figure eight alongside the boat, where a following muskie can often be triggered to strike.

For walleye, jigs are mainly used, but blade baits, dropshot, and vertical jigging can also be effective depending on the conditions.

Smallmouth bass are fished with tubes, Ned rigs, jerkbaits, crankbaits, and topwater lures, among others. Pike readily take larger soft plastic baits, spinnerbaits, jerkbaits, and spoons.

In other words, with two well-considered setups, you will cover a large portion of the fishing during the week.

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These are just some of the fishing essentials we recommend for your fishing trip. At Outside Travels, we're with you every step of the way – before, during, and after your trip. Get help with everything from packing lists and equipment to valuable fishing tips that will make your experience even better.

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Before a fishing trip to Lake of the Woods

What fish species are in Lake of the Woods?

Lake of the Woods is primarily known for musky, walleye, pike, and smallmouth bass. It's the combination of several species that makes the lake so interesting, as you can vary your fishing during the trip.

When is the best time to fish in Lake of the Woods?

The fishing season runs from late May to October. For those who primarily want to fish for musky, the season starts in mid-June. Summer and early autumn offer good opportunities to combine musky fishing with walleye, northern pike, and smallmouth bass.

How do you fish for musky in Lake of the Woods?

Musky fishing is primarily done with large rubber baits, bucktails, jerkbaits, and other larger predator baits. Much of the fishing takes place around shoals, sounds, points, and other distinct structures.

Do I need to bring my own fishing gear?

You can bring your own equipment, and we recommend two sets if you want to fish for multiple species: a heavier one for musky and pike, and a lighter one for walleye and smallmouth bass. Contact us before your trip, and we’ll help you determine what suits your specific plans.

Is the fishing guided?

Yes, the trip is booked with local guides who know Lake of the Woods and the fishing well.

Can I customize my fishing trip to Lake of the Woods?

Absolutely. The number of fishing days, guiding, and the length of the trip can be adjusted to your preferences. We also help with the entire journey from Europe to the lodge.

Travel Guarantees & Insurance

We at Outside Travels have arranged a travel guarantee with Kammarkollegiet (the Swedish Legal, Financial and Administrative Services Agency), which means you can travel with us securely.

The travel guarantee entitles you to compensation if any part of your package tour or linked travel arrangements cannot be completed due to the organiser's insolvency.

With our travel guarantee and well-planned fishing trips, you can lean back and focus on what's most important – your fishing adventure.

Terms and Conditions

When you book a fishing trip with Outside Travels AB (org. no. 559046-2395), you travel safely and securely. We follow the general terms and conditions of the Swedish Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (SRF) as well as our own specific terms and conditions, adapted for fishing trips and package tours.

The terms describe everything you need to know about booking, payment, cancellation, changes, and liability. We also have a travel guarantee with Kammarkollegiet, which means you are protected if anything should happen to the organizer or the trip.

The purpose of our travel terms and conditions is to allow you to focus on what matters most – your fishing adventure – with complete security and clarity before departure.