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Vee Lake Outpost

Amik Outposts

Vee Lake, Ontario — Near Red Lake

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Max Guests 6

Access fly-in

Pricing $$

About This Outpost

Only cabin on the lake — Complete privacy

6-man log cabin with gas stove/oven, propane refrigerator and solar chest freezer. Hot and cold running water with shower and solar lighting. Screened in gazebo for evening recreation. Gas BBQ grills and fish cookers. Satellite phone for emergency use only.

Accommodations

Lodging Type

Log cabin

Max Guests

Amenities

Electricity: Yes - solar

Running Water: Yes

Hot Water: Yes

Shower: Yes

Sink: Yes

Toilet: flush

Cell: No

Satellite phone for emergency use only

Dock

Fish Freezer

Other: Large fuel tank for clean gas, screened gazebo

Fish Species

walleye pike

Boats & Equipment

Boats Included

Boat Length

Boat Brand

Lund

Motor

9.9 hp

Motor Start

pull

Motor Brand

Yamaha

Seat Type

swivel

Gas Included

Yes

Lake Information

Headwaters to Cobham River System. Moving water, excellent structure for trophy fishing. Walleyes common 18-25 inches with many 29 inches. Pike plentiful, many groups catch one or more over 40 inches.

Lake Name

Vee Lake

Province

Ontario, Northwestern Ontario

Lake Structure

Headwaters of Cobham River System, many long arms, various depths, countless bays, narrows

Meals & Services

Meal Plan

Housekeeping

Guide Service

not available

Reviews & Reputation

Review Highlights

Amik Outposts, a family-run fly-in fishing operation based out of Red Lake, Ontario, draws consistently strong praise from guests, many of whom return year after year. One guest has come back for 25 consecutive seasons. John and Rena run the operation. Guests repeatedly describe them as professional, responsive, and caring. One reviewer told of staff helping coordinate accommodations and an emergency evacuation after a medical incident, a level of personal attention that goes well beyond typical outfitter service. Guests overwhelmingly describe a trustworthy, well-organized outfit that treats guests like family.

Fishing is the centerpiece, and the numbers are big. Guests report catching large volumes of walleye and northern pike across multiple lakes including Cobham, Shearstone, Findlay, Blackbirch, and Vee Lake. One group landed 98 walleye over 20 inches and 90 pike over 27 inches in a single week, including a 43-inch pike. Another group caught over 140 walleye in a single day. Cabins are comfortable and adequately stocked, with supplies like nightcrawlers and spices already on hand. Boats are roomy, and logistics, including flight arrangements via a de Havilland Otter, are smooth and well-communicated. Guests single out Rena for thorough pre-trip communication covering gear lists, weight limits, and travel planning.

One forum post gave a 4-star rating rather than 5. This destination suits groups of fishing buddies or multi-generational families who prioritize high fish counts for walleye and pike, value a remote fly-in trip, and appreciate a hands-on, personally managed operation. Repeat visitors and first-time fly-in guests are both well served here.