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South Leland Lake Outpost

Andrew Lake Lodge

South Leland Lake, Alberta — Near Fort Smith, NT

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Max Guests 12

Access fly-in

Season Mid-May (as early as May long weekend) – Early October

Pricing $$$

About This Outpost

Only cabin on the lake — Complete privacy

The South Leland Lake Outpost Camp is a remote, self-guided fly-in outpost about 50 km east of Fort Smith, roughly halfway between Fort Smith and Andrew Lake. The camp sits in a protected cove just south of the rapids connecting South and North Leland lakes on the Canadian Shield. The Leland system has over 100 km of shoreline to explore. Three private guest cabins (with a 4th under construction in 2026) each sleep 2 to 4 guests and have electricity (solar and battery system backed up by generator), full kitchens, BBQ, fire pits, camp chairs and picnic tables. A central building has shower facilities. Toilet facilities are an outhouse. There is no permanent staff. Guests run their own camp, with periodic fly-in camp checks and a 24-hour satellite phone. Bookable only by groups of 6 or more. Best lake for species variety: lake trout, walleye, pike, and whitefish.

Accommodations

Lodging Type

Private outpost cabins (3 cabins; 4th under construction 2026)

Max Guests

Amenities

Electricity: Yes - solar and battery system backed up by Honda gasoline generator

Running Water: Yes

Hot Water: Yes - propane hot water tank

Drinking Water: No

Shower: Yes

Sink: Yes

Toilet: outhouse

Heat: Yes - wood burning stove

WiFi

Cell: No

24-hour satellite telephone included; Starlink satellite wifi optional rental at $25/day

Dock

Fish Cleaning Station

Fish Freezer

Other: BBQ and picnic tables, fire pits, camp chairs; central building with shower; 400-gallon gravity-fed water tower; spare boats and motors; tools and engine spare parts on-site; canoe available; life jackets and landing nets included; downriggers and sonar fish finders available for rental; beverage and grocery pre-order freight flight available; free overnight pre-trip accommodation in Fort Smith; free parking in Fort Smith

Fish Species

walleye lake trout pike

Boats & Equipment

Boats Included

Boat Length

14–15 ft

Boat Brand

Lund & Alumarine

Motor

9.9HP

Motor Brand

Honda & Yamaha

Seat Type

boat seats included

Gas Included

Yes

Lake Information

South Leland Lake is the best lake in the operation for species variety, offering lake trout, walleye, northern pike, and whitefish. Over 100 km of shoreline to explore on the Leland system. Some of the best fishing is where the north and south lakes join and at the rapids inflow. Lake trout average 3–5 lbs with some in the teens. Pike reach 40"+ and 20+ lbs trophy class. The rapids between North and South Leland lakes are a prime fishing zone. Ice typically breaks up May 9–16, earliest of the three lakes in the operation.

Lake Name

South Leland Lake

Province

Alberta, Northeast Alberta / Canadian Shield

Water Clarity

Cold and clear

Lake Structure

Long, narrow lake system characterized by granite of the Canadian Shield, rocky steep banks. System runs north-south as a chain of lakes. Rapids between South and North Leland lakes. River inflow near camp.

Fishing Pressure

Only lodge on the lake. No commercial fishing or netting.

Meals & Services

Meal Plan

Housekeeping

Meals Included

No - guests do their own cooking

Guide Service

not available

Reviews & Reputation

Review Highlights

Andrew Lake Lodge, operated by Dan and his team, has earned strong praise from guests who have visited for both fishing and hunting trips. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive. Guests describe it as one of the best lodges in northern Alberta, and many return year after year. One reviewer said it was their fifth trip with the outfitter. Guests single out Dan and his staff for memorable, well-organized trips in a remote fly-in setting.

Guests highlight the wilderness experience beyond the activities themselves, including exceptional wildlife viewing, landscapes, and northern lights. The moose hunting draws serious hunters. One guest harvested a 55-inch bull that ranked among the top Pope and Young bulls ever recorded in Alberta. The remote, fly-in operation is a major draw, with access to areas with big-game populations and scenery.

Reviews show no recurring complaints. One hunter said nearly three-quarters of a 14-day hunt was spent sheltered because of extreme winds, a reality of operating in northern Alberta's wilderness. Moose hunting takes hard work and some luck, and game is not guaranteed. The lodge suits serious hunters, particularly archery or trophy moose hunters, as well as anglers and outdoor enthusiasts comfortable with remote fly-in conditions and variable northern weather.

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What's Included

Included

Return air charter flights (from chosen departure city), 2 nights/3 days private cabin accommodation, cooking utensils, pots, pans, plates, fridge and freezer, BBQ, stove, dishes, unlimited boat use and fuel, life jackets and landing net, satellite telephone, fly-in camp checks, free beverage order flight, baggage allowance (100 lbs from Fort Smith; 50 lbs free + $1.50/lb up to 100 lbs from Fort McMurray/Edmonton), free overnight pre-trip accommodation in Fort Smith, free parking in Fort Smith. Group of 6+ gets exclusive use of all 3 cabins.

Not Included

Taxi between airport and floatplane base if required, sleeping bag and pillow, food and liquor, fishing gear and licenses, dish soap, toilet paper, paper towels, paper plates, cups and utensils, GST; Starlink wifi rental $25/day (optional)