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Canadian Fly-In Outposts

Emo, Ontario

Fly-in outfitter based in Emo, Ontario, operating six remote outpost camps in northwestern Ontario.

7 Outposts
Locations 7
Max Guests 12
Species walleye, muskie, pike, lake trout, smallmouth bass, crappie, largemouth bass
Access Multiple
WiFi Yes
Only cabin/lodge Yes
Pricing $$$$$

Overview

Canadian Fly-In Outposts is based out of Emo, Ontario, and operates fly-in outpost camps on six remote lakes in northwestern Ontario: Krooked, Entwine, Upper Frypan, Priam, Meggisi, and Off Lake. The five remote fly-in outposts are located northeast of Clearwater Lake, accessible only by float plane from the outfitter's airbase on Off Lake near Emo. Off Lake also has a drive-to cabin option for guests who prefer not to fly into the wilderness.

The operation offers housekeeping-style, self-guided fishing packages and also provides fall hunting for moose and deer. Guests can pre-order groceries, alcohol, and bait to have supplies waiting on arrival, and the outfitter can provide a full gear package for those who wish to simply show up and board the plane.

Best for: Groups seeking self-guided, housekeeping fly-in fishing with modern cabin amenities, including larger parties of up to 12.
Best time: The outfitter operates a spring-through-fall season, with walleye, pike, and bass fishing through summer and fall hunting seasons for moose and deer.

Highlights

Six lakes including five fly-in outposts
Walleye, northern pike, lake trout, bass, and muskie
Modern cabins with indoor flush toilets and showers
Backup generators and solar power at camps
Pontoon boats at select outposts
Fall moose and deer hunting available
Grocery and gear pre-order service

The Fishing

The outpost lakes support a variety of species including walleye, northern pike, lake trout, smallmouth bass, and muskie. Walleye at the outpost lakes typically run in the 2 to 4-pound class with trophy fish a possibility. Krooked Lake, part of the Trout River flowage, is 15 miles long with depths to 160 feet and holds smallmouth bass, walleye, northern pike, and lake trout across its humps, shelves, islands, and weed beds. Meggisi Lake is a large lake with muskie in excess of 35 pounds, along with northern pike and trout. Fishing across the camps is self-guided, with guests using the boats and motors provided at each outpost.

Northern pike can be targeted on all five remote lakes: Krooked, Upper Frypan, Meggisi, Priam, and Entwine. The Entwine Lake outpost is located 50 miles northeast of the airbase and accommodates groups of up to 12, with anglers able to fish for walleye, smallmouth bass, northern pike, and lake trout.

Accommodations

All outpost cabins are modern and clean, with pine finishing throughout. Amenities include indoor flush toilets, indoor showers, and backup generators. Some camps run on solar power with a gas stove and water heater. The Krooked Lake cabin has five bedrooms and two bathrooms with flush toilets. It sleeps up to 12 guests and includes a pontoon boat. The Entwine Lake outpost has four bedrooms and sleeps up to 12 guests. It has air conditioning, Starlink WiFi, two bathrooms with flush toilets, a screened-in porch, and a pontoon boat. Motor sheds stocked with nets, minnow buckets, and life jackets are provided, and seasoned firewood is available at the camps. The outfitter can provide a full grocery package tailored to guests' dietary needs.

Fish Species

walleye pike lake trout smallmouth bass muskie crappie largemouth bass

What They Offer

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

Meal plans
Boats included
Gas included
WiFi
Priam Lake Fishing Trip - Karli D

Priam Lake Fishing Trip - Karli D

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Based on 2 reviews from across the web
Review Highlights

Canadian Fly-In Outposts operates fly-in cabin packages on remote lakes including Krooked, Entwine, and Upper Frypan Lake. Guests fly out from Clearwater Lake on a separate flight service. Guest feedback is positive, particularly on cabin quality. One guest who visited for a moose hunt called the cabin the nicest they had stayed in on any fly-in trip. The cabin has solar power with a backup generator, a gas stove, a water heater, and a wood stove, along with strong scenic views.

There are a few practical points to know. The fly-in service is handled separately from the outfitter itself, so guests have limited control over that portion of the trip. Costs beyond the base cabin rate are not bundled in. These include fishing licenses, groceries, bait, and possibly fuel or float plane fees. The outfitter has a hosted option, but reviewers say the starting bid for that option was the same as standard rates, with no discount.

This destination suits self-sufficient outdoors people (hunters, anglers, or small groups) who are comfortable managing their own food and supplies in a remote setting and who prioritize cabin comfort and lake access over guided or all-inclusive service.

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Sep 1, 2018
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Moose Hunt Sept 2018
Flew in sept 2018 for moose hunt, weather was challenging but took a nice bull 1/2 mile from cabin. Cabin is the nicest ive stayed in on a fly-in trip. All solar with back up generator with gas stove and water heater. Big woodstove for those chilly evenings. Plus a great view.
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ZapBranigan Feb 7, 2005
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Has anyone used Canadian Fly-In Outposts Lakes
Has anyone used Canadian Fly-In Outposts Lakes. This group starts from Clearwater lake and flys you to Krooked, Entwine, or Upper Frypan Lake. Would like to get an idea of what to expect from someone who has used them or a similar fly in group. The fly in service is seperate so not much about that I can do. But these lakes only have their cabins on them? They make it sound like that. They have an add on hsolist but no savings there starting bid is the same as there normal rates. Price seems to reasonable so I'm not sure what other costs I'm missing. I know licenses and groceries and bait would be extra. But any idea what other surprises I would have to acct for?
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Getting There

Guests fly to the remote outpost camps by float plane from the outfitter's airbase on Off Lake, near Emo in northwestern Ontario. Emo is about one hour from International Falls, Minnesota. The outpost camps sit roughly 45 to 50 miles northeast of the airbase (Krooked Lake is 45 miles out and Entwine Point is 50 miles out) and are accessible only by float plane. Guests who prefer a non-fly-in option can stay at the drive-to cabin on Off Lake, beside the outfitter's office.

Access:

fly-in drive-in

Air service:

Canadian Fly-in Outposts Airbase

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Locations

Satellite map of Canadian Fly-In Outposts lodges and air base
Contact
Emo, Ontario
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Lodges & Camps

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Entwine Beach Outpost

Entwine Lake • 8 guests

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Entwine Point Outpost

Entwine Lake • 12 guests

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Krooked Lake Outpost

Krooked Lake • 12 guests

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Meggisi Lake Outpost

Meggisi Lake • 6 guests

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Off Lake Drive-In Cabin

Off Lake • 12 guests

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Priam Lake Outpost

Priam Lake • 6 guests

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Upper Frypan Lake Outpost

Upper Frypan Lake • 6 guests

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