Outpost
Esnagami River Outpost on Trident Lake
Esnagami River, Ontario — Near Nakina
About This Outpost
Accommodations
Amenities
Other: Gravity-fed water system, enclosed heated outdoor shower, propane BBQ, foam mattress pads in bunk cabin, landing nets and life jackets included
Fish Species
Boats & Equipment
Lake Information
The Esnagami River feeds into Esnagami Lake and is noted for Trophy Brook Trout and excellent Walleye fishing, with good Northern Pike fishing as well. Both spinning and fly fishing enthusiasts enjoy angling from boats and Scott Freighter Canoes, or by wading the seemingly endless number of runs, pools, and riffles. Located approximately 25 miles from the main lodge.
Meals & Services
Reviews & Reputation
Esnagami Wilderness Lodge on Esnagami Lake near Nakina, Ontario consistently earns high praise from a wide range of reviewers, from first-time fly-in guests to seasoned anglers who have fished around the world. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with multiple guests calling it their favourite fishing destination and many returning year after year. Guests mention owners Eric and Sue Lund by name repeatedly and credit them with creating a welcoming, personal atmosphere that makes guests feel like family. The lodge is the only outfitter on an 18,000-acre lake with 120 miles of shoreline, which guests often cite as a significant draw.
Guests consistently praise four areas: fishing quality, accommodations, food, and staff. The fishery, built up through decades of catch-and-release conservation, produces strong numbers of walleye, northern pike, and brook trout. Guests report walleye approaching 30 inches and pike in the high 30-inch range. The cabins have hot showers, flush toilets, and electricity, and guests describe them as clean and comfortable. Meals receive strong praise, including made-to-order breakfasts, freshly baked bread and desserts, and well-remembered shore lunches featuring freshly caught walleye and pike. Guests describe the guides as experienced and highly effective. They also single out the fleet of handcrafted cedar strip boats as a thoughtful touch. On the American plan, cabins are tidied daily, meals are handled entirely by staff, and luggage is delivered by utility vehicle. Reviewers describe it as a genuinely hands-off experience from arrival to departure.
Guests report no recurring complaints. The one caveat is the float plane ride itself, which one reviewer described as turbulent and uncomfortable, though they also noted others in their group found it unremarkable. Guests raise no concerns about value, cleanliness, staff, or fishing quality. The lodge suits groups of friends or couples seeking a comfortable, full-service stay, anglers targeting walleye and pike in a remote and lightly pressured fishery, and fly fishers interested in brook trout on moving water. It is also a strong fit for milestone or special-occasion trips (one review centred on a father's 70th birthday) and for first-time fly-in guests who want genuine wilderness access without sacrificing comfort.
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What's Included
Included
Round-trip floatplane service, cook cabin with propane fridge and stove/oven, pots/pans/plates/cups/utensils/cutlery/coffee percolator, propane BBQ, foam mattress pads (bunk cabin), 2 boats/canoes powered by 9.9 HP Mercury outboard motors, all fuel during stay, landing nets and life jackets
Not Included
Groceries/food, applicable taxes, guide fees if opted for, personal items
Getting There
Access: fly-in
Air Base: Cordingly Lake floatplane base, Nakina, Ontario
Flight Distance: 25 miles
Season & Booking
Season: May 23 to August 28
Minimum Stay: 7 days
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