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Sumach Lake Outpost

Excellent Adventures Outposts

Sumach Lake, Ontario — Near Cochenour / Red Lake

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Max Depth 90 ft

Max Guests 6

Access fly-in

Season May – End of October

Pricing $$

About This Outpost

Only cabin on the lake — Complete privacy

Sumach Lake is a luxury fly-in outpost 32 miles from the float base in Cochenour. It is tied for the most requested outpost. The lake holds five species: Walleye, Northern Pike, Lake Trout, Smallmouth Bass, and Perch. It is a strong Walleye lake with good Trout fishing. The water is stained. A maintained portage leads to Mushroom Lake. Trophy fish must be released, and all Bass fishing is catch and release.

Accommodations

Lodging Type

Outpost cabin

Max Guests

Bedrooms

Amenities

Electricity: Yes - generator and solar

Running Water: Yes

Hot Water: Yes

Drinking Water: Yes

Shower: Yes

Sink: Yes

Toilet: composting

Heat: Yes - CSA approved wood stove and glass door fireplace

WiFi

Satellite phone and wireless internet access

Dock

Other: 2-bedroom cabin with screened-in deck overlooking the lake; large sitting area with 2 couches and glass door fireplace; propane BBQ on deck; C-pap outlets in bedrooms; pre-cut firewood; marked lake maps; 125 lb weight allowance; free advance grocery/beverage delivery with 2 weeks notice; beds with 6-inch mattresses and pillows; all pots, pans, dishes, silverware; full size refrigerator; toilet paper and cleaning supplies; nets, paddles, anchors included with boats

Fish Species

walleye pike lake trout

Portage Lakes: Yes - walleye, pike (Mushroom Lake: boat and motor provided) (1 lakes)

Boats & Equipment

Boats Included

Boat Length

14 feet

Motor

9.9 hp

Motor Brand

Yamaha

Seat Type

cushioned boat seats

Gas Included

Yes

Lake Information

4 miles long, 1 mile wide at widest point. Stained water lake. Maximum depth 90 feet, mean depth 40 feet. Five species in one lake. Known as a killer Walleye lake with good Trout. Portage to Mushroom Lake (Walleye and Northern Pike). Only cabin on the lake. Trophy fish must be released; all smallmouth bass is catch and release. Conservation limit applies for take-homes.

Lake Name

Sumach Lake

Province

Ontario, Northwestern Ontario

Max Depth

90 ft

Avg Depth

40 ft

Water Clarity

Stained water lake

Lake Structure

Portage access to Mushroom Lake with boat and motor

Fishing Pressure

Conservation limits allow take-homes; no trophies out; all bass catch and release

Meals & Services

Meal Plan

Housekeeping

Meals Included

No - guests bring and prepare their own food; grocery pre-order/delivery available at no extra cost

Guide Service

not available

Reviews & Reputation

Review Highlights

Excellent Adventures Outposts has a strong reputation among guests. Reviewers consistently give top marks, and many return year after year. Repeat business runs roughly 75%. Guests describe their trips as standout experiences and say they plan to return. Guests often credit owners Faron and Joyce and their staff for the quality and consistency of the operation.

Guests praise several areas in particular: the professionalism and friendliness of the float plane pilots, the food, and the guiding staff for both fishing and moose hunting. Guests describe the lodging as comfortable and well above a basic "roughing it" experience. Cat Island Lodge combines strong fishing with comfortable accommodations and good cuisine. Hunting guides receive high marks for their knowledge and for handling logistics from start to finish, including meal preparation and transporting harvested game.

There are no recurring complaints. Guest feedback is uniformly positive across lodging, staff, food, and the trip as a whole. This outfitter is best suited for anglers looking for a fly-in fishing trip with comfortable accommodations, hunters pursuing trophy moose in Ontario's Sunset Country, and guests who want to combine both activities in a single trip. It suits both first-time fly-in visitors and experienced outdoors travelers looking for a well-organized, full-service remote operation.

What's Included

Included

Float plane transport to/from outpost; three 14-ft boats with 9.9 hp Yamaha motors, gas, cushioned boat seats, nets, paddles, anchors, minnow buckets; portage lake boat and motor; marked lake maps; pre-cut firewood; propane fish cooker; propane BBQ grill; satellite phone and wireless internet; screened-in fish house with running water; cabin with beds (6-inch mattresses and pillows), all pots/pans/dishes/silverware/coffee pot, full size refrigerator and deep freezer, toilet paper/dish soap/cleaning supplies/trash bags, showers, indoor toilet, hot and cold water, gas and solar lights, generator and solar system, CSA approved wood stove, glass door fireplace; free advance delivery of pop/beer/water (2 weeks notice); 125 lb weight allowance

Not Included

Ontario fishing license; food and beverages; fishing rods, reels, and fishing equipment; no trophies may be taken home; all smallmouth bass is catch and release; 13% HST tax (added to all prices); gas surcharge may apply