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Picnic Island Main Camp

Onaman Lake Lodge

Onaman Lake, Ontario — Near Nakina

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Lake Size 26,781 acres

Max Depth 62 ft

Access fly-in

Season June 1 – Second week of September

Pricing $

About This Lodge

Only cabin on the lake — Complete privacy

The main camp at Onaman Lake Lodge, located on Picnic Island. Four self-guided housekeeping cabins (Cabins 1 to 4) situated on a 28,712-acre remote fly-in lake in Northern Ontario, with outstanding walleye and northern pike fishing. The only cabins on the lake. All cabins have 24-hour hydro for lights, wifi, fans, and battery charging. Cabins are fully equipped with kitchens, boats, motors, and gas. Operated by Dave and Wendy Paton since 2024.

Accommodations

Lodging Type

Self-guided housekeeping cabins (4 individual cabins on Picnic Island)

Amenities

Electricity: Yes - hydro (24 hour)

Running Water: Yes

Hot Water: Yes

Shower: Yes

Sink: Yes

Toilet: flush

Heat: Wood stove

A/C: No

WiFi

Wifi available

Dock

Shore Lunch Kit: Yes - outdoor cooker for fish fries provided

Other: Propane BBQ, electric fridge, propane stove, fully stocked kitchen (pots, pans, coffee maker, utensils, table, 8 chairs), wood stove, fitted sheet, pillow and pillowcase, life jackets and cushions, fishnet. Cabin 1: built-in bathroom (toilet, sink, shower), 2 bedrooms, sleeps 6 in beds + 2 on futons. Cabin 2: 2 bedrooms (2 bunk beds each), sleeps 8 in beds + 1 on futon, shared private bathhouse. Cabin 3: 2 bedrooms (bunk + single each), sleeps 6 in beds + 2 on futons, shared private bathhouse. Cabin 4: 2 bedrooms (2 bunk beds each), sleeps 8 in beds, shared private bathhouse.

Fish Species

walleye pike

Lake Information

Onaman Lake is very large and picturesque, approximately 6 miles wide and 17 miles long, containing many islands. Well known for its abundance of fighting walleye and monster northern pike. Many weed lines and rock shoals create the perfect habitat for holding large fish, often referred to as the 'fish factory'. Wildlife including Woodland Caribou, Moose, and Bear may be seen.

Lake Name

Onaman Lake

Province

Ontario, Zone 7 (Wawa-Geraldton)

Lake Size

26,781 acres

Max Depth

62 ft

Avg Depth

7 ft

Lake Structure

Many weed lines and rock shoals scattered throughout; many islands big and small; approximately 6 miles wide and 17 miles long

Fishing Pressure

Only cabins on the lake; low pressure

Meals & Services

Meal Plan

Housekeeping

Meals Included

Guide Service

not available

Reviews & Reputation

5.0

Based on 1 review from across the web

Review Highlights

Onaman Lake Lodge earns top marks from guests, with at least one reviewer awarding a perfect five-star rating. Guests describe the trip as memorable and well worth repeating. The personal connection with the lodge owners and staff stands out as a highlight, and the lodge is a welcoming, hospitality-focused operation rather than a purely transactional one.

Guests praise the fishing, and one reviewer calls it fantastic. The adventure of a fly-in trip also resonates, with at least one guest calling it a trip of a lifetime while expressing interest in coming back the following year.

No guests have raised concerns or criticisms. The lodge suits anglers looking for an adventurous fly-in fishing trip in Canada who value a personal, friendly atmosphere.

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Doug Duvall

Outfitter

Adventure of a Lifetime

What a great thing you guys have! I really enjoyed meeting you all! It was the adventure of a lifetime but I hope to be back next year to do it again! Did I mention the fishing was fantastic?

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