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Campfire Lake Outpost

Wilderness Air Escapes

Campfire Lake, Ontario — Near Vermilion Bay

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Lake Size 892 acres

Max Depth 52 ft

Max Guests 8

Access fly-in

Season May – October

Pricing $$

About This Outpost

One of the outfitter's exclusive fly-in lakes, with two shallow weedy bays and rocky shorelines. A catch and release lake with smallmouth bass, silver northern pike and walleye. The cabin sits on a sandy beach among birch and pine and sleeps up to eight people. Guests can explore small islands or hike alongside a waterfall to a portage lake. There is a sauna bath.

Accommodations

Lodging Type

cabin

Max Guests

Amenities

Electricity: Yes - solar

Running Water: Yes

Hot Water: Yes

Drinking Water: Yes

Shower: Yes

Sink: Yes

Toilet: outhouse

Heat: Wood stove

A/C: No

Cell: No

Satellite communication, Starlink internet

Dock

Fish Cleaning Station

Other: Sandy beach, pre-cut firewood, BBQ, fish cookers, landing nets, life jackets, lake maps, linens, cookware

Fish Species

smallmouth bass pike walleye

Portage Lakes: Yes

Boats & Equipment

Boats Included

Boat Length

14'

Motor

8 hp or 9.9 hp outboard

Motor Brand

Yamaha

Gas Included

Yes

Lake Information

2800-acre secluded fly-in lake with two shallow weedy bays and rocky shorelines. A catch and release lake. Features a waterfall portage hike and numerous small islands to explore.

Lake Name

Campfire Lake

Province

Ontario, Northwestern Ontario

Lake Size

892 acres

Max Depth

52 ft

Avg Depth

21 ft

Lake Structure

Two shallow weedy bays, rocky shorelines, small islands

Fishing Pressure

Catch and release only

Meals & Services

Meal Plan

Housekeeping

Guide Service

not available

Reviews & Reputation

5.0

Based on 2 reviews from across the web

Review Highlights

Wilderness Air Escapes earns consistently strong ratings, with every reviewer giving five stars. Guests repeatedly describe their trips as memorable and well-organized. The company has a loyal repeat customer base. One reviewer said it was their ninth trip with the outfitter and called all visits excellent. Reviews are enthusiastic throughout, and expectations match the experience.

Guests highlight the quality of fishing as a clear strength. Crooked Lake is a productive destination with Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, and Northern Pike. Staff and pilots receive consistent praise for being helpful, knowledgeable about local rules and regulations, and personable. Small touches, such as allowing a child to sit up front during the flight, add to the experience. Guests count the scenic float plane rides as a highlight, not just a means of transportation.

Reviewers raise no recurring complaints. Wilderness Air Escapes suits groups of friends or family members, particularly fathers and sons, looking for a remote fly-in fishing trip in a wilderness setting. It also fits multi-species anglers, first-time fly-in guests who want attentive guidance, and anglers who value repeat reliability over novelty.

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B. Hurl

Outfitter

I just wanted to say what a great experience I had a Campfire lake. The facilities were excellent and the fishing was great. We caught well over 100 fish a day and the smallmouth fishing was fantastic. Herb was a top notch pilot and a real pleasure. Bob keep up the good work and we'll see you again next year.

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D.F. – Walton, Indiana

Outfitter

Once again hats off to you and your staff! We just came back from our trip to Campfire Lake and the fishing was again great! We are looking forward to many trips with you all in the future. We really enjoy your great service and accommodations. Thanks again for a great fishing experience.

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What's Included

Included

Round-trip air transportation from Vermilion Bay, cabin accommodations, fully equipped kitchen with solar/propane fridge and range, solar lighting, generator, satellite/Starlink communication, pre-cut firewood, 14' boats with Yamaha motors, lake maps, linens, cookware, landing nets, life jackets, BBQ, fish cookers, drinking water