Review Highlights
Guests rate Woman River Camp very highly. Nearly every review gives 5 stars, and the two 4-star reviews are also positive. Many reviewers are repeat visitors, some returning for 15 to 37 years, and several say they stopped trying other Canadian destinations after finding it. Owners Paul and Debbie (Deb) Mossip are named in almost every review, and guests often describe them as the main reason they return.
Guests consistently praise the hosts' hospitality, the clean, comfortable, well-kept cabins, and the boats and motors, which they call modern and reliable. The fishing gets strong reviews. Reviewers report good numbers of walleye and pike, plus lake trout and smallmouth bass, and one group reported releasing nearly 300 fish in a week. Guides, especially Ricky, help newcomers and children catch fish. Other positives are the large amount of accessible water that doesn't feel crowded, safe conditions on windy days, designated shore lunch spots, the midweek cook-out or get-together, and the food. Several reviewers saw wildlife such as caribou, black bear and bald eagles. A few guests also came for bear and moose hunting and recommend the camp for that.
Complaints are minor. The camp is a drive-in housekeeping camp, and one reviewer described it as simple and not fancy. It is a long drive from the border, with about an hour on a logging road, though reviewers called it worthwhile and the road easy. One forum reviewer noted that the main camp is not especially isolated, since boats from other camps pass by and there is a public ramp about half a mile away. The same reviewer said it takes 30 to 45 minutes to reach Big Woman River and preferred a different camp for fishing. Reviewers also acknowledge that fishing has good and bad days, and one hunter had a poor year simply because of the week he chose. Because much of the business is repeat, one guest advised booking early. The camp suits families and multigenerational groups, including young children and teenagers, first-time Canada fly-in or drive-in visitors, repeat anglers who value hospitality and equipment, and groups wanting a relaxed week of walleye and pike fishing. It also suits hunters who want a drive-in camp.
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Mike Gottschalk
Nov 11, 2024
Outfitter
Amazing People!
It was an amazing time. We caught plenty of walleye, lake trout, pike and smallmouth bass. All the staff went out of their way to make sure that everything was fantastic. We will be back many more times to fish and hunt! This was one of the most exciting and memorable getaways I've ever had. Don't miss out on this opportunity if you're considering going to Canada this is the perfect place!
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Sue Trimble
Nov 10, 2024
Outfitter
2024 Fishing Trip
This was our first visit to Woman River Camp. We had a fantastic time and can't wait to come back next year! Paul and Debbie were very hospitable and someone was always available to answer questions. It was a great week of fishing!
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Dale Marsh
Sep 13, 2023
Outfitter
Best Camp ever
If you want fun,fish and great accommodation go to Woman River Camp. Hog fish, great Cabins, great boats, Happy owners and a happy dog(Winchester)go there.
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Kylene Luepke
Sep 13, 2023
Outfitter
Fishing in July
It was my first time. Marked it off my bucket list and will go back. My uncle has been going up for years. My dad and brother have been up there before also. The week was great, weather was fantastic. We got to see Caribou and black bear along with many Bald Eagles. Paul and Deb are great people and feel like family. The food was great, things to do for kids as we had teenagers with us. Spending time with family & friends is what it is all about. I love the outdoors so will be back in the future for a week of relaxation and fishing.
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Paul Abney
Jan 10, 2023
Outfitter
We just got home from a great week of fishing. Our group range from 76 to 4 years old and there was something for everyone. We caught a lot of fish, with some really nice ones. We threw back about as many walleye ( to big ) as we kept. Debbie and Paul could not have been nicer. We had a great time with Ricky, our guide. Hope to see you all in the near future!
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valley366
Jun 19, 2022
Forum
Trip report Woman River Camp 11-18 June
Had never been to WRC prior to this trip and had not seen much online about it so will provide our experience. Was my 13 YO son with me. His 5th trip to the Canada bush. WRC camp had designated shorelunch areas across the system. Overall well run camp with clean and functional equipment. Great people running the place and will take care of you while in camp.
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Jim Baker
Oct 28, 2021
Outfitter
Moose Hunt
This will be my third year hunting at Woman River Camp with Paul and Deb. They truly have a wonderful camp and go out of their way to do everything they can do to make your stay enjoyable. Will be looking forward to another great experience again this year.
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Mark Wine
Mar 1, 2020
Outfitter
Best Camp in NW Ontario
I have been fishing the Woman River system for the 37 years...the last 15/16 from Woman River Camp. WRC is without a doubt the best value you will find. The accommodations, cabins, boats, service and equipment are unmatched. I always book my next visit to WRC as I finish my current one.....I don't want to miss out! The BEST part of going to Woman River Camp, beyond the good fishing and memorable experience, is beyond a doubt the great hosts and hospitality of Paul, Debbie and Winchester. Once you've been you will want to come back again and again. I know I will as long as I can. WRC is absolutely the best you can wish for.
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Roger Osborne
Feb 19, 2020
Outfitter
Woman River Camp
As an avid fisherman and prior lodge owner of South Bay Lodge (now Woman River Camp Outpost on Confederation Lake). I am so happy to see what Paul and Deb are doing to both camps. I while I can't make it back this summer I did go up a couple times in the last few years... Lake Trout average sizes are increasing, Northern Pike are more plentiful than ever, and the Walleye fishing was off the chart! Now for the believable part..camp improvements are never ending, new cabins, new boats and great customer service. Assuming they still do the weekly camp cook-outs its a vacation you will treasure forever... If you are too late to get a reservation for 2020 put this one on your bucket list for 2021 book early most of their business is repeat and you will be disappointed if you wait too long!
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vince knoot
Feb 18, 2020
Outfitter
I have been fishing in Canada for nearly 40 years starting out as a kid going with my dad and uncles. I have fished multiple locations in Ontario, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. I even enjoyed the adventure of trying new waters every year that is until we made our first visit to Woman River Camp back in 2007. Ever since that trip we have found the location we would like to call our 2nd home. The combination of great equipment, cabins, excellent fishing and most importantly fantastic people in Debbie and Paul are hard to beat. Plenty of accessible water gives a feeling of a remote camp without having other boats crowd you and safe conditions on those windy days is a big plus to us. I would highly recommend either the main camp or the outposts as we have used both. Give them a try, I don't think you will be disappointed.
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Patrick Wolf
Feb 13, 2020
Outfitter
Good People
I have fished numerous times in Canada, until Woman River Camp we always went home wanting to try a new location the next time. Not anymore, Paul and Debbie are the best. Its not just the good fishing, we have good days and bad days, thats fishing, it boils down to how they treat you and the entire experience. There is nothing fancy, very simple and not over commercialized yet convenient. Its perfect for me! We are on our 4th year in a row and I hope that my family grows that streak to 20 + years!
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Robert Gooding
Sep 1, 2007
Forum
Woman River Camp - Outfitter Review (moose hunt)
07 was my 3rd year up at this camp. Was able to harvest 3 yr. old the first year, missed a real nice bull the day before. 07 was just a bad year. Saw cow/calf, cow/yearling, and a cow/bull (young bull). Have to admit it was the wrong week. Camp is great. Owners Paul and Deb are GREAT! Paul is helpful if you have any questions. It is a hike up to camp, but well worth the trip. I recommend this outfitter.
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gene williamson
Feb 19, 2006
Forum
RE: Woman River Camp
I have been to woman river camp 4 times, once with the old owners and 3 times with paul. It has been a great place to take my grandkids. We catch tons of walleye and the cabins are very nice. You will love it, my family does.
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john fisherman
Feb 16, 2006
Forum
RE: Woman River Camp
I fished at woman river a couple of times, once with canada north and once with paul at woman river camp. I enjoyed the fishing both times, we had good success for walleyes and pike. I am heading back to woman river camp again this year, I just need to pick some dates. I didn't like canada north because they were very impersonable, paul was great he gave us fishing spots, check with us at the dock every morning and then again when we returned from fishing. It was a great place. The cabins were very nice. I'm sure whenever you go you will have good fishing, because its on a river system.
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Woman River in Remote Ontario
Writer's 2017 trip to Woman River Camp, a remote drive-in housekeeping camp. He says the last hour on a logging road was easy and that he loved the adventure from the start. He describes nine modern light-housekeeping cottages, with owners Paul and Debbie Mossip constantly upgrading and remodeling. He says the fishing is good, but the chance to get back to nature is better.
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Woman River Camp & Outposts
Trip write-up of a bear hunt with Woman River Camp. The hunters stayed in a main camp cabin with a full kitchen, three bedrooms and a full bathroom. They fished one morning with guide Ricky, caught walleye and pike, and had a fish fry. The write-up says they highly recommend Paul and Debbie for a hunting or fishing adventure, citing the hunting, fishing, accommodations and food.
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Woman River Camp (in Ghost River or Woman River thread)
I have been at WRC numerous times, most recently two years ago in September. Paul and Deb are among the best operators that we have ever used. We have stayed in the main camp twice and the outpost once. The main camp is pretty comfortable and there is a camp get together midweek. However, it is not too isolated since there are three (I think, maybe four) camps on the system and most of the other camps' boats will pass by the cabin since it is on a river. Also a public ramp about a half mile from the main camp. Fishing: to get to Big Woman river will take you 30-45 minutes. Little Woman is full of smallmouths and we have had a lot of fun locating and slaying them. Ghost River hands down (preferred over WRC).
This lake
Friendly camp, family run. Great fishing boats, cabins were comfortable and close to the boat dock. Used their guide Ricky one day and he really helped me learn how to catch the fish! It is a ways from the border, but worth the drive, caught lots of fish every day.
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Fantastic Fishing Get-a-way!
Paul and Debby provide a wonderful wilderness fishing experience. The camp cabins are well kept, clean, and comfortable. Boats and motors worked flawlessly all week, and the entire camp is very well maintained. Paul's generous knowledge of the Woman River and it's denizens is a valuable and welcome plus (as are the propane deep fryers when the fishing is done each day). We caught (and released) nearly 300 fish during our week visit. The drive from International Falls is very reasonable for this fabulous fishing adventure!
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We've been fishing the Woman River and staying at Woman River Camp since 2001. The fishing is outstanding. The boats and motors are always in great shape. The camp gets better every year as Paul and Deb are constantly making improvements. The cabins are clean and comfortable. This is about as remote as you can get and still drive right up to your cabin. Highly recommend.
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This was my first trip to woman River been to Canada numerous times with my son. This was the first time we took my grandson who was only seven years old. I was afraid he would not be able to catch fish. the first day we took a guide, (Rick) took my grandson under his guidance and within minutes caught a nice walleye jigging, which he had never done before! my grandson Ended up catching more fish than me and my son. He had a wonderful time. Paul and his wife were very accommodating and gracious and answered all of our questions a concerns. We will definitely be going back.
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Very well maintained camp, excellent and friendly operators, modern and well maintained fleet, spacious clean and well equipped cabins, remote location with access to scores of miles of water, exotic and easy to access portage lakes with boats at the ready. Fabulous fishing and all around experience.
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