From Wunnummin Lake the Winisk River flows northeast into Winisk River Provincial Park and village of Webequie. Day 14 June 30 Camp Description. The water was raging white all the way around the bend. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Baxter is my buddy for the next two hours. There were several confusing bays and openings to test our map reading skills. Lake Nipigon, the headwater of the Nipigon River, remains a remarkably unspoiled place. The wind worked up waves that enhanced the white water breaking over the rocks as we went by Turtle Island. Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. The Canoe Atlas of the Little North provided most of the information for the last half of the trip on the upper Winisk River. All in all it was a pretty good first day! We found the site. It was late and so we throw up our tents in the trees along the portage trail on river left above a long run of CIIIs. We hunted for the gravesite that was supposed to be across the bay. This route cuts through the granite of the Canadian Shield and features a variety of whitewater, waterfalls, small and big lakes. We stopped and camped on the portage before the next big run. We ran some more small rapids to get into Chipai Lake. I am sure that there are paddlers that could run that series but I was very glad to portage. We came to the fork in the river at Giblin Island in Nibinamik Lake. TRIP LOG: Submitted by Vern Fish June 2014. We hiked out to the end of the point and tried to find a line through this maze of whitewater. Perfect for a day of shoreline fishing, the area is full of submerged trees and bass just waiting to be caught, specifically where Tonto Creek enters the lake. We weaved our way past Howson Island and south of Ivey Island. The next river, moving southward, is the Attiwapiskat River which flows for 465 miles and drains into James Bay. We traveled 20 miles and are about 80 miles into the trip. To quote the Canoe Atlas of the Little North, The series of rapids out of the lake turned hard to the right to give it the shape of a C. It turned out to be a very nice CI-II series. We have direct access for fishing trips from Peawanuck on to the Winisk River by boat, and by floatplane to adjacent rivers including the Sutton, Brandt and Shagamu Rivers. For the town situated along the river, see, "Winisk River Provincial Park - Waterway", Ontario Parks - Winisk River Official Website, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Winisk_River&oldid=1115892033, This page was last edited on 13 October 2022, at 19:10. We left our Hilton on the Assin and headed for the exit. Jerry and I were happy to be flying home but we were both a little disappointed that we had not be able to push on to Webequie. This article related to a river in Northern Ontario, Canada is a stub. We have gone 36 miles in 4.5 days on 200 mile trip! We could see the radio tower in the distance and we stopped for few minutes to discuss our options. We rolled another canoe on the next rapids. fishing in Hudson Bay (204 km) | fishing in Upper Attawaspiskat (315 km) | fishing in Lower Attawaspiskat (317 km) | fishing in Roggan-river (400 km) | fishing in Ft. George River (Loon Point) (421 km) | fishing in La Grande Rivire (431 km) | fishing in Tukarak (453 km) | fishing in Great Whale River (464 km) | fishing in Bill of Portland Island (468 km) | fishing in Port Nelson (471 km), TIDES4FISHING | WEATHER FORECAST IN WINISK | NEXT 7 DAYS, Plan now and enjoy your activities at sea with the tides4fishing app. The next run of white water was a powerful set of CIII-IV. Day 9 June 25 Omissions? Fly-In River Fishing for Brook Trout, Walleye and Northern Pike, Guests: 4 to 8 I still find it amazing how fast information can travel in the north. Day 12 June 28 Thank you for sharing your trip. The name Big Rapids or Kitche Powitik should have been a clue that this was going to be CIII or bigger. Moderate to Advanced This trip requires remote wilderness camping skills and the ability to read and paddle whitewater from CI up to CIII+. We rolled into the first line of water with no problem. You could see a rock cairns every now and then but the trail and trees were completely burned away. We will not get a couple miles of paddling to warm up before we hit the whitewater! Algonquin Park [1] The name is from Cree origin meaning "groundhog". Today, people still travel to the region to try and break that record. Size: 141100.00 ha Year established: 1969 Park Classification: Waterway Our map notes said we line the left side of the next falls but we quickly ruled out that option. Our route follows the Pipestone River Provincial Park from a road access north of Pickle Lake to Kanuchuan Lake. It took a fair amount of time to pull this canoe out of the strong back wash and get bail it out. Lynn helped us find Jim Bradley of Cristal Lake Camp to drive us up the gravel road to the put-in point. Having the world record on the resume doesn't hurt. Winisk Lake (French: lac Winisk) is a large, irregularly-shaped lake in the Unorganized Part of Kenora District in northwestern Ontario, Canada. Located in Tonto National Forest, Roosevelt Lake is the place to go for bass fishing. Make your fishing dreams come true today and tomorrow. I banged my left hip on the ledge and it really hurt in the cold water! The inside scoop on bass flies from the hosts of The New Fly Fisher. Finally, we came to Hole-in-the-Wall Falls at 45 km. Unless we found this pack, we were going to have a tough time going home! Our final destination was a hunting camp used by the village on a tributary to the Trout filled waters of the legendary Winisk River. We are up and on the water before 7 am. It is time to leave but I have mixed emotions. A popular fishing lake located in the White Mountains of North Eastern Arizona, Big Lake is just a few miles south of Greer. The run down to Markop Lake was calm and relaxing. If we had paddled another 40 minutes we would have had a great place to take lunch! Two motorized freighter canoes on Winisk River as we get ready to leave. Cortland Dyna-Tip has a very nice durable welded loop to attach a leader to the fly line and it is impossible not to notice how well the Dyna-Tip floats, even in the fast, choppy water of a powerful river. Anyone interested in fishing Winisk River or waters within the wider area in Ontario, Canada should consult with local resources before heading out to fish. Where to go canoe and kayak fishing in Ontario. We paddle into lovely little stream that was a break from the big water we had been paddling. Please see our. But adrenaline and lack of sleep overcame common sense. We experienced 5 days of some of the best trophy Speckled Trout fishing that can be found anywhere. Phone: (807) 473-3031. Fishermen flock to Willow Beach for the big trout, while Cottonwood Cove and Katherine are ideal for those ready to catch a bass. The next thing I see is prop spinning off the bow of the canoe. A power boat went by and waved before it went into Long Rapids. There were fishing nets, sleeping bags and other camping junk scattered across the island. This would happen several times on this trip. In 2018, Gord was inducted into the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame in Hayward, Wisconsin. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ). Just downstream we saw one of the few moose we would see on this trip. The Winisk River Winisk River is born at Winisk Lake and runs some 700 km north into Hudson Bay. Being back from the Northwest with time on my hands, I am not one to let nice line sit around unused. [3], Media related to Winisk River at Wikimedia Commons. We are ready to go home. This popular spot in Arizona offers plenty of space to create a tranquil day of fishing, as 700 miles of shoreline surrounds the largest reservoir in the United States. Look out for our newsletters in your inbox soon. We had some light wind and a little chop but no water over the bow. Gunnison River. There is much good brook trout water in this section. Winisk River Trip Guests: 4 to 8 Flight Distance: 247 miles, 104 minutes Fly-in/Out Days: Any Fish Species: Walleye, Northern Pike, Brook Trout Lake Size: 5,674 acres, large Shoreline: 199 miles (320 km) Portage Lakes: No Other Camps on Lake: No Camp Description We paddle by a little bay on the north that offered several sandy beaches on which to camp. Everyone is moving a little slow. The exit out of the dead lake required us to run Manitou Falls which was also known as Gods Rapids or The Gate. We did not even bother to stop and scout the first drop. We broke camp at 7 am and paddled into a stiff wind. When carp are tailing out on the middle reef, my casting needs all the help it can get to reach these big fish. We clear a few logs off the portage on the right and polish our rusty portage skills. Jerry portages over the island and we have nice run down the left side. A popular location in the Phoenix area, Lake Pleasant is nestled just a few miles west of Anthem. With warmer waters and brush covesalong its 20,000 acres, its here youll find nutrient-rich forage that allows the bass population to thrive in addition to white bass, striped bass, and catfish. Rapids of Many Islands was filled with little islands and easy CIs. The Winisk is a fantastic touring canoe. I tote my 6 weight with the Cortland Precision line over to my local carp and bass ponds here in Phoenix. Fly-in/Out Days: Any At this point I think we all just want to finish what we had started. In 2011 we had paddled the Winisk River from Webequie to within 20 miles of Hudson Bay. At this point these big lakes kind of merge together, it is hard to see where one lake starts and another one ends. It's a deluxe cabin with hot/cold running water, shower, Sat Phone, electricity and new boats and motors with padded boat seats. We are about 166 miles into the trip. Winisk River is born at Winisk Lake and runs some 700 km north into Hudson Bay. The largest lake in the Phoenix area, its beautiful waters cover over 10,000 acres of water surface with 116 miles of shoreline. We lined the upper part of this two part rapids and then ran the lower half. 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Several hotspots east of Nipigon Bay include Terrace Bay, Rossport, Marathon and Pukaskwa Park. We must have dragged the boat over loose nail on the log portage. Commercial fishing and commercial bait fishing will be permitted . With a combination of beautiful views and a lake well-stocked with various kinds of trout, Riggs Flat Lake is the perfect fishing spot for those looking to get away from it all. Lost in all of excitement was a great series of CIs and CIIs that we did run successfully. There are NO signs of people. The first cabin was rustic; this one was a step above a Holiday Inn. The temperature is falling and we are fighting a quarterly wind. One of the largest waterways in Ontario, the Albany flows northeast from Lake St. Joseph before emptying its massive contents into James Bay. Albany River Outpost Exciting news for anglers as Brace is opening a brand new single cabin outpost camp in 2020 on Little Makokibatan Lake on the famed Albany River system! Arising from Wunnummin Lake, it flows eastward to Winisk Lake and then north and east for 295 miles (475 km) to its mouth on the bay, draining an area of 24,000 square miles (62,000 square km). After months of planning and days of driving we are finally ready to push off. It is characterized by strong currents and whitewater while flowing off the Canadian Shield into the Hudson Bay lowlands. We heard stories about hunting moose, caribou, geese, fishing and running whitewater. Privacy Policy. About every 10 minutes I can feel my bail bucket floating around by ankles. The problem was I entered the wrong email address for Pete. How to set up a fly rod, pick streamers, and catch some trout. Arizona Wanderings is not sponsored by or associated with any of the stated companies and is accepting no compensation, monetary or otherwise, in exchange for this review. Day 6 June 22 They burn fuel oil to generate power. During the spring runoff season in the Rocky Mountains, this 13 mile stretch of the Colorado River, known as Lees Ferry, lies just outside of Page. We found online trip reports (Worth Donaldson www.myccr.com) and very detailed maps for the first half of the trip from road down to the village of Wunnummin on Wunnummin Lake at http://kokanie.ca/pipestone-river-canoe-route. Not every pilot is willing to lash two canoes on their floats and haul three guys and their gear on short notice. We helped Jerry carry his solo over a burned over portage on the right while Kevin and I paddled. Anyone interested in fishing Winisk River or waters within the wider area in Ontario, Canada should consult with local resources before heading out to fish. Most are not in very good shape. Winisk River, river, north-central Ontario, Canada, emptying into Hudson Bay. https://www.britannica.com/place/Winisk-River. Ralph says bring it along, he can fix a little hole like that. That was the excitement for the day. There was supposed to be a cabin on the south side of the lake but I did not see it. The crew waved and took our picture. We ran, lined and portaged a long series of CII/III carried over a ledge and then the two boats leap frogged from eddy to eddy until we came to the last CIII/IV. The mosquitoes were out in force, so we retreated to our tents. We had one bad spill and paddled a section that went through an active forest fire great fun! We came up north to run whitewater and this would be our first test! The next bend includes a couple of CIVs with a ledge in between. 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An astounding 450 miles of shoreline make up this area, where a 25-mile long lake has a highly-regarded reputation for fishermen. The Asheweig is a huge tributary of the mighty. Head to the Salt Arm, Tonto Arm, and Salome Cove to find rocks and drop-offs where bass like to congregate. This is my third river miracle. First, that I did not do a lot of damage to the canoe and second I had an expert on hand to patch the boat! Gord Ellis is a lifelong resident of Thunder Bay, Ontario and a full time journalist, broadcaster and professional angler. We are at mile 151. If we had finished this trip at Webequie, we would have paddled all of the Winisk River except the last twenty miles. Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions. The river winds through a changing landscape of boreal forest, limestone cliffs, tundra and muskeg. Perfect for those wanting to reel in a hefty fish, here youll also find plenty of beauty and solitude to lure you in time and time again. Prognosis: Having used a number of different brands and styles of fly line, I believe that Cortlands Precision line is a great choice. One of the more unusual scenarios for trophy brook trout in Ontario can be found in the Ignace area of Northwestern Ontario. This region has very high-quality lakes, with relatively light angling pressure and the stocked brook trout grow large. Along the way we passed the 60 km mark. The Winisk River is 475 kilometres (295mi) long and has a drainage basin of 67,300 square kilometres (26,000sqmi). At Webequie, you will meet and be escorted directly to the dock where you embark on your trip downriver. Ralph said that he can run the same river in five days! Many of these portages had been sterilized by very hot forest fires. He does a wing wag and makes another pass. I had my camera running in the boat and Jerry filmed us coming down stream. Nestled at the end of Swift Trail, visitors will discover that this area is picturesque and small in comparison to other lakes at 11 acres in size, while the surrounding views of alpine forest and meadows make it the ideal area to have a peaceful day of solitude. The river now splits around a big island with no name at the 15 km mark. This road provides access for a gold mine so it is well maintained. After our night on the beach, this was like being transferred to the Bates Motel. Take home legal limit of Walleye. Field Use: While on the Deschutes I was presented with various fishing situations that put this line through the paces. At the bottom of the rapids Jerry said we slide up against an unknown rock on a ledge and over we went. Gord is a regular on CBC radio's Superior Morning and writes a monthly column on Ontario for the Northern Wilds magazine, in Minnesota. While several Christmas tree bundles have been placed in the lake for additional cover, the shoreline brush and water vegetation provide cover for the large bass population, making it an ideal location for a day out on the water. The word "Attawapiskat" means 'the people of the parting of the rocks.' Early in the morning we came to a sandy beach which would have been a much better campsite then the boreal nook we carved out of the forest. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. Canada Fishing Guide 7.91K subscribers 4K views 8 years ago An overview of my July 2014 trip to the Asheweig River in far northern Ontario. Boatmanship through dangerous high water rapids by the one and only, the Brave and Fearless, Crispa Anderson and Naomi Sugarhead of the F Some of the more remote spots provide world-class brook trout opportunities. We take the south channel. We did the same thing as we dropped into Hilyard Lake. So quality line that casts well is a nice feature to have. n done in recent years. Ralph feeds us breakfast and gives a tour of the village. Wether it was 3 inch foam dries or a double nymph rig, the Cortland line was the ticket. We had a fish dinner under the tarp, watched sunset and lite a fire on the beach. Comparable price to other fly lines (they are all high in my opinion). We had plenty of time to find the hole on river right side of the falls. Ralph asks if we want to spend the night in his tipi in town. Ralph helps us locate a couple of campsites and a few good fishing spots on the map. Thank you Pete Johnson! We passed the site of the former Cree village of Winisk which was swept away by massive chunks of ice and the river's floodwaters on May 16, 1986. Winisk River opens into beautiful large shallow lakes, narrow back into faster flowing currents, turning to turbulent white water rapids along the way. Unlimited access to the best fishing spot finder in the game. Winisk River, river, north-central Ontario, Canada, emptying into Hudson Bay. We paddled through a couple CIs on our way to Karl Lake. Well send you our newsletter with travel destinations, Claim request is processed after verification.. Moccasin Trails Adventures Winisk River Trip, http://www.moccasintrailsadventures.com/camps/winisk.html, Returning user? A report released this week from Human Rights Watch says that Canada's. (Photo credit: Gord Ellis) 4. Jim had worked in the Northwest Territories and he shared several stories of his life up north and in Pickle Lake. Cortland includes a pro line cleaning applicator with their Precision line. The first canoe ran right through but the second canoe rolled. lost my canoe at Markop Lake. Get all the fishing intel you need to start catching more, and bigger, fish. The river is remote and not accessible by road. Arising from Wunnummin Lake, it flows eastward to Winisk Lake and then north and east for 295 miles (475 km) to its mouth on the bay, draining an area of 24,000 square miles (62,000 square km). We may have a hole in the boat! But the chances of finding that day pack were growing dimmer as the sun began to sink in the west. The portage was a tough carry through blow down. We wave at the first truck and say hello to Ralph and Paulina Winter. A yellow float plane now makes a pass over us. Fish Species: Walleye, Northern Pike, Brook Trout These reports indicate you should take the half mile winter road across the island. We are now on Lake Wapikopa which is a lot of open water. We run a wonderful set of CI-IIs down to Sennett Lake and finally stop at one of Ralphs fishing spots and a campsite. Unlimited access to the best fishing spot finder in the game. We pulled the canoes through the campsite, around the falls and back into the water. I did not want to get out and explore. Now I can see the hole in my canoe. I love these handy little cases for a quick clean on the river in the hopes of lengthening the life of my fly line. A look downstream revealed a Class II slot under the bridge almost immediately after we leave the landing. deals, and more! The precision line shot through the guides and really performed well on these far reaching casts. Make a Splash at New Yorks Biggest Indoor Water Park, 13 Romantic Honeymoon Hotels on the Amalfi Coast, Top 12 Tiny House Vacation Rentals in Arizona, 12 Best Tours & Things to Do in the Grand Canyon, 13 Best Hotel Pools in Los Angeles, California, 14 Most Affordable 5-Star Hotels in the World, The Best Summer Vacation Destination in Every State. Whether you're spinning, baitcasting or fly fishing your chances of getting a bite here are good. Winisk Lake is licenced for commercial fishing. The portage was on the right. This would be our first river miracle Log your catch and check out other catches from the community in the Fishbrain app. From there it continues in a mostly northly direction to Hudson Bay. This lake has it all, but the incredible walleye fishing is what brought us back, Fishing for Trophy Musky on Lake Nosbonsing, 5 Northern Ontario Drive-to Walleye Lakes, Fishing at Booth Landing Camping & Cottages, Northern Ontario Travel The Official Magazine, Sign up now to get stories, news, and travel tips, We will never spam you and will never share your e-mail. Our guests safety is our first priority. There are a lot of cabins scattered across a pretty wide area. The mighty Winisk River in fact bisects Polar Bear Provincial Park in two and is part of a greater environmentally protected area as the shores along its entire length are part of the Winisk River Provincial Park system. With plenty of year-round fishing opportunities, Arizona is home to diverse wildlife and varied habitats where you can cast a line. The map showed a portage that indicates that this rapid is not runnable. When I was 11 yrs. It reminded me of pack backing in Utah. A great place to fish along the shore and on a boat, Patagonia Lake State Park is located just an hours drive from Tucson. It is on the Winisk River, and is part of the Hudson Bay drainage basin. We cant see the Wunnummin Peninsula and we cant find a beach or a flat rock to land on more or less pitch a tent. The portage on the left was completely blocked off by down trees, so we lined our way to the bottom of the run. The sixth morning of your fishing adventure you depart from Goose Camp back to Webequie for your return to Thunder Bay. I do have Kevins voice on tape. But now we got our second river miracle. By subscribing I agree to the terms and privacy policy. Jerry, Kevin, Ralph and Vern at the Wunnumin Lake Airport. We are now close enough that we can see the road on the peninsula. One of the northern reservoirs in Arizona, Lake Powell is a popular fishing destination all year-round. The map was right. With cold waters, here youll find rainbow, brown and brook trout in the summer and while small boats are permitted on the lake, most prefer to fish from the shoreline. 5 nights $1,045.00 U.S.D. We land on sandy beach, wet and cold. It was very strange able to look right through a boreal forest. Cortland includes a "pro line cleaning applicator" with their Precision line. He had not known where we were since we started. 0. Some of these areas had been completed stripped of trees and it very much like hiking in a sandy desert. This could be a river worth exploring for a future trip. It happens in places where the endless force of current marries with the land in stunning and awe-inspiring ways, and in places where people who love rivers can connect with their passions for fishing, paddling, or being in a gorgeous, natural area. This beach also came with cabins, benches, a dock and fishing cleaning stations. You need a good guide here, but the trip is spectacular. A bonus of fishing in the Ignace area is the access to almost all the brook trout lakes is relatively good. Jim loaded all of our gear and our two canoes into the back of his pick-up. If youre looking for a unique place to stay, check out the top Airbnb rentals in the area. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. It is hard load the canoe and get back into a wilderness mindset. We unload the canoes and load into his truck. We stayed at Lynn Coxs Bed & Breakfast in Pickle Lake the night before. A bucket list trip that every trout angler should do. We are the only cabin on this lake (located along the Winisk River system). Camp Description. Pristine, beautiful nature with some of the best fishing in the region! With healthy populations of a variety of fish, this 265-acre man-made lake also sees rainbow trout in the winter months. We cant find any exposed rocks! Even loaded up it gets up to speed quick, holds a good line, and is really easy to keep up to speed gliding wonderfully. Jim helps us unload and wishes us the best of luck. 3. We ran the gate and later meet our first motor boat. We finished at the Winisk eskimo village. Please Note: Minimum number of guests per trip is 6. Tags: Cortland Fly Line, Cortland Fly Line Reviews, Cortland Precision Fly Line, Cortland Precision Fly Line Review, Cortland Precision Platinum Fly Line, Fly Line Reviews, Gear Reviews, Rambling Reviews, Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. The Atlas also provided many small details about portages, falls and the local people. 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