The Ultimate Canadian Fishing and Hunting Wilderness
Gateway to the World's Largest Crown Game Preserve. Home to trophy Walleye, Northern Pike, and pristine lakes.
Gateway to the World's Largest Crown Game Preserve. Home to trophy Walleye, Northern Pike, and pristine lakes.
Located in the heart of Northern Ontario, Chapleau is legendary for having some of the best fishing and hunting in Canada. We are situated right next to the Chapleau Crown Game Preserve—the largest wildlife preserve in the world (over 2 million acres).
Whether you are looking for a fly-in outpost adventure, a drive-in family resort, or a 5-star luxury lodge, our region has it all. Experience the solitude, the dark skies, and the trophy fish that keep anglers returning year after year.
Fishing around Chapleau feels like stepping into a wide, quiet stretch of northern wilderness where the water has its own steady rhythm. The region sits among deep forests and winding lakes that hold plenty of fish for anyone who enjoys long days on the water. People travel here for walleye, northern pike, lake trout, and brook trout, drawn in by the steady action and the striking stillness that seems to settle over the shoreline.
Many lakes near Chapleau are shaped by rocky points, hidden bays, and long weed beds where fish like to wait. In spring, anglers often find walleye tucked along shallower edges, while summer draws pike to slightly deeper pockets where cooler water swirls. Trout fans know that the clear, cold lakes around the area can deliver steady bites when you drop a spoon or jig near rugged drop-offs. The mix of spots makes the region feel almost endless, as if every bend hides another place worth trying.
The lodges in this area add a charming touch to the experience. They sit tucked among tall pines and quiet coves, each one offering a warm place to rest after a long day outside. Many of them keep the feeling simple and friendly, with rustic cabins, wood-burning stoves, and a pace that invites people to slow down. Guests often end their evenings on a porch or deck, watching the sky shift into soft colours while listening to loons drift across the lake. It’s a peaceful rhythm that seems to follow you home.
Chapleau’s mix of steady fishing, rugged scenery, and inviting lodges creates a setting many anglers return to year after year. It’s a place where early mornings feel fresh, the water holds stories, and every cast carries a little spark of promise.
Chapleau is home to numerous world-class outfitters. Explore our top recommendations for your next wilderness adventure.
A top-rated destination for both serious anglers and black bear hunters. Rated 4.5 stars, Moose Horn Lodge offers comfortable housekeeping cottages and access to pristine lakes teeming with Walleye and Pike. Known for their high success rate on spring and fall bear hunts.
Located on the beautiful shores of Dog Lake, this lodge is a fisherman's paradise. With over 13,000 acres of water to explore, you'll find endless bays, islands, and reefs holding trophy Walleye, Northern Pike, and Smallmouth Bass. A true northern experience.
Experience the ultimate in seclusion with Kanipahow's remote outpost camps on Embarrass and Northwind Lakes. Whether you choose the main base or a fly-in style remote cabin, you'll enjoy pristine waters and abundant Walleye and Northern Pike populations.
Restore yourself at your own secluded cottage on Dog Lake. With 120 miles of accessible shoreline dotted with private cabins, you won't be interrupted by other guests. Check in at Missanabie and boat to your own private slice of Northern Ontario heaven.
Chapleau's cold, deep waters are famous for producing healthy, aggressive populations of sport fish.
The most sought-after fish in Ontario. Known for their delicious taste and abundance in Chapleau's rocky shoals.
The water wolf. Aggressive predators that grow to trophy sizes in our weed beds and drop-offs.
Found in the deeper lakes. These fighters prefer cold water and put up an incredible battle.
Pound for pound the hardest fighting fish. The rocky structures of Chapleau lakes are perfect habitats.
Chapleau is not just about fishing. The region surrounding the Crown Game Preserve boasts one of the highest densities of **Black Bear** in North America.
Many of our lodges offer guided Fall Bear Hunts and Moose Hunting packages. With hundreds of miles of logging roads and ATV trails, the opportunities for grouse and small game are also endless.