Remote Fly-In Pike and Walleye Fishing Ontario
Private Trip
Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing
Remote flyin access to untouched northern Ontario watersTarget aggressive pike and highvolume walleye fishingIncludes flights, cabin, boat, and fuel for groups
When you're craving serious fishing action without the crowds, Blackbirch Lake delivers exactly what you're looking for. This fly-in adventure puts you 180 miles north of Nakina in some of Ontario's most untouched waters, where Northern Pike slam your lures with bone-jarring strikes and Walleye fishing stays hot all day long. Gray Wood Outfitters has been running anglers to this remote gem for years, and there's a reason folks keep coming back – the fishing here is simply outstanding. You'll share this pristine lake with just five other anglers max, giving everyone plenty of room to work the best spots without stepping on each other's lines.
Your adventure starts with a scenic float plane ride that gets your heart pumping before you even wet a line. Once you touch down on Blackbirch Lake, you're in pure wilderness territory where the only sounds are loons calling and fish jumping. The outpost sits you up in a well-equipped cabin that's got everything you need for a comfortable stay, plus they provide fuel and propane so you can focus on what matters – fishing. With one boat for every two anglers, you've got the flexibility to split up and cover water efficiently, or stick together if you're learning the ropes from a fishing buddy. The lake structure here is classic Canadian Shield – rocky points, deep bays, weed lines, and drop-offs that hold fish year-round.
The Pike fishing here responds best to aggressive presentations that trigger their predatory instincts. Large spoons, spinnerbaits, and topwater lures worked along weed edges and rocky shorelines consistently produce explosive strikes from fish in the 30 to 40-inch range. Early morning and evening sessions often deliver the biggest Pike, but don't be surprised when a monster crushes your lure in broad daylight. For Walleye, focus your efforts around the lake's numerous rocky points and drop-offs using jigs tipped with minnows or leeches. The classic slip-sinker rig with a nightcrawler also produces steady action, especially when you're working deeper water during midday periods. Bottom bouncers with spinner rigs excel when you're covering new water and trying to locate active schools of fish.
The Northern Pike at Blackbirch Lake are absolute bruisers that fight like they've got something to prove. These fish average 32 to 36 inches with plenty of specimens pushing the 40-inch mark and beyond. What makes Pike fishing here so addictive is their aggressive nature – they'll chase lures right to the boat and often strike multiple times if you keep working them. The best Pike action typically fires up from late spring through early fall, with summer months producing the most consistent action throughout the day. Walleye here run thick and heavy, with most fish falling in that perfect eating size of 16 to 20 inches, though don't be shocked when you hook into a trophy pushing 25 inches or better.
Northern Pike in these remote waters behave like the apex predators they are, patrolling shallow bays and weed lines with an attitude that makes every encounter memorable. These fish have grown large and aggressive in Blackbirch's pristine environment, often following lures for long distances before committing to a strike that'll test your drag system. Peak Pike fishing runs from June through September, with July and August offering the most explosive topwater action during morning and evening periods. The thrill of watching a 35-inch Pike explode on a surface lure in glass-calm water is something that'll stick with you long after you head home.
Walleye fishing at Blackbirch stays remarkably consistent throughout the season, with these golden beauties schooling around the lake's abundant rocky structure and drop-offs. The fish here are well-fed and healthy, showing the bright colors and firm flesh that come from clean, cold water and abundant forage. Spring and fall often produce the largest Walleye as they move shallow to feed, but summer fishing remains productive when you adjust your tactics to target deeper structure. What anglers love most about Blackbirch Walleye is their numbers – you can expect steady action throughout your stay with multiple fish per angler being the norm rather than the exception.
Blackbirch Lake represents everything that's great about Ontario's fly-in fishing – remote location, outstanding fish populations, and the kind of wilderness experience that's getting harder to find. With space for just six anglers, this trip books up fast among folks who know quality fishing when they see it. The combination of trophy Northern Pike potential and consistent Walleye action makes this a top-rated choice for groups looking to maximize their time on the water. Your investment includes round-trip flights, comfortable accommodations, and boats that'll handle everything this big water can throw at you. Don't wait on this one – remote fisheries like Blackbirch Lake are what fishing dreams are made of, and Gray Wood Outfitters has the experience to make sure your trip delivers the goods.
This rugged 14' Maiden Voyage aluminum boat cuts through Blackbirch Lake's waters with serious fishing power. The 2019 Yamaha engine pushes you to prime pike and walleye spots at a smooth 25 knots, while the stable aluminum hull handles northern Ontario's big water with confidence. Built for three anglers, you'll have plenty of room to work structure lines and fight those aggressive pike without crowding. The boat's layout gives everyone casting space whether you're targeting walleye on drop-offs or working shallow bays for monster northerns. With reliable power and solid construction, this setup gets you to the fish and back to the cabin safely, trip after trip. Perfect for exploring Blackbirch's remote bays and points where the big ones lurk.
Esox LuciusPike at Blackbirch are straight-up aggressive predators that'll slam your lure without warning. These fish average 24-32 inches, but we see plenty of 36+ inch bruisers that'll test your drag. They patrol the weed edges and shallow bays during warmer months, then move to deeper structure when it cools off. Spring and fall are peak times when they're most active and feeding heavy before winter. What guests love about pike fishing is the explosive strikes and hard fights - they'll jump, run, and do everything to throw your hook. Plus, they hit a wide variety of lures from spoons to big swimbaits. The key up here is targeting those weedy back bays early morning or late evening. Here's a local trick: when a pike follows your lure but won't commit, do a figure-8 right at the boat. That sudden direction change often triggers them to strike. Always bring a good net and pliers - those teeth are serious business.
Sander VitreusWalleye are what most folks come to Blackbirch for - consistent action and some of the best eating fish you'll find. These golden-sided beauties typically run 15-20 inches here, with plenty of bigger ones mixed in. They love the rocky structure and drop-offs around the lake, usually holding in 12-25 feet of water during the day. Their reflective eyes give them a huge advantage in low light, so dawn and dusk fishing is prime time. The bite really turns on from late spring through fall when water temps hit that sweet spot. What makes walleye special is they're scrappy fighters that pull hard, plus nothing beats fresh walleye fillets for shore lunch. My tip: use a slip sinker rig with a leech or minnow, and fish it slow along the bottom near rocky points. When you feel that telltale tap-tap, count to three before setting the hook - walleye like to mouth the bait first.
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