Housekeeping cottages and budget-friendly fishing resorts in Northern Ontario

Northeastern Ontario

Experience an extraordinary fishing adventure in Northeastern Ontario's great outdoors, just a three to four-hour drive from most major cities in Southern Ontario. With literally thousands of lakes and rivers and varied fish species, it’s no wonder anglers love this region.

Find even more fishing lodges in Northeastern Ontario.

Bears Den Lodge

Located in the French River Provincial Park, this lodge is approximately three and a half hours’ drive from Toronto. With boat or fly-in access, you can enjoy an all-inclusive meal plan if you don’t want to cook during your vacation. Or opt for a fully equipped cottage with full kitchen. Boat rentals are available or choose to paddle in a canoe and fish for walleye, bass, northern pike, crappie and more.

Location: parking at 2870 Hartley Bay Road, French River

Big Moose Camp

Just 25 minutes from North Bay, this four-season resort on Lake Nosbonsing features 14 cottages and two trailers, all of which are either lakefront or offer lake views. The cottages have one to three bedrooms and are fully equipped with heat, satellite TV, a full kitchen and three-piece baths.

Bring your boat or rent a boat and motor to fish for walleye, bass, northern perch and even the elusive muskie. Kayaks, pedal boats, stand-up paddling (SUP) and canoe rentals are also available.

Location: Corbeil

Camp Conewango

About a half-hour drive east of North Bay on Lake Talon's north shore, Camp Conewango is situated in Mattawa River Provincial Park and along the Voyageur Multi-Use Trail System, which offers 300 kilometres (185 miles) of ATV, hiking and biking trails.

Rent a boat and fish for walleye, northern, muskie, bass and lake trout or follow the trails to remote lakes where you can fish for speckled trout and perch. Cook meals in your fully equipped cottage or check out what’s on the menu at the on-site restaurant for a treat.

Location: Redbridge

Fishtale Cabins & Campground

Fishtale is located on the Wolseley River, which flows into Wolseley Bay of the famous French River.

The six log cabins on the property feature one- to four-bedroom suites with four-piece bathrooms (please bring your towels), as well as a barbecue, picnic table and fire pit. There’s even a full-size inground pool on the property. Fishing is excellent in this location for walleye, muskie, northern bass and more.

Location: Noëlville

Mowat Landing Cottages

Lakeside cottage rentals offer one- to three-bedroom suites, a wood stove and a three-piece or five-piece bathroom, along with a fully equipped kitchen. The suites are fully solar and include wi-fi access and Bell Express View. Supplies are available within a 30-minute drive from the property in New Liskeard.

In addition to fishing boat, canoe and kayak rentals, bocce, horseshoes and safe walking and hiking trails are available. Enjoy 68 kilometres (42 miles) of river fishing on the Montreal River and 450 kilometres (280 miles) of shoreline on the famous Lake Evelyn Smooth Water System.

Location: New Liskeard

Mattawa Adventure Camp

From a cottage that sleeps up to 27 people to a cozy housekeeping cottage for four and traditional motel units, this fishing camp near the Upper Ottawa River will accommodate a variety of group sizes.

Bring your boat, rent a boat or rent a pontoon. Cook your meals or choose from a package that includes meals. Open year-round, it’s a great base camp for snowmobile and ATV adventures as well.

Location: Mattawa

Temagami Shores Inn and Resort

Surrounded by Crown land, Temagami is renowned for its outdoor adventure activities, including backcountry hiking, camping and fishing.

This resort offers exclusive suites, motel units and cottages, all with free wireless internet, plus a newly renovated restaurant for all or some of your meals. The town of Temagami is minutes away, while North Bay is about an hour away.

Location: Temagami

Algoma Country

Algoma Country is situated along the shores of Lakes Huron and Superior, two of the greatest Great Lakes. These lakes deliver fabulous four-season fishing, as well as on thousands of inland lakes, rivers and streams.

Find additional fishing lodges and housekeeping accommodations in Algoma Country.

Birch Lake Resort

Each of the six Birch Lake Resort cottages features a master bedroom, a second bedroom with double bunk beds, a kitchen equipped with a fridge, stove, coffee pot, dishes, utensils and a dining table, as well as a three-piece bathroom.

Swim, fish, canoe and kayak from the front of your cottage or rent a boat and head out onto Birch Lake.

Location: Thessalon

Birchland Cottages

Birchland’s eight cottages offer beautiful lakefront views of Clear Lake and are fully furnished with appliances, running water, electricity, heat, satellite television and modern bathrooms.

There is a boat launch on-site for your boat, and boat rentals, canoes and kayaks are available for guests to enjoy.

Location: Huron Shores

Blue Heron Resort 

Enjoy cozy and clean cottages with up to six bedrooms. Each cottage features a fully equipped kitchen, a three- or four-piece bathroom, private bedrooms, a living area, a propane BBQ, Wi-Fi, and a TV.

Fish for trout, salmon, bass, pike, and walleye because of the location on the beautiful North Channel and the Spanish River.

Location: 175 Kring Road, Walford (Spanish)

Brennan Harbour Resort

Located close to the town of Spanish, this lodge provides access to some of the best fishing in Ontario for walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass and jumbo perch.

All resort cabins feature hot water, electricity, and a kitchen equipped with a microwave, toaster and coffee maker. Fry fish or barbecue in the outdoor gazebo. Cook in your cabins or enjoy a dinner plan, and when it’s time to relax, enjoy satellite TV and wireless internet or borrow a board game or lounge on the lodge deck.

Location: Spanish

Catfish Cabins

Located on Catfish Lake just a few miles northwest of Wawa, this cottage rental resort has eight housekeeping cabins with two bedrooms, a kitchenette, a bathroom and a living room with cable and Wi-Fi.

Fish for walleye, northern pike, and lake trout. In the fall, Catfish Cabins host hunters targeting moose, deer, black bear and small game.

Location: 1467 Highway 17 North 173, Wawa

Como Lake Resort

Como Lake Resort is on a 4,000-acre off-grid property on the shores of Como Lake, near the boundary of Chapleau Crown Game Preserve, the world’s largest wild game preserve.

Guided fishing services are available for fishing in Como Lake and neighbouring lakes. Trout, whitefish, northern pike, smallmouth bass and walleye are popular fish species in this area.

Location: Highway 101, Esher-Healy Road, Chapleau

Northern Skies Resort

This resort has been welcoming anglers for four generations to enjoy amazing fishing on the tranquil and remote Chub Lake with 400 feet (120 metres) of sandy shoreline and private docks for each of its eight secluded cabins.

Located in Mississaugi River Valley, enjoy the beautiful scenic drive known as the Grand Algoma. Aubrey Falls and Rock Candy Mountain are nearby places worth visiting.

Location: Thessalon

Snowshoe Camp Resort

Snowshoe Camp Resort is about 45 minutes from the town of Thessalon, just off Highway 129. The camp is situated on Wakomata Lake, renowned for its excellent fishing for bass, lake trout, northern pike and whitefish.

The cabins feature a full-size kitchen equipped with appliances and dishware, as well as a barbecue, laundry facilities and unrestricted use of canoes, kayaks and paddleboats. Boat rentals are also available.

Location: Thessalon

Waterfalls Lodge

Waterfalls Lodge is the only resort on a long chain of inland lakes, and with access to many more, so you’ll never fish in the same place twice.

Cottages and motel units are located right on the water, offering private docks. Bring your boat or rent one, cook your meals or dine at the on-site restaurant and enjoy the gorgeous sandy beach and a supply of water toys.

Location: Spanish

Superior Country

Home to the northwestern shores of Lake Superior and thousands of inland rivers and lakes, Superior Country truly offers endless fishing opportunities, including drive-in, boat-in and fly-in.

In addition to the suggestions below, find a comprehensive list of fishing cottage rentals and lodges in Superior Country.

Kashabowie River Resort

With great fishing for smallmouth, walleye and northern pike, beautiful swimming areas and plenty of fun activities, Kashabowie is a great vacation destination. Enjoy horseshoes, bocce, cornhole, beach volleyball and badminton. Kayaks, canoes and paddleboards are available for guest use.

Complete food plans are available during your stay, along with boat rentals, fishing equipment rentals and more. Cabins do not have televisions or telephones, making it a perfect place to unplug and enjoy nature.

Location:  1 Kash River Road, Kashabowie

Browns’ Clear Water West Lodge

Choose from a variety of accommodations, including studio apartments, deluxe cottages, mobile homes and a campground at Browns’ Clear Water West Lodge.

Fish for brook trout, splake, walleye, northern and whitefish and enjoy canoeing, eco-touring, ice fishing and snowmobiling at this four-season lodge. Located near Thunder Bay, it’s also close to great urban attractions and amenities.

Location: Atikokan

Jackfish Lake Cottages

Just 20 kilometres (12 miles) east of Terrace Bay, this eight-cottage unit property offers wireless internet, satellite television and an authentic French sauna.

One- and two-bedroom units are available with updates, including a new park for the kids.

Location: Terrace Bay

Dog Lake Resort

Located, of course, on Dog Lake, this resort is not far from Thunder Bay and offers nine cabins of various sizes, 100 RV and trailer sites and even houseboats.

Dog Lake features over 800 kilometres (500 miles) of shoreline with countless bays, islands and reefs to fish for walleye, smallmouth, northern, whitefish, yellow perch and legendary feisty bass.  

Location: Thunder Bay

Ole’s Adventure Resort

Trophy northern, walleye and bass await as you enjoy your morning coffee.

Ole’s clean, comfortable cabins include fully equipped kitchens, furnished patios and gas barbecues and a great docking system that can accommodate larger boats and pontoons. The resort rents boats and motors and is located just over 50 kilometres (35 miles) from the Pigeon River border and 50 minutes from Thunder Bay.

Location: Whitefish Lake

Sunset Country

100,000 square kilometres and 70,000 lakes, rivers and streams offer countless opportunities for angling in Sunset Country. This area is famous for its rugged boreal forests and beautiful sunsets for which it’s named.

Here’s a full list of drive-in fishing cabins and campgrounds.

Ontario Wilderness Houseboat Rental

For something different this summer, take a vacation on beautiful Lake of the Woods on a houseboat. Cruise to fish, relax close to beaches along the shoreline for a swim or just explore this epic lake.

Houseboats can accommodate up to twelve guests and feature a fully equipped kitchen, a gas BBQ, a marine band radio, hot and cold water, swim platforms, a fish cleaning station and more comforts. This is a true once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Location: Morson

Otters Cove Resort

Located on the shores of Rainy Lake, just 30 minutes from Fort Frances, this cottage resort offers cozy cabins located on the water. With full bathrooms, kitchens, WiFi, smart TVs and the great outdoors, you could not ask for more.

Relax on the private deck surrounded by beautiful lake views, head out in your boat to fish for walleye, bass, northern pike, or muskie or take a hike on their walking trails.

Location: Taylors Road, Rainy River

Clarke and Crombie

Located on the beautiful Lake of the Woods, this property has been in operation since 1937. With an 18-unit motel, six housekeeping cottages and 30 full hookup RV sites, anglers and hunters have been coming back year after year.

Cook in your own cabin or walk to the restaurants in Nestor Falls. Lake of the Woods is well known for epic walleye, crappies, perch, northern, Muskies and bass fishing and Clarke’s offers knowledgeable guides that will get you on fish fast.

Location: Nester Falls

Bonny Bay Camp

Wabigoon Lake is home to walleye, muskie, northern, crappie, smallmouth and perch and over 160 kilometres (100 miles) of shoreline. The cabins at Bonny Bay Camp are heated and air-conditioned, with three-piece baths, two beds per bedroom and a full kitchen.

Boat and motor rentals are also available. The main lodge serves as a gathering place for guests, featuring satellite TV, board games, a pool table, air hockey and foosball. Outdoor fun includes a sandy beach, volleyball and badminton facilities, a playground and horseshoes.

Location: Dryden

Lac Seul Fisherman’s Cove                                           

Comfortable cottages, boat and motor rentals, great hiking opportunities, wildlife viewing and unbeatable shore lunches bring guests back each year.

Lac Seul is famous for its hundreds of kilometres of shoreline and a wealth of walleye and northern just waiting for you. Head out to South Bay, McKenzie Bay, Manitoba Point, William Bay or stay on Scot Bay, where the lodge is excellent for fishing.

Location: Lac Seul

Labelle’s Birch Point Camp

Located about 45 minutes from Rainy River and the International Falls borders in either direction, this 12-cottage resort is nestled among beautiful birch trees and offers fully equipped guest cabins. The main lodge features a convenience store, an air-conditioned sitting room, a games room, satellite TV and offers excellent views of the lake.

Fish for walleye, northern pike, crappie and bass. Snowmobiling and ice fishing are available in winter.

Location: Devlin

West Point Cove Camp

This peaceful camp is situated on Pelican Lake, offering stunning views of the gorgeous Sioux Mountain, excellent swimming spots, on-site boat and motor rentals, a new fish house and numerous places to enjoy a shore lunch.

You’ll have access to Sturgeon River, Pelican, Lac Seul, Abram and Minnitaki and the municipality of Sioux Lookout is only a short distance away. With only two cabins, make sure to book well in advance.

Location: Sioux Lookout

Budget-friendly lodges and housekeeping resorts cater to friends and families seeking a relaxing fishing vacation and the opportunity to spend quality time together.