Fishing in Ontario is what Marten River is famous for and that's still what we're known for today. It should be fun, productive and exciting. We planned our packages with this in mind and are proud to offer you brand new boats and motors, all bait, gas, fish finders, live wells, landing nets, maps to where the fish are, life jackets, and safety kits.
After all, you'll most likely spend more time on the water than anywhere else. All you need to bring is your camera, your fishing gear and some enthusiasm.
Who said the big ones are gone! This 46" monster was caught and released August 4th, 2008.
The Lake system is big and is encompassed in the Nippissing Crown Game preserve. There are a series of four lakes on about 24 km of waterway full of structure and plenty of fish. Little Marten Lake, Big Marten Lake, Bruce Lake and Mcfee Lake are all excellent choices. We’ll put you on to fish, show you the hot spots and share with you the seasonal locations where the hot spots are.
Our lakes have Pickerel (Walleye), Northern Pike, Lake Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Perch or pan fish. With live minnows included in your boat rental, you’ll find the fishing exiting and rewarding. Catch your limit or catch and release- the choices are yours and with the equipment included above in your package, we make it easy!
Why choose a guide?
Our Guides are the best in the business. If youve been here before, then you most likely you fished with Bill Tregenza, Dave Simpson, Art Arnold, Smiley, Brian Dougall or Bob Aldridge. If you havent, your in for a treat. These gentlemen between them have over 100 years guiding experience in our back lakes. Beyond being great anglers, they are great hosts ensuring your safety, making the trip enjoyable, and of course facilitating the kind of experience youre looking for. Whether it be a trophy Pike, an awesome shore lunch, or perhaps just to learn a little bit about our surroundings; these guys will be there for you.
Back Lake Fishing Excursions & Guided Tours We have several options for back lake fishing. Some of which depend on how adventurous you feel as they may be difficult to get to. Others will depend on weather, group size, and accessibility given the time of year. All are unique and a true Northern adventure. Those who prefer easy access and a shore lunch need to look no further then Wicksteed lake- our most popular. We will be happy to help you choose-give us a call!
Wicksteed Lake - Pickerel, (Walleye) Bass, Pike, Perch
A large diverse heavily structured lake known for quality pickerel. Fish for pickerel and your likely to have a Pike grab your dinner! Expect to catch your limit and enjoy a shore lunch that you caught fresh off the lake prepared expertly by your guide on an open fire. Easiest access provides more time to fish! Your limit will be cleaned by the guide.
Access: Easy
Requirements: 4x4 Truck
Action: Minnows, Worms, Leeches
Lunch: Fresh catch of the day prepared by your guide, diced fire pit potatoes, beans and dessert.
Rates for Wicksteed Lake:
$120.00 per person - 3 person min.
$60.00 per person thereafter using one guide
Fresh catch shore lunch included
Children under 15 - $60.00
Slash Lake - Ontario Trophy Northern Pike Fishing A large lake with shallow water surrounded by pencil weeds, small bays and huge Northern Pike. Expect lots of action, many large fish and a chance at a trophy.
Access: Very Limited, very remote.
Requirements: 4x4 Truck, Argo, Short hike
Species: Small-mouth Bass
Action: Casting spoons, wire leaders, catch and release.
Rates for Slash Lake:
$180.00 per person - 2 person min., 3 person max.
Children under 15 - $60.00
Packed lunch included.
Chico Lake - Ontario Small Mouth Bass Fishing A small remote lake with shallow water surrounded by rocks, underwater structure, coves and plentiful bass.. Expect lots of action with sizes ranging from 1 lb to 6 lbs.
Access: Very limited, very remote
Requirements: 4x4 Truck, Argo
Action: Live bait - minnows and worms. Casting - spinner baits, catch and release.
Rates for Chico Lake:
$180.00 per person - 2 person min., 3 person max.
Children under 15 - $60.00
Packed lunch included.
Blue Lake - Blue Pike Fishing A small winding, heavily structured lake known for the elusive Blue Pike. Limited mount caught amongst the regular species you will catch.
Rates for Blue Lake:
$150.00 per person, 2 person min., 3 person max.
Children under 15 - $70.00.
Packed lunch included.
Bear Lake - Pike, Bass, Pickerel Fishing
A beautiful picturesque lake-some say the prettiest. Lots of Walleye and Northern Pike fishing–they can get big! Unlike Wicksteed, the use of artificial bait for Pickerel here requires different fishing techniques, but the rewards can be substantial.
Rates for Bear Lake:
$180.00 per person, 2 person min., 3 person max.
Children under 15 - $70.00.
Packed lunch included.
Please Note:
1. We do limit the number of trips we can operate per week to the very remote lakes (Slash, Bear, Chico, Blue) so if you’re interested, please try to book in advance so we can slot you in
2. Small children who may not be used to the rugged terrain or the long day in a boat may not enjoy Slash. Chico. Bear of Blue lake.
3. We are a proponent of catch and release preserving our fisheries for generations to come.
