North of Cochrane, amid a sprawling and unspoiled wilderness, lies incredible Kesagami Lake - Ontario's premier trophy northern pike lake. Shallow (averaging 7 feet), stained and rimmed with weedy bays, Kesagami is home to an inestimable number of pike over 40 inches (20 lb) and world-class fish measuring 50 inches (30 lb). Conservative size / possession regulations and a strong live-release awards program are in place, maintaining an exciting trophy fishery for the future. Additionally, Kesagami Lake offers exceptional walleye fishing where rocky shoals, islands and points always hold numbers of fish in the 1 to 4-pound class.

Via Highway: Hwy. # 11 to Cochrane, ON (overnight accommodations available)

By Air: Fly to Toronto, ON (Pearson Airport); take a connecting flight to Timmins, ON, taxi / shuttle / car rental to Cochrane, ON (overnight accommodations available at Cochrane airbase)

For more than ten years Kesagami Wilderness Lodge has been extending warm, north country hospitality to its angling guests. Built in the mid '80's, the fly-in "American Plan" lodge is welcoming and luxurious beyond expectation. While at Kesagami, guests choose either private or intimate log cabins or stay in the magnificent lodge with its deluxe staterooms with private washrooms (showers, toilet). After a day's fishing, join the others for a cocktail in the beautiful and spacious guest lounge. Ward off the chill by the massive stone fireplace, shoot pool, try a game of shuffleboard, enjoy a drink at the bar, or just relax, read, or watch a movie. As time allows, take a stroll along self-directed nature trails, fish off the dock, or share a quiet conversation or fish tales with friends or family in the privacy of your room. Kesagami Wilderness Lodge offers an exceptional level of comfort and services.

The fishing at Kesagami is world class - the trophy northern pike fishing is legendary, while the walleye angling is among the best in Ontario. At Kesagami, most guests catch the largest pike of their lives. In fact, Kesagami broke the Canadian "Live Release" record for northern pike in 1995. Walleye fishing, while sometimes overlooked in favour of the trophy pike fishery, is no less than phenomenal. Anglers often report catches of 100 or more walleyes per boat per day, and a few have caught and released 200 or more on exceptional outings. At Kesagami, boats are huge, stable, square-back Scott canoes with plenty of room for anglers, their gear, shore lunch box and camera equipment. Guides are available through the outfitter and a hearty shore lunch built around just-caught golden walleye fillets should be part of any trip here.

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