Lake of the woods area


The crown jewel of the Northwestern Ontario’s vacationland. Big doesn’t really describe its 65,000 miles of shoreline with over 14,000 islands. It is a recognized Ontario legend. The meandering shoreline rimmed with thick green forests and granite rises provide an uncountable number of quiet secluded bays for safe anchorage. The numerous islands insure good running regardless of winds and weather.

You will have the opportunity to watch Beaver at work, to see Moose, Deer and Black Bear. You may watch Bald Eagles soar, nesting Osprey, a variety of Hawks, Cormorants, a large population of Pelicans exclusive to Lake of the Woods and be serenaded by the calls of the Loons. Lake of the Woods has gained a position of historical significance within the region and maintains a reputation for fine fishing and hunting as well as establishing itself as a prime attraction for tourism.

Our main base is located on the shores of Long Bay, 3/4 mile off HWY 71, on Laughing Water Road, approximately 3 miles north of Sioux Narrows, Ontario. From Canada take the Trans-Canada Hwy to the junction of Hwy 71 just east of Kenora, Ontario. Drive south on Hwy 71, 50 km (30 miles) to the Laughing Water Road. From the U.S., cross the Border at either International Falls or Baudette, Minnesota. Take Hwy 11 West from International Falls, or East from Baudette, approximately 25 miles to the Junction of Hwy 71. Turn north on Hwy 71, travel approximately 60 miles through Nestor Falls and Sioux Narrows to Laughing Water Road. Laughing Water Road is approximately 3 miles north of the Sioux Narrows Bridge. Turn west on the Laughing Water Road and follow the signs to the Base Camp. The major routes provide four lane expressways and limited access highways for a great portion of your trip.


Both International Falls, Minnesota and Kenora, Ontario, are serviced by commercial air carriers. We will be happy to arrange transportation from these points to our base on advance notice. Private aircraft may fly direct to either Kenora, ON, or Nestor Falls, ON. Both offer paved runways and tie down.

Sioux Narrows is well known for its excellent Gift shops and its full range of services all right in downtown Sioux Narrows. Experience any of your favorite leisure activities from swimming to golfing to hiking and of course superb fishing. Along the trails and on the islands of Lake of the Woods, you will find a variety of wild flowers, wild blueberries and raspberries.