Northern Legends Fishing Adventure

An Angler's Retreat at Blachford & Beyond

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Northern Waters. Legendary Fish.

Venture north for a world-class fishing adventure at Blachford Lodge and beyond, where pristine Canadian waters and trophy catches meet the comfort of a full-service wilderness lodge. Over nine unforgettable days, explore the fishing paradise of Blachford Lake and Great Slave Lake, two of the Northwest Territories’ most renowned angling destinations. Cast for monster Lake Trout up to 43 lbs and Northern Pike up to 32 lbs in crystal-clear waters, or reel in Walleye and Whitefish on remote nearby lakes. With scenic fly-outs, guided excursions, sauna and hot tub evenings, and an option for an overnight wilderness campout, every day offers excitement or relaxation. Through our catch-and-release program and expert guides, you’ll enjoy sustainable, top-tier angling and all just a short float-plane flight from Yellowknife.

 

Highlights

  • Trophy Fishing & Species: Blachford Lake yields trophy-sized Lake Trout (up to 43 lbs) and Northern Pike (up to 32 lbs). Nearby lakes offer Walleye and abundant Whitefish.
  • Remote Fly-Out Access: Float plane access takes you to remote arms of Great Slave Lake, where 30-40 lb Lake Trout are common in waters over 600 m deep.

  • Full-Service Lodge Experience: Stay in beautifully renovated rooms or private cabins with ensuite bathrooms, enjoy gourmet meals, hot tub, sauna, and bonfire under northern skies.

  • Sustainable Angling Practices: Our catch-and-release program uses barbless hooks and fish-friendly handling to protect trophy species while smaller fish become fresh shore lunches.

The Fish

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Northern Pike

45-75 cm (18-30”)
0.9-4.3 kgs (2-9.5 lbs)
Blachford Record: 32lbs

Lakes Found:
Blachford Lake
Grace Lake
Magrum Lake
Great Slave Lake

lake-trout
Lake Trout

45-75Cm (18-30")
0.9-4.3Kgs (2-9.5 Lbs)
Blachford Record: 43Lbs

Lakes Found:
Blachford Lake

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Walleye / Pickerel

35.5-58.4 cm (14-23”)
0.68-1.36 kgs (1.5-3 lbs)
Blachford Record: N/A

Lakes Found:
Grace Lake
Magrum Lake
Great Slave Lake

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Whitefish

30-65 cm (12-26”)
0.9-1.8 kgs (2-4 lbs)
Blachford Record: N/A

Lakes Found:
Blachford Lake
Grace Lake
Great Slave Lake

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Inconnu / Coney

30-100 cm (12-39”)
2-10 kgs (4-22 lbs)
Blachford Record: N/A

Lakes Found:
Great Slave Lake

Burbot
Burbot

40-100 cm (16-39”)
1-9 kgs (3-20 lbs)
Blachford Record: N/A

Lakes Found:
Blachford Lake
Great Slave Lake

Your Itinerary

Arrival
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Day 1 | Arrival in Yellowknife

Arrive in Yellowknife and meet your Blachford Lodge representative. Transfer to the Explorer Hotel for your overnight stay. Along the way, your lodge representative will brief you on what to expect for your ski-plane flight to the lodge the following day.
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Day 2 | Your Fishing Adventure Begins

After breakfast, meet your Blachford Lodge representative and transfer to the Air Tindi Float Base in Old Town Yellowknife. Receive a safety and flight briefing before your 25-minute float-plane journey to Blachford Lodge. Upon arrival, meet your fishing guides and lodge staff, enjoy breakfast, and settle into your accommodations.

Spend the day fishing Blachford Lake for trophy Lake Trout and Northern Pike with your guide. A boxed shore lunch prepared by the lodge chef is included.

After dinner, meet your guide to plan the next day, then relax by the bonfire, in the lounge, or enjoy lodge amenities including the hot tub, tipi, and sauna.

Optional Enhancement: Fly out to more remote sections of Blachford Lake for shore lunch fishing. Inquire for pricing.

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Day 3 | Francois Bay Fly-Out

After breakfast, board a float plane for a scenic 15–20-minute flight to Francois Bay on Great Slave Lake. Fish Northern Pike along the river mouth and lush weed beds, followed by a shore lunch. Return to the lodge in the afternoon to relax and recount your day’s adventures.
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Day 4 | Blachford Lodge Fishing

Today, explore nearby Grace Lake with your guide to fish for Walleye and Whitefish. Enjoy a shore lunch prepared from your catch or a plated lunch at the lodge.

In the afternoon, return to Blachford Lake for more fishing for Northern Pike, Lake Trout, or Whitefish. After dinner, plan for the next day and relax by the bonfire or in the lodge lounge.

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Day 5 | Magrum Lake Fishing

Take a short hike with your guide to Long Lake or Magrum Lake. Fish from the shore for Walleye and Northern Pike, followed by a shore lunch or fish fry.

Return to the lodge in the afternoon to enjoy outdoor activities or boat fishing at the Blachford Lake “Fingers.”

After dinner, plan for the next day and unwind by the bonfire or lodge amenities.

Optional Enhancement: Fly out to the East Arm of Great Slave Lake and Thaidene Nëné for trophy Lake Trout. Enjoy a day with local hosts before returning to Blachford Lodge.

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Day 6 | Slave River Fly-Out Fishing

Fly out to the mouth of the Slave River at Great Slave Lake for shore fishing Incconu (locally known as Coney). After lunch, return to the lodge to relax or continue fishing on Blachford Lake.

In the evening, enjoy a canoe or kayak trip to a private island for an off-site campfire and overnight wilderness experience, complete with snacks and drinks prepared by the lodge chef.

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Day 7 | Blachford Lake Fishing

After breakfast, set out by boat with your guide to the far east end of Blachford Lake. Fish at prime locations such as the Narrow, Arrow Island, Big Island, and Burn Island Bowl. Explore the ruins of an abandoned trapper’s cabin and enjoy a shore lunch on a secluded beach or private island.

After dinner, review plans for the next day and relax by the bonfire or lodge amenities.

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Day 8 | Final Day of Fishing

Spend the morning kayak or canoe fishing, drifting or floating along Blachford Lake. Enjoy a plated lunch at the lodge with beverages or cocktails.

In the afternoon, continue fishing or relax and enjoy lodge amenities, summer activities, or hiking trails. After dinner, meet with lodge staff to plan your departure and savor your last evening by the bonfire or in the lounge.

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Day 9 | Departure

After breakfast, capture a few final memories at the lodge before transferring by float plane back to Yellowknife to continue your journey home.
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Accommodations

Your adventure begins with a comfortable overnight stay at the Explorer Hotel in Yellowknife, giving you a chance to rest and prepare for the journey ahead. The following days are spent at Blachford Lodge, where cozy, private cabins provide the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Nestled along the shores of Blachford Lake, each cabin offers serene lake views, warm interiors, and easy access to the water and lodge activities—making it an ideal base for your ultimate fishing experience.

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Blachford Lodge, NWT

Blachford Lodge and its cabins embody the rustic charm and warmth of Canada’s North, offering a cozy haven within a pristine and remote wilderness.

Complimentary Wifi

Onsite Chef

Bar Service

Laundry on Request

Room Cleaning

Sauna

Hot Tub

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Dates and Rates

July-August
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Accommodations: The Explorer Hotel and Blachford Cabins
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$19,980.00 per person
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1-night accommodations in Yellowknife 

7 nights’ accommodations and Blachford Lodge

Float plane transfers between Yellowknife and the lodge

All meals while at the lodge

2 x fly-out fishing experience

Up to 8 hours of daily guided fishing on Blachford Lake on non-fly-out days

Services of fishing guides and lodge staff

Use of boats & all boat fishing experiences on Blachford Lake

Use of Kayaks, canoes, SUP, Fat tire bikes and lodge activity equipment

Overnight camp experience

Fly-out fishing to the East Arm

Alcoholic beverages

Tips, gratuities and personal expenses

Additional costs associated with weather and/or weather-related delays

Flights to and from Yellowknife

Hotel in Yellowknife post trip

Travel or medical insurance 

Fishing at Blachford Lodge

Reserve Your Northern Legends Fishing Adventure

Thank you for choosing to book your stay at Blachford Lodge, a remote fly-in retreat nestled in the heart of the Northwest Territories wilderness. Accessible only by bush plane from Yellowknife, Blachford offers an exclusive experience of comfort, nature, and northern hospitality.

Please complete the form to submit your booking request. Preferred dates are requested at this stage and will be confirmed by our team shortly after review of lodge and flight availability.

At Blachford Lodge, we take pride in offering warm northern hospitality, exceptional comfort, and unforgettable experiences in the heart of the Canadian wilderness. We look forward to welcoming you.

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Joelle R
Joelle R
Oct 2024
Peacefull retrea

I went to the lodge only for one night, but I wish I would've stayed longer. The location is amazing, and the accommodation are beyond expectation. I had a room in the main lodge with view over the lake, big window to enjoy the night sky. There are also cabins that looked great as well, to be more in nature. The staff is so great, the food is really good, the drinks are unique. We went on a fishing ride, and I never caught fishes that big, and it is catch & release which I like. In the morning, I felt at peace having a coffee in front of the lake, looking at the sun rise and the quietness of the forest.

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mimi peppe
mimi peppe
Sep 2024
One of our best Experiences ever!

Where do I begin? I wish I could give BLL more than 5 stars! Everyone did their best to make us feel welcomed and nurtured! Our room was clean & cozy, we chose to stay in the lodge as opposed to a cabin. It was more convenient and very comfortable- sometimes a little noisy- The food was amazing!!! Three creative and delicious meals a day! We stayed 4 nights but could easily have stayed longer! My hubby went fishing - I made a dream catcher and harvested spruce gems to make salves! Of course, the main attraction, the Aurora, did not disappoint! The hiking trails were moderate and the views spectacular! It was a dream come true! I cannot say enough good things about the whole experience!

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BeenandSeenTravel-JW
BeenandSeenTravel-JW
Sep 2024
Father-son trip to remember!

A father-son trip to remember! After enjoying this amazing lodge in the winter, I was able to take my son on a trip here in August. Blachford seems to be a dream in the summer and fall. The lake was beautiful for swimming, and the secluded cabin with modern comforts was lakefront, looking out into the northern wilderness in the evening as eagles hunted. We caught some huge fish and explored the lake by boat. The food is delicious, and the staff are wonderful, (thanks)We hiked a beautiful loop trail through the Boreal forest and listened from the hot tub as wolves howled across the lake and the sun gave way to dancing Aurora. ...Simply Spectacular.

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Danae D
Danae D
May 2024
Best Remote Lodge - once in a lifetime!!

Blachford is a very unique place that I would love to stay at again. The pressure of being awake for the Aurora is off as the staff will come and wake you, if you’d like them too! During the day they have so many activities to participate in, I was nervous about if there would be enough activity wise (I'm a pretty ancy person) and there absolutley was! They’re optional which is nice if you want to relax as well. The hot tub under a starry, sky was incredible and there were always snacks out incase you felt a little peckish. The Aurora was stunning, staff was friendly, and activities were engaging. Thanks again Blachford for such an incredible experience!

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Luke P
Luke P
May 2024
What an experience!

Fantastic trip. We went for a few nights in August on a bit of a spur of the moment idea. Of course the lights were spectacular, but the lodge and grounds blew us away too - swimming, wood fired hot tub, mountain bikes, fishing, etc. - with top notch meals as well. Can’t say enough about the staff too. A great team that made booking, getting around Yellowknife, and our stay, special (and easy!).

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Candice L
Candice L
May 2024
I heart Blachford.

I’ve been going to Blachford for years, both for business and for personal visits, and it’s one of my favourite places! The location is beautiful, the lake is stunning, the food is delicious, and the aurora views are amazing (even for a lifelong Northerner)! Blachford is a gem.

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Kaila
Kaila
May 2024
The Best

My favourite remote lodge ever. I have had the privilege of visiting during three different seasons and each one is so special. Fishing, hiking, northern lights, sauna, hot tub, swimming are all to be had here. The rooms and cabins are wonderful, the food has always been delicious. I highly recommend.

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