Outpost
Ara Lake Outpost
7 Lakes Wilderness Camps
Ara Lake, Ontario — Near Nakina
About This Outpost
Reviews & Reputation
Guest reviews of 7 Lakes Wilderness Camps are overwhelmingly positive, with most reviewers giving top marks and returning multiple times. The operation is described as well-run and hospitable, with owner Brad Slagel and staff Helen and Mike consistently called out by name for being attentive, accommodating, and genuinely invested in guests having a good experience. One reviewer noted visiting roughly 50 times, which speaks to the level of repeat business the camp attracts. The camp offers both drive-in and fly-in options across multiple lakes, including Walleye Cove, Dusey Lake, and Marshall Lake.
Guests frequently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the cabins, which are described as well-stocked and comfortable. Fishing is highlighted as the main draw, particularly for walleye, with groups reporting solid catches including multiple fish over 24 inches. Northern pike also show up in good numbers. The camp accommodates hunters as well, with at least one reviewer describing a memorable fly-in moose hunt that included a close encounter with a bull moose and a swimming lynx. Staff responsiveness and willingness to make things right stand out — when one group had a slow week targeting brook trout, the owner proactively offered a discounted return trip at a different lake.
There are very few complaints across the reviews, and none that are recurring. One reviewer noted that Dusey Lake is shallow (no more than 8 feet) and that cabin facilities there were rustic at the time of their visit, with the shower located in the gas house — though this was noted as being from a few years back and conditions may have changed. Brook trout fishing at Dusey was also described as slow, suggesting that lake may not be the best choice for anglers specifically targeting brookies. Overall, 7 Lakes Wilderness Camps appears best suited for walleye anglers — both first-timers to fly-in fishing and seasoned groups — as well as hunters looking for a remote fly-in experience. The personal, owner-operated atmosphere makes it a good fit for groups of friends or anyone who values hands-on hospitality over a large resort-style operation.
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Lake Information
Top walleye lake in Ontario. Non-stop walleye fishing with 100-fish days possible. Trophy walleyes over 10 pounds common. Good northern pike population with frequent 15-20 pounders.
Fish Species
Portage Lakes: Yes - Meta Lake (1 lakes)
Accommodations
Amenities
Other: Metal stairs from dock to cabin, propane grill, propane lights, propane stove, propane fridge
Boats & Equipment
Meals & Services
What's Included
Included
Cabin rental, boats, motors, basic equipment
Not Included
Meals, guide service, fuel, fishing licenses
Getting There
Access: fly-in
Air Base: Nakina Airport
Flight Time: 30 minutes
Flight Distance: 30 miles
Season & Booking
Season: May to September
Minimum Stay: 7 days
Contact
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