Hastie Lake Camp

About This Outpost

Located at the foothills of the Hastie Lake Mountains. Trophy smallmouth and largemouth bass, whitefish, and lake trout fishing. Features two bedrooms and an open-concept kitchen-dining-sitting area with a front deck overlooking the water. Sandy beach at the east end of the lake. Groups up to 8 persons. Only a 5–6 minute flight.

Reviews & Reputation

5.0

Based on 2 reviews from across the web

Summarized Review Highlights

Lauzon Aviation, a family-run fly-in outfitter based near Blind River (Algoma Mills), Ontario, draws consistently positive reviews across all available feedback. The operation has been running for over 30 years and is now managed by three generations of the Makela family. Guests regularly describe it as welcoming, trustworthy, and well-organized, with several reviewers noting they returned for repeat trips or made it an annual tradition. The overall tone across reviews is one of genuine satisfaction, with no negative experiences reported in the available feedback.

What guests praise most is the quality and variety of fishing across Lauzon's nine outpost lakes, each targeting different species including walleye, northern pike, smallmouth and largemouth bass, brook trout, lake trout, and rainbow trout. Reviewers highlight the pristine, uncrowded nature of the lakes and the sense of true wilderness remoteness. The DIY outpost model — where guests fly in and have an entire lake to themselves — is frequently cited as a major draw. The package includes the flight, a fully stocked cabin with kitchen equipment, a boat and motor with fuel, and propane for appliances. Anglers simply bring food, sleeping bags, and gear. Reviewers also note the affordability of the operation relative to comparable fly-in experiences, and the warmth and local knowledge of the Makela family.

There are no recurring complaints in the available reviews. The cabins are described as rustic, which is consistent with a DIY outpost experience rather than a guided lodge, so guests expecting comfort amenities beyond the basics should be aware of that upfront. This destination appears best suited for self-sufficient anglers — whether solo travellers, groups of fishing buddies, or families — who want remote, affordable access to quality multi-species fishing without guides or full-service lodge amenities. Fly anglers specifically are well served, with reviewers detailing successful trips using dry flies, streamers, and topwater patterns across multiple lake systems.

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Colin McKeown Jun 23, 2023

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Fly-in with Lauzon Aviation: A Remote Fishing Experience Like No Other

For those anglers who are looking for a wilderness fishing trip on a budget, there are several options. One of my favourites is through Lauzon Aviation located in Algoma Mills, Ontario. Lauzon Aviation is a family-run business that has been helping anglers access world-class fishing for over 30 years. They have nine rustic outpost cabins on nine separate lakes, each system featuring different species. On one lake you can have walleye and northern pike and on another, brook trout. These DIY (do-it-yourself) fishing trips are great for groups of anglers or families. We went to Hastie Lake which has incredible smallmouth and largemouth bass fishing. Located at the foothills of the Hastie Lake Mountains, the cabin is surrounded by magnificent scenery on a pine point with a sandy beach nearby. Each day we cast topwater flies and lures and caught lots of bass to 5 pounds. Lauzon Aviation supplies flight in and out, fully stocked cabin (including kitchen equipment), boat and motor with gas, plus propane for the cabin appliances. Anglers just need to bring their food, sleeping bags and fishing gear. Then you have the whole lake to yourself! Great fishing and totally remote! Lauzon Aviation is ideal because it is affordable and accessible.

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Colin McKeown Apr 14, 2019

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Do-It-Yourself Fly-In Fishing – Lauzon Aviation

There are dozens of services that provide fly-in remote outposts and one of my favourites is Lauzon Aviation located near Blind River Ontario. Lauzon Air Service is a family-run business that has been helping anglers access great fishing for over 30 years. They have nine rustic outpost cabins on nine separate lakes, each system featuring different species. On one lake you can have walleye and pike and on another rainbow and lake trout. These DIY (do-it-yourself) fishing trips are perfect for groups of anglers or families. You have the lake entirely to yourself for the whole week, a nice experience for those who want solitude! An example of one remote outpost they offer is Hastie Lake which has incredible smallmouth and largemouth bass fishing. Each day we cast topwater flies and lures and caught lots of bass to five pounds. Near shore yellow, orange and black poppers worked well for both species. On the main lake, we found smelt patterns like Murdich Minnows or Scotty's McFly were deadly. Another lake we tried on a repeat visit several years later was Blue Lake which has good populations of lake and rainbow trout. We used sink-tip lines and full-sinking lines to take white streamer patterns down to approximately 8-12 feet to connect with the trout. In the early morning or late evening, we had success casting streamers in the top three feet of the lake as rainbow trout were busting the surface chasing minnows. Very visually exciting and fast-action! The small stream running into and out of the lake has a healthy population of brook trout which are fun to catch on dry flies and wooly buggers. They provide the flight in and out, fully stocked cabin (including kitchen equipment), boat and motor with gas, plus propane for the cabin appliances. Anglers just need to bring their food, sleeping bags and fishing gear. Then you have the whole lake to yourself! Great fishing and totally remote. Lauzon Air Service is ideal because it is affordable and accessible.

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Lake Information

Lake at the foot hills of the Hastie Lake Mountains with magnificent scenery and a sandy beach at the east end. Trophy smallmouth and largemouth bass, whitefish, and lake trout.

Lake Name

Hastie Lake

Province

Ontario, Northern Ontario / Algoma

Lake Structure

Lake at the foothills of the Hastie Lake Mountains with a sandy beach at the east end

Fish Species

smallmouth bass largemouth bass smallmouth bass largemouth bass (trophy size)

Accommodations

Lodging Type

Rustic outpost cabin with deck

Max Guests

8

Bedrooms

2

Amenities

Electricity: No

Running Water: No

Hot Water: No

Drinking Water: No

Shower: No

Sink: No

Heat: Yes – oil heating stove

A/C: No

Other: Propane BBQ (outside), propane fridge, propane countertop stove, pots/pans/dishes/utensils, rustic furniture, front deck overlooking water, open-concept kitchen-dining-sitting area

Boats & Equipment

Motor

outboard – rental available (6 hp or under if own)

Gas Included

Yes – if motor rented from outfitter

Meals & Services

Meal Plan

Housekeeping

Meals Included

No

Guide Service

not available

What's Included

Included

Return float plane flight, cabin (propane fridge, propane stove, pots/pans/dishes/cutlery, oil heating stove, bunk beds, propane BBQ, wood fired sauna), one boat per two people. Motor rental and gas available separately at $117.30/day/motor plus 13% HST.

Not Included

Groceries, beverages, sleeping bags, life jackets, landing net, lanterns, first aid kit, fishing licence, boat safety kit, motor (optional rental), personal gear