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Hidden Bay Lodge – Raggedwood Lake Outpost

Hidden Bay Lodge

Raggedwood Lake, Ontario — Near Sioux Lookout

Max Guests 10
Access fly-in

About This Outpost

Only cabin on the lake — Complete privacy
A large outpost cabin perfect for groups and families on Raggedwood Lake. Features a large screened porch, three bunk beds and four single beds, a modern kitchen with propane stove and refrigerator, boardwalk to dock, stainless steel fish cleaning table, solar lights, satellite phone, hot and cold running water, inside flush toilet, and shower. Access to Elam Lake without portage.

Reviews & Reputation

Summarized Review Highlights

Hidden Bay Lodge earns overwhelmingly positive reviews across multiple sources, with guests consistently awarding it top marks. The lodge has cultivated a strong base of repeat visitors who return year after year, and the tone across reviews is genuinely enthusiastic rather than politely positive. The staff — mentioned by name in several reviews — appear to be a central reason guests keep coming back, with words like "amazing" and "the greatest people" used repeatedly. Long-term loyalty is a recurring theme, with multiple reviewers referencing many trips over many years.

Guests consistently highlight three things: the quality of the staff and their helpfulness, the comfort of the accommodations and outpost camps, and the fishing. The walleye fishing in particular receives exceptional praise, with one detailed account from Armit Lake describing non-stop action across four days and hundreds of fish caught using a wide variety of lures. Boats and motors are described as comfortable and reliable, and the outpost camps are said to offer solid creature comforts. Value for money is also mentioned positively.

Based on the available reviews, there are no recurring complaints or concerns to flag. Every reviewer expresses a clear intention to return, and none raise issues with service, facilities, food, or fishing quality. This destination appears best suited for groups of friends looking to establish or continue a fishing tradition, dedicated walleye anglers seeking high-volume action in a remote northern Ontario setting, and repeat fly-in guests who value a lodge where staff relationships and consistency matter as much as the fishing itself.

Summary generated May 25, 2026

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2019 Canada Fly-in - Raggedwood Lake, Ontario

2019 Canada Fly-in - Raggedwood Lake, Ontario

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Lake Information

Raggedwood Lake is over 9.5 miles long and over a mile wide in spots. Rapids exit to the southwest side 1.5 miles from the cabin. The lake is on the Vermilion River system that flows into Lac Seul. Access to Elam Lake without portage. Features walleye and northern pike fishing.

Lake Name
Raggedwood Lake
Province
Ontario, Northwestern Ontario
Lake Structure
Over 9.5 miles long and over 1 mile wide in spots; rapids exiting to the southwest 1.5 miles from the cabin; on the Vermilion River system flowing into Lac Seul; access to Elam Lake

Fish Species

walleye pike

Portage Lakes: Yes - Elam Lake (no portage required) (1 lakes)

Accommodations

Lodging Type
cabin
Max Guests
10
Beds
7
Amenities
Electricity: Yes - solar
Running Water: Yes
Hot Water: Yes
Shower: Yes
Toilet: flush
Satellite phone

Other: Large screened porch; modern refrigerator; propane deep fryer for fish; deck with gas grill; landing nets and minnow buckets supplied; first night arrival stay at main lodge

Boats & Equipment

Boat Length
14 ft
Motor
9.9 hp outboard
Seat Type
comfortable seats
Gas Included
Yes

Meals & Services

Meal Plan
Housekeeping
Meals Included
Groceries included in All-Inclusive package; complementary breakfast morning of departure to lake
Guide Service
not available

What's Included

Included

All groceries, flight in and out of destination lake, rental boat, motor and gas, full cabin accommodations and amenities, first night arrival stay at main lodge, complementary breakfast morning of departure

Not Included

Snacks and beverages (guests bring their own)

Getting There

Access: fly-in

Air Base: Hidden Bay Lodge main lodge & seaplane base, 1671 Hwy 72, Sioux Lookout, Ontario

Contact

Hidden Bay Lodge
Sioux Lookout, Ontario

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