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Scallop Lake Camp

Ogoki Frontier

Scallop Lake, Ontario — Near Armstrong

Lake Size 1,758 acres

Max Guests 6

Access fly-in

Pricing $$

About This Outpost

Only cabin on the lake — Complete privacy

Part of a four-lake chain (Scallop, Austen, Lower Maddy, Maddy Lake) on the Raymond River system. The cabin features solar electricity, gravity-fed running water with hot and cold, a large screened-in porch, shower, screened-in fish cleaning house with running water and sink, pine interior, propane fridge, stove, chest freezer and wood stove. Portage boats and motors are pre-positioned on Austen and Lower Maddy lakes. Private lake with conservation policy.

Reviews & Reputation

Summarized Review Highlights

Ogoki Frontier, and specifically its Chipchase Lake outpost, has earned strong praise from guests who have actually stayed there. Verified guests report exceptional fishing with catches that exceeded their expectations, well-maintained and reliable boats and motors, and a high-quality cabin described as first-class. The natural setting also left a strong impression, with guests noting wildlife encounters and northern lights as memorable highlights of their trip.

The only negative feedback in the available reviews comes from a prospective visitor who stopped in without a booking and felt the staff were unwelcoming and uninterested in speaking with them. This person did not fish or stay at the outfitter, so their review does not reflect the guest experience itself. That said, it may be worth noting that Ogoki Frontier could come across as less approachable to walk-in visitors or those still in the early comparison-shopping stage.

Based on the available reviews, Ogoki Frontier's Chipchase Lake outpost appears best suited for small groups of anglers looking for a remote fly-in outpost experience with solid fishing, comfortable accommodations, and reliable equipment. Those who value wilderness scenery alongside their fishing will likely find it a good fit. Prospective guests who prefer a more hands-on sales or tour experience before committing may want to reach out in advance to set expectations.

Summary generated May 25, 2026

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Ogoki Frontier Fly-In Fishing Video

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Lake Information

Part of a four-lake chain on the Raymond River. Water is very dark; walleye are dark coloured too. Scallop is relatively shallow but very cold with spring-fed waters and plenty of structure. Austen Lake upstream is deeper with warmer waters, accessed by a 10-minute portage walk. Lower Maddy and Maddy Lake complete the chain. Boats and motors are pre-positioned by Ogoki Frontier on the portage lakes.

Lake Name

Scallop Lake

Province

Ontario, Raymond River system, Armstrong area

Lake Size

1,758 acres

Water Clarity

Very dark water, spring fed, cold

Lake Structure

Relatively shallow, spring-fed with plenty of structure; Austen Lake upstream is deeper with warmer water; Raymond River flows north into Ogoki River

Fishing Pressure

Private lake - conservation

Fish Species

walleye pike

Portage Lakes: Yes - Austen Lake (10 min walk portage), Lower Maddy Lake (second 10 min portage), Maddy Lake (small creek pull-through) (3 lakes)

Accommodations

Lodging Type

Frame cabin

Max Guests

Amenities

Electricity: Yes - solar

Running Water: Yes

Hot Water: Yes

Drinking Water: Yes

Shower: Yes

Sink: Yes

Heat: Wood stove

A/C: No

Motorola 2-way FM radio

Dock

Other: Pine interior, large screened-in porch, propane fridge, propane stove, wood stove, boats and motors pre-positioned on Austen Lake and Lower Maddy Lake

Boats & Equipment

Boats Included

Boat Length

14 ft

Boat Brand

Lund

Motor

6 hp

Motor Start

electric start

Motor Brand

Mercury

Seat Type

carpeted floors; third boat has 3 cross seats and 2 swivel seats

Gas Included

Yes

Meals & Services

Meal Plan

Housekeeping

Meals Included

Guide Service

not available

What's Included

Included

Float plane transportation to/from outpost camp, Motorola 2-way FM radio, showers, hot & cold running water, chest freezer, drinking water, 14 ft Lund boats with 6hp Mercury electric start motors, outboard gas, complimentary cubed ice, propane BBQ, cooking and eating utensils, service check flight (trips 5 days or more), boats/motors pre-positioned on Austen and Lower Maddy lakes