Fishing · Ontario
Carls Fishing Guide Service
A Kenora-based fishing guide on Lake of the Woods, rated highly for fast action on walleye, pike and muskie, all gear supplied and a shore lunch cooked on an island.
What visitors say
Carl's Fishing Guide Service takes anglers out on Lake of the Woods from Kenora, and the reviews are close to unanimous. Guests describe a guide who knows the lake well, gets them on fish within minutes and moves quickly to a new spot when the bite slows.
Walleye is the bread and butter, with several groups reaching their limit fast and taking home fillets for a fish fry. Others came for bigger game and report trophy northern pike, including 40-inch fish, and muskie, whether landed or just seen following the lure. Perch show up in the mix too.
The shore lunch is a highlight for many: fresh fish and fries cooked on an island picnic spot partway through the day. Gear and equipment are provided, and the guide cleans and fillets the catch. Both beginners and experienced anglers say they learned something, and his sense of humour comes up again and again.
There's little to criticise in the reviews. Many guests plan to rebook for the next season, so reserving early for summer is sensible.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 22 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with Carls Fishing Guide Service directly.