Fishing · Ontario
Shady Roost Lodge
An all-inclusive fishing lodge on a private island in Sabaskong Bay, Lake of the Woods, near Nestor Falls, Ontario, known for patient guides, daily shore lunches and from-scratch meals.
What visitors say
Shady Roost Lodge sits on a private island in Sabaskong Bay on Lake of the Woods, and guests describe the scenery as a big part of the trip. It runs as an all-inclusive fishing lodge, so meals, guides, boats, tackle and bait are handled for you. One guest said everything was looked after from the moment they landed at International Falls.
The guides draw the most praise. Reviewers name several by name and describe them as knowledgeable, patient and good company, with a knack for finding fish even for people who had never fished before. Anglers report catching plenty of walleye, along with perch, northern pike, bass, sauger and crappie, and several caught personal bests. The daily shore lunch, cooked from the morning's catch, is a highlight for nearly everyone.
The kitchen gets almost as much attention as the fishing. Guests describe breakfast and dinner cooked from scratch, with prime rib and pork chops singled out, and cabins that are clean and roomy. The lodge suits families well: parents brought children as young as eight, and a grandfather came with his grandson. First-time anglers say it was an easy introduction.
With a near-perfect rating across its reviews, there are no recurring complaints. The one practical note is that this is a fly-or-drive-in destination near the border, so plan travel through International Falls or Nestor Falls and book early if you want a particular guide.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 29 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with Shady Roost Lodge directly.