Fishing Information

With over 40 thousand acres of water and 2,800 miles of shoreline, Caribou Lake can give even the novice fisherman the thrill of a life time. Once you're sitting on a honey hole, it's nothing to bring in 50 or 60 walleye in a couple of hours.

In late May, most people head to the river mouths to hunt walleye and northern pike as they feed on the bait fish going after their eggs. Throughout June and into July, many like to troll the narrows and catch their fill of the walleye feeding on whitefish, perch, and other tasty baitfish.

In Late July and August, the walleye tend to go into the deeper holes and hide around the structure, and when you come across a hole, the fishing can be incredible. In fall, we suggest fishing off islands in about 20 to 40 feet of water, or just drifting around until you find them.

Caribou Lake is very deep in spots, with some areas reaching 250 feet in depth. In these areas, countless lake trout can be found suspended at the 80 foot mark in mid-summer.

Bear Paw Lodge also offers use of our recently updated fish cleaning shack. With plenty of room to fillet and pack your fish for the trip home, our new shack also protects you from mosquitos & other pests.

For more information about Caribou Lake, fish species, fishing tips, and more, please use the links listed below.

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