World Class Fly-In Fishing
Monster Trophy Northern Pike Fishing
Monster Trophy Lake Trout Fishing
Monster Trophy Northern Pike Fishing at Lower Foster Lake
Experience World-Class Trophy Northern Pike Fishing
Lower Foster Lake in Northern Saskatchewan is one of the premier fly-in fishing destinations for catching monster trophy Northern Pike, rivaling any lake in Canada. This pristine Canadian Shield lake, with its constantly rejuvenated waters from the Foster River, provides the ideal environment for Northern Pike to thrive and grow to extraordinary sizes.
Why Choose Lower Foster Lake for Trophy Pike Fishing?
Unmatched Numbers
Whether you’re an experienced angler or a first-time adventurer, the Pike fishing at Lower Foster Lake is second to none.
- Catch Rates: Expect to catch 20–50 Pike in an afternoon, with exceptional days yielding up to 75 Northern Pike.
- Perfect Eating Size: The average Northern Pike is 3 to 4 pounds, offering both thrilling action and the perfect size for a delicious shore lunch.
Trophy Pike Size
When it comes to trophy fishing, Lower Foster Lake delivers!
- Trophy Sizes: Most groups catch 4–5 Pike ranging from 36 inches to 45 inches during their trip.
- Monsters Over 47 Inches: This is the ultimate destination for anglers seeking the thrill of battling a true Northern Pike giant.
For the best chance at trophies, our guides will show you the hot spots and provide tips to target these legendary fish.
Expert Tips for Landing Trophy Pike
Techniques to Maximize Your Catch
- Fish high-population areas for numbers or troll deeper waters near rocky points and river mouths for bigger trophies.
- Use larger Muskie-style lures to attract monster Pike lurking in deeper, less-accessible areas.
Suggested Lures
- Top Picks: Len Thompson #2 spoons (Green Frog, 5 of Diamonds)
- Rapala Favorites: Deep Divers and Shad Raps
- Rubber jerk baits and jigs are also highly effective in driving Pike into a frenzy.
Know the Habitat
Lower Foster Lake features:
- Countless Weedy Bays: Perfect for ambush predators like Pike.
- Rocky Points & River Mouths: Ideal for trolling and casting.
- Deep Sections (up to 140 feet): A nursery for Whitefish, Suckers, and Lake Trout, providing an endless food source for trophy Pike.
Conservation Regulations: Protecting Our Trophy Pike Legacy
To ensure the long-term health of our world-class fishery, Lower Foster Lake is a CR2 Lake:
- Barbless Hooks Required
- Catch & Release: You may keep 3 Pike under 30 inches; all larger fish must be carefully released.
Proper handling techniques are essential: - Always cradle large Pike by the belly to avoid organ damage.
- Never pick up a Pike by its eye sockets to prevent blindness, ensuring their survival and growth.
Monster Trophy Lake Trout Fishing at Lower Foster Lake
Experience the Ultimate Lake Trout Adventure
Lower Foster Lake in Northern Saskatchewan is a haven for Lake Trout fanatics, offering unparalleled fishing excitement. Known for its trophy-sized Lakers, the lake draws anglers from across the globe eager to battle these deep-dwelling giants. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-time Lake Trout angler, you’ll quickly discover why Lower Foster Lake is regarded as one of the best Lake Trout fisheries in Canada.
Why Choose Lower Foster Lake for Trophy Lake Trout Fishing?
The Excitement of the Fight
There’s nothing quite like the thrill of reeling in a monster Lake Trout from the depths:
- Heart-Pounding Action: Your rod bends sharply, the reel screams as line peels off, and your fishing partner can hardly contain their excitement.
- Unpredictable Power: The sheer strength of our Lake Trout will keep you guessing—until you see the fish, you’ll never know if you’ve hooked a 5-pounder or a 20-pound beast.
- Perfect Eating Size: Most Lake Trout average 3 to 5 pounds, ideal for a fresh-caught meal.
- Trophy Lakers: Each group typically lands 2–3 Trout over 30 inches (11+ pounds) during their stay.
- Massive Monsters: The lake holds numerous Lakers in the 20 to 35-pound range, providing anglers with a real chance to catch the fish of a lifetime.
- Catch Rates: On average, guests can expect to catch 10–20 Lake Trout per person in a day. Our record? 43 Lakers in a single day. Of course, there are always the thrilling stories of “the one that got away,” whether it broke the line or spooled the reel.
Many of our guests leave with incredible stories of giant Lake Trout that fought so hard they were too big to net. It’s the kind of experience that turns visitors into lifelong Lake Trout fanatics.
Tips and Techniques for Trophy Lake Trout
Springtime Strategies
- Top Lures: Spoons in blue/silver, chartreuse, silver rainbow, and red & white are highly effective.
- Shallow Success: Early in the season, Lake Trout are often found in shallower waters, making them easier to target.
Mid-Summer to Fall Techniques
- Use Rapala Husky Jerks (size 10–14) or Rapala Deep Divers in blue and silver for deeper waters.
- Downriggers: Flashers in any color can increase your chances when trolling in the lake’s deeper zones.
Pro Tip:
For best results, our guides will help you identify the prime fishing spots and teach you proven techniques to land more fish.
Biggest Fish Contest
Bring out your competitive spirit! Each year, the angler who catches the biggest Northern Pike or Lake Trout earns their name on the Lodge’s Hall of Fame Plaque. This friendly competition adds a layer of excitement to your fishing experience and motivates you to give it your all on the water.
Biggest Pike
2023 Pike Winner,
Tripp Berry
44 inches
Biggest Trout
2023 Trout Winner,
Mitch Irving
38 inches
Trophy Room
Fishing Boats at Beaver Lodge Fly-Inn
At Beaver Lodge Fly-Inn, we pride ourselves on providing clean, comfortable, and well-equipped fishing boats to ensure your adventure on Lower Foster Lake is safe, enjoyable, and successful.
Our Fleet
- 21-Foot Pontoon Boat: Perfect for relaxing lake tours or fishing, particularly for guests with physical challenges.
- Eight – 16-Foot Lund Aluminum Boats: Each has a 15hp Honda motor and is expertly equipment with everything you need to pull in your next personal best.
- Onboard Features:
- Comfortable swivel seats for long fishing days.
- Fish finders to locate the best fishing spots.
- Nets, anchors, and life jackets for safety and convenience.
- First aid kits for added peace of mind.
Explore the Waters of Lower Foster Lake
A Fisherman’s Paradise: Northern Pike and Lake Trout Await
Lower Foster Lake is a true angler’s haven, stretching 26 miles in length and 6.5 miles at its widest point, with countless prime fishing locations to explore. This pristine Canadian Shield lake offers the perfect habitat for both monster Northern Pike and trophy Lake Trout, making it an unparalleled destination for fishing enthusiasts.
- For Northern Pike: Shallow, weedy bays, rocky shorelines, and deep-water channels are teeming with Pike of all sizes, ensuring action-packed fishing adventures no matter where you cast.
- For Lake Trout: The lake’s deep waters, thriving populations of Whitefish and Suckers, and untouched ecosystem create the ideal conditions for Lakers to grow large and strong, offering anglers the chance to reel in both numbers and trophies.
Whether you’re trolling, casting, or simply soaking in the beauty of the wilderness, Lower Foster Lake promises an unforgettable fishing experience for all.
Lower Foster Lake is a sprawling, picturesque Canadian Shield lake offering endless opportunities for anglers to experience the thrill of world-class fishing. Here’s what makes it truly unique:
- Size & Depth: Covering a surface area of 10,800 acres (18.5 square miles), the lake reaches depths of up to 140 feet, providing diverse habitats for a variety of fish species.
- Elevation & Location: Situated at 1,742 feet above sea level, the lake is located at GPS coordinates 56°33’N, 105°23’W in the pristine wilderness of Northern Saskatchewan.
- Game Fish Species: Home to Northern Pike, Lake Trout, and Burbot (Ling), the lake offers something for every angler.
Please Note: Water levels may impact navigation, with shoals occasionally becoming islands and some narrows becoming shallow or difficult to pass during dry periods.
Whether you’re fishing for monster Pike, trophy Lake Trout, or simply enjoying the serene beauty of the surroundings, Lower Foster Lake is a destination like no other.
Float Planes & Air Service to Beaver Lodge Fly-Inn
Getting to Beaver Lodge Fly-Inn is an adventure in itself! Our guests are flown in by the experienced Osprey Wings Air Service, based out of Missinipe and La Ronge, Saskatchewan. Osprey Wings ensures a safe and seamless journey to our remote lodge on Lower Foster Lake.
Floatplane Options Based on Group Size
- DeHavilland Beaver: Perfect for groups of 4 guests, balancing capacity and comfort. (Only Available Missinipe)
- DeHavilland Turbo Otter: For groups of 5 to 7 guests, with ample space for both passengers and gear.
- DeHavilland Twin Otter: Ideal for larger groups of 8 to 10 guests, ensuring everyone travels together in style and comfort.
BIG Fish Stories!
The 4-Pounder Was Bait
A few years ago, two guests, Rod & Rick from Colorado, were just outside the weeds in one of our many trophy pike bays. Rick hooked into a little 4-pounder and was bringing it in when a massive monster Northern came jetting out of the depths and just hammered the hell out of his smaller pike. This trophy northern ended up getting hooked and took off with Rick’s pike and lure in its jaws. The pike screamed-off about 50 feet of line before it even knew it was hooked.
Rod put his fishing rod down and grabbed the net only to realize his rod was about to fly in the water. He put the net down and grabbed his rod only to realize he had a big trophy Northern on to. Somehow they both got their trophy pike in the boat, measured, then admired both fish for a few moments and then let them go. Rod had the bragging rights as his pike was a little bigger then Rick’s, which was 47 inches and around 40 pounds.
Snapped 20-Pound Test
We had two gentlemen in their 70’s that would be out fishing by 5:00 AM every morning. They are both avid Lake Trout fishermen. The one morning they came in all excited both talking at the same time about the monster trout they hooked and fought for a long time. They were using heavy weight trout rods with 20 lb. test line. Finally they got to see the trout but then it took a final run straight under the boat and busted the line on the keel of the boat. They both said it was at least 35 to 40 lbs.
Monsters Eat Flies
Al Rowliston from Colorado Springs asked me (Randy) to come along with him and do some fly-fishing. We went to a great place on the lake called Grand Rapids. There is a major waterfalls running in from another lake and big pike patrol the area frequently.
We pulled up into a slow moving pool off to the side of the rapids. Al threw out a fly and the second it hit the surface of the water, there was a huge splash and then all we could hear was Al’s fly-reel screaming. Al hooked into a giant pike, which took more then 15 minutes to bring in.
Al was using a red and white deceiver with a silver flash insert. We were both using 9 weight fly rods with floating line and steel leaders. We finally landed his monster pike. It measured over 45 inches. Within 2 hours we caught lots of pike including 2 more big pike measuring 41 & 42 inches. It was a great afternoon and a good chance to get use to bringing in a big fish with a fly rod.
Too Big For The Net
A couple of guests were fishing and hooked onto a big Lake Trout. The man finally dragged the monster lake trout to the boat. His wife tried to net the fish with out large nets, which are 2 feet in diameter. The fish was way too big for the net. Unfortunately, the fish flopped around on the surface and it was gone.
July Feeding Frenzy
Another true trout story from last year happened during the days July 7th, 8th and 9th. Three of us were fishing for Lake Trout using pink 3/8 ounce jigs with single white tails and a minnow. In 3 days we caught 180 Lake Trout.
Plan Your Ultimate Fly-In Fishing Adventure
Are you ready to create unforgettable memories at one of Canada’s top fly-in fishing destinations?
Don’t miss out on the adventure of a lifetime!