Peterson's Point Lake Lodge

Just wrapped up an outstanding 7 day trip to Petersons Point Lake Lodge. The trip could not have been better. This was our first trip and definitely won’t be the last. We caught multiple big fish including 3 over 30 pounds on flies. So much fun to tie into big lakers on a fly, and these Point Lake fish are strong. The fishing, staff , food and lodging were all outstanding. A truly memorable trip.

This was our first trip since COVID. We asked ourselves, would it measure up to our first excellent trip to Peterson's. Absolutely!!! It was just as good if not better. We experienced the same warm hospitality by the Peterson family and the staff. Lots of fishing. My husband and I were busy each day catching fish. Lots of nice 20 pounders. No time to rest. Our guide Chris was most helpful. Tanya the cook provided us with delicious meals and snacks. We chose not to have shore lunch every day. This gave us more fishing time. Again, hospitality was key. Amanda was always looking for ways to make our stay more comfortable. The Petersons are always working to improve things. Thanks to Margaret, Amanda and Chad. See you next year!

I traveled to the north to Peterson’s Point Lodge in late August primarily to see fall colors. I had lots of questions prior to the trip. These were promptly answered. We were collected from Yellowknife Airport by Margaret Peterson who took us to our hotels. Next morning we were picked up and taken to the float plane base where we loaded our luggage. The trip out on to the tundra was enjoyable. From the air the colors were really great. At the lodge we were welcomed by Amanda, Chad and the guides. Cheryl our photo instructor outlined the trip schedule. This trip was well timed, well organized and the Peterson’s team went out of their way to look after us extremely well. As an older man who still loves adventure this was a wonderful trip.

Our stay here exceeded any and all expectations with amazing meals, great guides, and very adequate accommodation considering everything has to be flown in and out from the remote location! It is an experience I will always treasure! Thank you to Peterson's Point Lake Lodge staff. Just an amazing experience, and the colours were absolutely beautiful, plus the wild life was a bonus.

Guides took us in boats to a different part of the lake each day for a full day of hiking and photography in beautiful fall scenery. There was one guide for every two people so we could choose to walk or just sit, always accompanied by a guide with a gun for safety in bear country. We saw caribou every day, often quite close to the lodge, and also peregrine falcons. Those who wanted to fish could do that also. Our photography coach prepared a slide show of our best photos for our last evening. The cabins were roomy and comfortable, with lots of windows, cosy beds and great pillows. Located in the barrens near the treeline on a sandy esker, it was a treat to just sit on the deck and enjoy the view. Meals were home cooking at its best, including fresh and smoked fish. Wind and solar power minimized the use of the generator. Sauna and showers were also available. The price for a trip like this seems high, yet knowing the cost of flying every piece of building material and supplies in, plus a ratio of almost one staff for every guest, it is hard to believe that anyone is making money on this. It is truly a labour of love. This is a real family operation. Guides and guests ate together and sat around together in the evenings, sharing our stories and love of the barrens. Absolutely the joy of a lifetime to experience this beautiful and unique environment while being pampered.