Peterson's Point Lake Lodge

Ending our 2024 trip to Canada with the Arctic photography workshop at Peterson's Point Lake Lodge was an amazing adventure (starting with the seaplane journey into the Lodge). The owners and guides clearly love to share this uniquely beautiful part of the world. The accommodation was clean and comfortable. The food was plentiful and delicious, especially the freshly caught fish shore lunch. The activities were well planned and safely executed. Although the weather was a little wetter than expected it did not in any way limit our explorations of the area. The photography advice was spot on - we have a collection of beautiful photographic memories. Wish we lived closer so that we might visit more often. We recommend this Lodge to Canadians wanting to get to know their country better and international travelers who want a unique Canadian experience.

Great trip. Me and my son Matt went to Point Lake for the first time in early August 2024. The other 6 people in our group, had been multiple times. I had seen plenty of their "prior trip" photo's of trophy lake trout, but catching 20+ lb lake trout is something everyone should do. Facilities are amazing. Very clean, well maintained and modern. Daily home cooked meals, that were off the chart - good. Fishing guides were experienced and extremely easy to work with. Had a ton of fun and have booked return trip for 2025.

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.

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.

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.