Lodge Eighty Eight is a remote fishing lodge on Esnagi Lake in Ontario’s Algoma region. It is a fit for anglers and groups looking for a wilderness setting with lodge comforts, while still having the practical choice of arriving by rail or floatplane.
The lodge operates from May through the end of September on 27-mile Esnagi Lake. Guests may travel in by train to the Swanson stop or arrange a floatplane trip from White River, depending on their package and preferred travel plan.
Published fishing opportunities include walleye, northern pike, perch, and whitefish on Esnagi Lake. A short portage to nearby Rock Lake provides access to spring brook trout fishing, while the lodge also identifies lake trout among its fishing opportunities.
Guests can choose an American Plan with meals in the dining room or a Deluxe Housekeeping Plan for self-prepared meals. Accommodation includes cabins and suites with hot and cold running water, while the property also has a main lodge, lounge areas, and wireless internet.
Fishing packages include a 16-foot Lund SSV boat with a Yamaha motor for each two or three anglers, plus safety equipment and gasoline. Confirm your access method, boat allocation, meal plan, current baggage rules, and guide availability before committing to travel dates.
Lodge Eighty Eight combines remote Esnagi Lake fishing with rail-in and floatplane-access options.
Guests can arrive by VIA Rail to the Swanson stop or fly from White River by floatplane. The best option depends on the trip length, schedule, and party preferences.
Confirm the current train schedule or flight day, meeting location, luggage allowance, and weather-contingency procedure directly with the lodge.
Esnagi Lake is promoted for walleye, northern pike, perch, and whitefish. The lodge also identifies nearby brook trout and lake trout opportunities.
Ask about seasonal fishing patterns, portage requirements, current regulations, and which species best fit your chosen travel dates.
The lodge publishes a 16-foot Lund SSV with a 20- or 25-horsepower Yamaha motor for each two or three anglers, along with safety equipment and gasoline.
Confirm the exact boat allocation, fish-finder availability, bait needs, and any equipment changes before booking.
The American Plan includes home-cooked meals in the dining room, while the Deluxe Housekeeping Plan is for guests who prefer to prepare their own meals.
Ask which cabins or suites suit your party size, then confirm kitchen equipment and the details of the selected meal plan.
