Legendary Trophy Lake Trout • Grayling • Northern Pike
For more than 60 years, Plummer’s has delivered some of the finest freshwater fishing adventures in the world. Named Field & Stream’s #1 Fishing Destination in North America (2006), these lodges attract anglers from across the globe seeking giant lake trout, hard-fighting Arctic grayling, and aggressive northern pike.
Plummer’s operates four lodges across the Northwest Territories, each offering a unique wilderness experience: Great Bear Lake Lodge, Great Slave Lake Lodge, Trophy Lodge, and Arctic Circle Outpost.
Three lodges have their own private airstrips with a short flight from Yellowknife, while the Arctic Circle Outpost offers a self-guided remote fishing adventure.
With the short summer season running from late June to late August, space is limited. Early booking is essential.
Quick Facts - Plummer's
Four Lodges: Great Bear Lake, Great Slave Lake, Trophy Lodge, and Arctic Circle Outpost
Season: Late June to late August
Species: Trophy lake trout, Arctic grayling, and northern pike
Methods: Fly or spin fishing; Use of spinfishing outfits, single barbless hooks; Catch-and-release only except for fish for shore-lunch
Boats: 18 ft. Lund boats with 40-HP Motors
Arctic Circle Outpost: Plummer's only self-guided lodge - 16 to 18 ft. boats with 20-HP motors
Lodging: Private cabins or lodge rooms, Starlink Wi-Fi
Travel: Packages include round-trip floatplane flights between Yellowknife and the lodges.
On the edge of the tree line and hundreds of miles from the nearest community, Great Bear is the fourth-largest lake in North America and the largest lake entirely within Canada. Known for its vast, crystal-clear waters and untouched wilderness, the lake has produced numerous All-Tackle World Records for lake trout and Arctic grayling, along with dozens of line-class records. Only about 300 anglers fish its waters each year, making it one of the most exclusive freshwater fisheries in the world. Guests may also encounter breathtaking scenery, century-old teepees, and wildlife such as caribou, moose, grizzly bears, and muskox.
Daily Fly-outs: Plummer’s turbine Otters are stationed at the Lodge’s 5,600-foot airstrip, making this their only lodge to offer daily fly-outs (additional cost).
Great Bear Species: Trophy lake trout, Arctic grayling, and northern pike fishing.
Lake Trout Record: Plummer's official IGFA Lake Trout record for Great Bear Lake is 72 pounds. An unofficial world record of 78.85 pounds is pending.
Fishing Facts for Plummer's Four Main Lodges
(The following does not apply to Plummer's Arctic Circle DIY Lodge.) Guides: Plummer’s employs about 50 guides, ranging from rookies to 30 years of experience. All guides have current First Aid and Pleasure Craft Operator Cards. Methods: Single barbless hooks only; all fishing is catch-and-release except for fish retained for the shore lunch. Be ready for action on lightweight rods for grayling. Cast sinking tips with your 8-weight into gin-clear bays for 10- to 20-pound lake trout. Rip just about anything across the surface of the water for some vicious Northern pike. Boats: 18 ft. Lund boats with 40-HP Mercury four-stroke motors and GPS sonar move anglers from place to place. Fishing Equipment: Spin and bait casting rods and reels are available for you to use, with a $250 loss or breakage fee. Lures are not supplied. A detailed list of what to bring is in our confirmation packet. Fishing Licenses: are not included. A non-resident license is about $100 CND. Meals: Meals at the Lodges include hot breakfasts served at 7:30 a.m., daily shore lunches, and hearty dinners at 7:30 p.m. Alcohol: Alcohol is available at the Lodge for an additional fee. Great Slave Lake Lodge and Great Bear Lake Lodge have fully stocked bars.
Great Bear Lake Fishing
Plummer’s Great Bear Lake Lodge sits on the remote shoreline just north of the Arctic Circle, combining modern comfort with true wilderness seclusion. Private guest cabins feature attached bathrooms and round-the-clock electricity, while the main Lodge includes a Red Seal Chef—Canada’s standard for culinary excellence—a fully stocked bar, cozy fireplace, pool table, internet access, satellite phone, meeting facilities, and a tackle shop.
Guests can enjoy relaxing amenities such as wine-and-cheese night and onsite massage services after a day on the water. With exceptional service, outstanding dining, and access to legendary fisheries, Great Bear Lake Lodge delivers a once-in-a-lifetime angling adventure.
Great Bear Lake Lodge
Great Bear Lake Lodge accommodates up to 44 guests. The cabins accommodate up to eight guests and have a full bath, electric, oil, or wood heat, and 24-hour electricity. The main lodge features a tackle shop, a large dining room, a lounge with a pool table, a fireplace, a fully stocked bar, and an onsite masseuse. The Lodge has a satellite phone, free Wi-Fi, and meeting facilities with audio and visual presentation equipment. A Red Seal chef prepares your meals. 2026 Rate for Great Bear Lake Lodge: 2026 Season: June 27 - August 29.
7-nights and 6.5-days guided fishing $7,995.00 per person + 5% GST. Getting Here: For Great Bear Lake Lodge, you'll take a 90-minute charter flight from Yellowknife mid-morning, arriving at Great Bear's private 5,600 ft. airstrip. You'll then take a three-minute boat ride to the Lodge.
Great Slave Lake - Lake Trout
Great Slave Lake Species: You don't have to travel far for trophy lakers up to 60 pounds, Arctic grayling, and northern pike. Trophy lake trout are caught regularly within view of the Lodge.
Great Slave Lake
Plummer’s Great Slave Lake Lodge sits on the secluded East Arm of Great Slave Lake, the deepest lake in North America and the tenth largest in the world. Surrounded by pristine boreal forest and sheer granite cliffs, the East Arm is famous for its crystal-clear waters, dramatic scenery, and virtually untouched fisheries. The Lodge is accessible only by air, offering guests a true wilderness escape while still providing modern comfort and service.
Great Slave Lake - Boats
Great Slave Lake Lodge is Plummer's only lodge that offers three and four-day trips and an eight-day package.
Great Slave Lake Dining Room
2026 Rates for Great Slave Lake + 5% GST: June 22 - August 29, 2026:
4-nights and 4-days guided fishing $4,095.00 per person 8-nights and 8-days guided fishing $7,195.00 per person Getting Here: For Great Slave Lake Lodge, you'll take a 30-minute charter flight from Yellowknife at about 6:30 a.m. You’ll have breakfast at the Lodge and enjoy a full day of fishing.
Trophy Lodge on Great Bear Lake
Trophy Lodge is located in Ford Bay on the Smith Arm of Great Bear Lake, one of the most productive trophy trout waters in the world. This remote corner of the lake consistently produces some of the largest lake trout anywhere, along with exceptional northern pike and trophy Arctic grayling fishing. The combination of Ford Bay’s structure, cold clear waters, and limited angling pressure makes it one of the most reliable places to pursue record-class fish.
Pool Table Room at Trophy Lodge
Trophy Lodge accommodates up to 22 guests in a comfortable hotel-style layout. The Lodge features a gourmet chef, Wi-Fi, round-the-clock electricity, meeting and conference rooms, and leisure amenities such as a pool table. Guests enjoy hearty meals and modern comforts after long days on the water, making Trophy Lodge an ideal balance of wilderness seclusion and high-quality service. 2026 Rate for Trophy Lodge: June 28 to August 2, 2026: 7-nights and 6.5-days guided fishing $7,995.00 per person Getting Here: For Trophy Lodge, you'll depart from Yellowknife on a Sunday morning and take a 90-minute direct flight to Trophy Lodge, landing on the Lodge's private airstrip.
Trophy Lodge Lake Trout
Trophy Lodge Alumarine Boats
Arctic Circle Outpost Lodge
Arctic Circle Outpost Lodge is Plummer's only lodge that does not have its own private airstrip. Unguided fishing only at this lodge.
Species: Trophy lake trout, Arctic grayling, and northern pike.
• A very private Do-It-Yourself trip • Use of 16 to 18 ft. boats, 20-HP outboard motors, and fish finders • Starlink Wi-Fi at the Lodge
• Breakfast and supper served every day • Shore lunch provisions or bag lunches • Packages are available for groups of 4 to 12 only. No odd numbers.
Boats at Arctic Circle Outpost
Arctic Circle Outpost Lodge June 27 - August 15, 2026: 2026 Rate for Arctic Circle Lodge: 7-nights and 6.5-days self-guided fishing $6,195.00 per person, plus 5% GST. Getting Here: To reach the Arctic Circle Outpost, you’ll first fly into Great Bear Lake Lodge, about a 90-minute charter flight from Yellowknife. After lunch at the Lodge, you’ll continue with a 40-minute floatplane transfer to Arctic Circle Lodge.
At the end of your stay, on Friday evening, you’ll return by floatplane to Great Bear Lake Lodge and overnight there. The next morning, a three-minute boat ride will take you to the Lodge’s private airstrip, where you’ll board your charter flight back to Yellowknife.
Fishing at Great Bear Lake
Getting to the Lodges:
Your group must arrive in Yellowknife one day prior to the beginning of their Lodge stay, to make the early morning air transfer to your selected Lodge. Plummer's Lodges all have their own private airstrip except for Arctic Circle Lodge. 1.) For the trip start, you'll fly to Yellowknife and spend one night in a hotel, which is not included in the package. 2.) The next morning, a shuttle will take you from the hotel to the charter terminal for your flight to the Lodge. The package does not include the first and last hotel nights and meals in Yellowknife. Our confirmation packet includes hotel recommendations. Departure Day - On your departure day, you’ll arrive in Yellowknife around mid-morning (from Great Slave Lake) or early afternoon (from Great Bear Lake), so connecting flights can be booked accordingly.
2026 USD Rates Do not include 5% GST.
For Plummers, even-numbered bookings are preferred for 2, 4, 6, or 8 anglers, and odd-numbered bookings will be reviewed upon request.
Great Bear Lake Lodge June 27 to August 29, 2026:
7-nights and 6.5-days guided fishing $7,995.00 per person
Great Slave Lake Lodge
June 23 - August 29, 2026: 4-nights and 4-days guided fishing $4,095.00 per person
8-nights and 8-days guided fishing $7,195.00 per person
Trophy Lodge June 28 - August 2, 2026: 7-nights and 6.5-days guided fishing
$7,995.00 per person
Arctic Circle Lodge July 27 - August 15, 2026: 7-nights and 6.5-days self-guided fishing $6,195.00 per person
• Airfare from Yellowknife to and from the Lodge • Accommodations at the Lodge • All meals at the Lodge • Daily housekeeping • Wi-Fi access • Guided fishing (Arctic Circle is Unguided) • Use of spin and baitcasting outfits
The Packages Do Not Include:
• Airfare to and from Yellowknife • Hotel nights in Yellowknife • Ground transfers and meals in Yellowknife • Canadian fishing license • Flies and Lures • Alcohol and liquor • Soft drinks • Gratuities to guides and staff • Onsite purchases • 5% GST on total package • Global Rescue coverage • Travel insurance • Anything not listed under inclusions.
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Plummer's Arctic Lodges Policies: Deposit, Cancellation, and Refund Policy: Plummer’s requires an $800.00 deposit per person to confirm a reservation. The Final balance is due by April 1, 2026 (for 2026 trips). Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferrable to a subsequent year
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