One of the most significant aspects of being a better angler is knowing the waters on which you fish. Although it’s essential to become familiar with the various drop-offs, flats, and weed lines, there’s something to be said about the trivial knowledge surrounding a water body. Not only does it make you more familiar with the water, but it also fosters a new reverence for it. Our beloved Lake Athapapuskow has a storied history with a bevy of interesting factoids that will lead you to a newfound respect for this Manitoba gem. Today, Bakers Narrows Lodge will share a few things you didn’t know about Lake Athapapuskow to give you something to ponder before planning your trip.
An Enjoyable Adventure at Bakers Narrows Lodge
Bakers Narrows is ideally situated near several fly-out lakes. The pristine forest lends itself to a variety of outdoor activities beyond fishing. Whether you’re here for a wedding, corporate retreat, stag party, or reunion, you’ll quickly discover the integral role Lake Athapapuskow plays in creating a quintessential wilderness lodge experience.
A Few Interesting Facts About Lake Athapapuskow
Our centralized location is arguably the most appealing aspect of a vacation getaway at Bakers Narrows. You’ll know what we mean the minute you step on the property. Until then, here are some things to know about our home water.
- Lake Athapapuskow is made of three primary water bodies, “Big Athapap,” “Little Athapap,” and the “North Arm.”
- It is a glacial lake and part of the Hudson Bay drainage system, outflowing into the Goose River.
- The lake resides across two provinces, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
- A Precambrian boreal forest consisting of mostly black and white spruce, jack pine, and trembling aspen surrounds this legendary body of water.
- It has held three world record fish, including a lake trout weighing just over 62 pounds.
- It was such a remote waterbody that the Geological Survey of Canada didn’t fully map it until 1914, despite being inhabited by First Nations people for at least 7,000 years.
- The name was officially recognized in 1948 and is believed to mean “rock-on-both-sides lake” in Swampy Cree.
- Lake Athapapuskow has nearly 600 islands.
- Various fish species include lake trout, burbot, splake, rainbow trout, pike, yellow perch, walleye, and smallmouth bass, just to name a few.
- It has been an important transportation route since the discovery of iron ore in Flin Flon and was a critical link for moving ore from Mandy Mine to The Pas for smelting.
Discover Bakers Narrows Lodge in Flin Flon, Manitoba
Now that you’ve absorbed some knowledge, we invite you to browse our site and discover what makes Bakers Narrows Lodge much more than a fishing camp on Lake Athapapuskow. Bakers Narrows can serve various lodging needs, from family retreats to group meetings and weddings. Our adventure tours offer unforgettable experiences, and our specials and packages are second to none! To find out more, please visit us online or call 866-603-6390 today!