Fly Fishing
At Ten Mile Lake Lodge, conservation-minded angling is at the heart of everything we do. Our lake supports a healthy, naturally reproducing population of wild Lake Trout — along with the occasional Brook Trout — and we are committed to protecting this remarkable fishery for generations to come.
We practice catch and release, fish single barbless hooks, and use artificial flies exclusively. Our resource is invaluable, and preserving the cold, clean water and thriving trout population is essential to both our present success and our future.
Located in a quiet bay sheltered from prevailing winds, there is always productive water close to the lodge — regardless of conditions.
The Season on Ten Mile Lake
Early Spring – Ice-Out Opportunities
Our season begins immediately following ice-out. Casting streamers along shorelines, rock piles, and woody debris produces excellent early-season Lake Trout action. As spring progresses and water temperatures gradually rise, baitfish begin their annual migration into the tributaries that feed Ten Mile Lake. Fishing near stream mouths during this period can provide opportunities to connect with some of the lake’s larger trout as they follow spawning suckers and Lake Shiners.
Late Spring – The Dry Fly Surprise
Dry flies for Lake Trout? Absolutely. As surface temperatures warm, Lake Trout and Brook Trout cruise calm bays and shorelines searching for opportunistic meals. Black fly larvae in feeder creeks, along with hatches of caddis, mayflies, and midges, bring fish high in the water column — and often to the surface. Few experiences compare to watching a Lake Trout rise to a dry fly in glassy water.
Summer – Structure & Depth
As spring gives way to summer, Lake Trout begin moving toward deeper shorelines, shoals, and main lake structure. This is when intermediate and sinking lines become essential tools. While trout seek cooler water during the summer months, Ten Mile Lake’s thermocline remains accessible enough that full sinking lines are rarely required to find success. Early mornings and evenings in July provide prime fishing windows. During the heat of the day, we often explore nearby streams and smaller waters for Brook Trout.
Fall – A Rewarding Window of Opportunity
September offers excellent opportunities before the trout season closes, with Lake Trout closing following Labour Day weekend. Our prime objective becomes pursuing Brook Trout in back country lakes. As the days grow shorter and the cooler temperatures become the norm, fall brook trout will feed aggressively prior to there fall spawning season.