Experience the ultimate wilderness fishing adventure at Aylmer Lake, Northwest Territories, Canada—a premier destination for anglers seeking untouched waters and trophy-sized catches. Nestled in the remote barren-lands just south of the Arctic Circle, this pristine fishery boasts zero commercial fishing pressure and crystal-clear waters where you can watch lake trout pursue lures. The lake is renowned for its abundant populations of lake trout averaging 15–25 pounds, with giants exceeding 40 pounds and a lodge record of 58 pounds. Arctic grayling also thrive in its freestone rivers, striking dry flies with explosive action.
Accessible only by floatplane from Yellowknife, Aylmer Lake Lodge offers exclusive access to over 1,700 square miles of water—ensuring solitude amid breathtaking tundra landscapes. Anglers primarily troll or jig for lake trout using spoons and spinners, though fly-fishing opportunities abound in the cold, nutrient-rich depths. Beyond fishing, the area teems with Arctic wildlife including migrating caribou, muskox, grizzly bears, and wolves. With no light pollution, guests also witness the aurora borealis dancing across night skies. This unparalleled combination of trophy fishing, seclusion, and raw natural beauty makes Aylmer Lake an angler’s paradise.