Frequently Asked Questions
God’s Country! Nakina is located in Northern Ontario, accessible by automobile, train or chartered airplane.
Baggage weight limit is 120 pounds per person, which includes all food and beverages, overweight charges will apply and be strictly enforced.
If you and your party are overweight a Cessna charter would be required to bring in the access baggage. The cost would be dependent on how many miles away from Nakina your vacation is taking place. As an example, if your vacation was 30 miles from Nakina, you would be charged a total of 60 miles at the current mileage rate for the Cessna, as it is a return trip. At the current rates, this overweight charge could cost upwards of $375.
Boxes, suitcases, coolers or duffel bags are all great ways to pack, keep in mind they must be kept to a manageable size and not exceed 50 pounds each.
One piece rods are allowed, however it is much safer to bring rods that can be broken down to avoid any damages.
Fishing licenses should be purchased online and printed out for you to have on you during your vacation, there are physical sites you can attend to purchase these if you prefer and all information can be found below:
Accomodations:
Pennocks Tourist Service in Nakina has a motel for overnighters. They also have a small convenience store for last minute snacks.
Restaurant/Grocery:
Nakina does not have any of these amenities at this time. The last stop for groceries is in Geraldton at No Frills or Daneffs.
Liquor/Beer:
Nakina has a full service liquor/beer store in town, however hours of operation vary. If you are arriving late we can assist in picking up your refreshments for you ahead of time, just let us know!
We run 14 foot aluminum boats with 9.9 HP motors at the outpost locations.
Kagianagami Lodge runs 14 or 16 foot aluminum boats with 15 HP motors.
Boat seats are not supplied at outpost camps, however they are provided up at the Lodge on Kagianagami
Live bait can be used, however it needs to meet the requirements of the Ontario Fishing Regulations, link to regulations found here:
We do have minnows for sale at our base in Nakina, however we do suggest pre-ordering to make sure the supplier has enough available.
We drop in mid week to resupply the propane and motor gas as well as cut the grass and do any minor repairs as needed.
Rates are in Canadian Currency, we accept cash and e-transfers for payment.
If you prefer to use a MasterCard or VISA, we will gladly accept however do require an additional 5% service fee.
Deposits are $300 per person- there is no additional service fee for these payments. Deposits are non-refundable.
Groups with less than 4 members are subject to an additional $300 per person surcharge
Do you provide lifejackets?
No, you must bring your own approved PFD
Is ice available?
Cubed ice is available at the main base in Nakina.
Is there electricity in the cabins?
No there is not, however we do have solar power for lights.
There is electricity up at the Lodge, powered by generators.
Is there running water?
Each outpost has running water and a shower. The water is not potable as it is gravity fed from a holding tank. You must bring water with you or boil water from the lake.
The water at Kagianagami Lodge is safe to drink.
Is there internet/cell service?
No there is no cell service once you leave Nakina, and the only internet available is up at the Lodge.
Is there a fridge and stove?
Yes, each outpost cabin has a full propane stove with oven and a propane refrigerator with a small freezing compartment.
Each cabin at Kagianagami Lodge has a full sized fridge/freezer.
Do you supply generators?
No we do not, but you are welcome to bring your own, keeping in mind weight limits.
Do you supply bedding?
Bedding is provided at the Lodge ONLY, guests are still required to bring their own towels.
Outpost guests must bring all bedding and towels.
