danc Posted August 24, 2012 Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 About 10 years ago a friend flew me into a lake that left a huge impact on me. Not only was the fishing great, but the lake itself was a gem. Quite frankly, it was the most beautiful lake that I've ever seen. Turquoise blue green water made it seem like you were fishing in Hawaii. You could easily see bottom down 50 feet. In fact my buddy flew another friend into this lake a few years back and the depth finder was reading 45 feet. The friend informed him that his depth finder was not working. It's not 45 feet here. But indeed it was. Somehow this crystal clear water made 50 feet look like 20. It's been on my bucket list to get back there ever since. Last weekend I got to cross that return adventure off of my list. A short 8 mile ride from our camp site to the lake with another buddy flying solo off of our wing. Our approach gave me this awesome view of paradise. Heading out fishing. The green water in this shot is probably 30 to 40 feet deep. The trees at the far end are the length of the lake. Barely enough room to take off with the plane. My pilot buddies were concerned about getting off of the lake with the wind direction. All you have to do to catch fish here is drop any kind of lure to the bottom. Within a few minutes you'll have a Lake Trout on. Most fish are on the small side. 2 to 3 lbs. But occasionally you'll latch on to a cannibal. That's a fish that gets big enough to feed on it's own kind and can grow to monsterous proportions. Our biggest fish this trip was about 12 lbs. And I had a fish on that I couldn't budge off of the bottom before it spit my barbless hook. My last time here we caught a couple of mid to high teen weight fish. I love this lake so much that I just might put it back on my bucket list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickingfrog Posted August 24, 2012 Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 That is a very pretty lake. Nice fish too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted August 24, 2012 Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 Wow! Looks like heaven to me, Dan. Great pics too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Live2fish85 Posted August 24, 2012 Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 That really is a beautiful lake. The water looks amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted August 24, 2012 Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 Very reminding of my "laker lake" in Temagami with similar sea like colours! Thanks for the porn Dan ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted August 24, 2012 Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 It sure is a Gem Dan.Looks completely pristeen. Yer a lucky man my friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted August 24, 2012 Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 (edited) I had the same experience on that lake as a teen (might not be the same lake you are referring to but it looks one in the same). Me and two buddies visited the lake for the first time to hang out and have beers with a few girlfriends. When we arrived, we were shocked at the view right on the lake! Wow! We quickly got the swim trunks on and walked to the end of the dock. There was a diving board? I thought, what the hell? I asked her "why is there a diving board? It's like 6 FOW off the end of the dock?" She laughed. "Go ahead, pin dive and touch bottom". I obliged. I resurfaced defeated, lol. We later trolled through what was indeed, 22 FOW. Fishing was incredible, but snorkeling was a def. highlight of the trip Edited August 24, 2012 by manitoubass2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted August 24, 2012 Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 OMG Thats a great shot Dan. What a beautiful place. Yes,it looks like Hawaii. AMAZING Thats a JEWL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitespinnerbait Posted August 24, 2012 Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 Been there, done that !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jigger Posted August 24, 2012 Report Share Posted August 24, 2012 That may be one of the best release shots ive laid my eyes on! Awesome looking lake youve found Dan. Gem seems like a very fair word. Tres cool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spincast Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 That is one beaut lake and 1 beaut laker. Love the shot of the plane off the wing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 Simply awesome. Thank you very much for sharing your experience. I believe i'd have the same opinion were i to ever visit that lake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 I meant to add Dan,,,,,,,,,,,,That water looks like Mountain Dew,,,,,,,, Still cant get over the beauty of the water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danc Posted August 25, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 I meant to add Dan,,,,,,,,,,,,That water looks like Mountain Dew,,,,,,,, Still cant get over the beauty of the water. It's a rare gem for sure Brian. My pilot buddy has flown from coast to coast many times and he says that he's never seen a lake quite like this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattletrap2 Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 Gorgeous water Dan! I have always wanted to fish for trout in a lake, but this type of water makes it all the more special. I never even knew we had water in Ontario like that, especially so far North. I guess I always just thought most of the Northern lakes were more tanic coloured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TennesseeGuy Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 Thanks for sharing. You surely picked the right day to take pictures. Beauties. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rufus Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 Absolutely Gorgeous! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adempsey Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 Definitely a beautiful lake!! Thanks for sharing the photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishin' magician Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 Whats the name of the lake??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhousesoccer Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 (edited) Whats the name of the lake??? I was wondering how long it would take for someone to ask that question!!! I'm pretty sure it won't be answered! If you have a place like that, you generally keep it to yourself! None of this It sure does look magical though! Edited August 25, 2012 by vtbass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickingfrog Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 Lake X. Although the need for a float plane ride would preclude many from accessing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
limeyangler Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 I am speechless....looks like the Caribbean with pine trees! Stunning setting to catch fish.....thanks for sharing Dan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAW Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 Very nice indeed! Thanks for sharing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dontcryformejanhrdina Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 The last lake I fished had areas where you could literally only see 6 inches down. Gorgeous pictures, great release shot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leecher Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 Absolutely beautiful pristine waters I was sure you were going to post, oversize healthy speckle trout... but lakers will do Nice release shot Dan Thanks for sharing Jacques Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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