Boating and Fishing

Fishing

Sioux Lookout is a what anglers dream about. Surrounded by stunning lakes, sheltered bays and sandy beaches, an exceptional fishing expedition is all but guaranteed. Visitors have plenty of campgrounds, cabins, full service lodges, and fly-in fishing experiences to choose from. You bring your passion for fishing, we'll handle the rest.

The Sioux Lookout Master Angler Program is non-profit initiative driven by volunteers. It focuses on conservation through a Catch and Live Release Program.

The Master Angler Program celebrates standout anglers each year, who participate in the Program by submitting numerous releases in each species category.

Learn more about the Sioux Lookout Master Angler Awards Program at the Sioux Lookout Tourism Information Centre and the Hudson Tourism Association.

Boat Launch Parking Permit Fees

Resident Fees: 
Day = $9.95 + HST
Weekly= $19.92 + HST
Seasonal= $49.78 + HST (Friday before the third Saturday in May through Thanksgiving Monday in October)

Non-Resident Fees: 
Day = $13.27 + HST
Weekly = $26.55 + HST
Seasonal = $66.37 + HST (Friday before the third Saturday in May through Thanksgiving Monday in October)

When purchasing a boat launch permit, please be sure to bring your Driver's license and vehicle information, including make, model, year, and license plate number, to be registered.

Permits will be available for purchase throughout the season at:

  • The Sioux Lookout Recreation Centre
  • The Sioux Lookout Municipal Office
  • Abram Lake Park
  • Anderson's Lodge
  • Frog Rapids Camp
  • Legacy Outposts Inc.
  • Moosehorn Lodge
  • Nutt's Country Cabins
  • Red Pine Lodge

Municipal boat Launches are maintained and operated by the Sioux Lookout Recreation and Culture Department. Whether you are fishing off the dock, launching a boat, or just parking, all Municipal Boat Launches require a parking permit.

Please note that there is no garbage collection at boat launches. 
Take your garbage with you for proper disposal to keep our waters clean and beautiful.

Enforcement begins on the Friday before the third Saturday in May and continues until Thanksgiving Monday in October each year. (weather permitting) 

Visit our map of all local boat launch locations. 

Boat Launch Locations

Tier 1

  • Deception Bay
  • West Point Cove
  • Boat Bay

Amenities at Teir 1 boat launches include:

  • Monthly grading
  • Additional docks
  • Dock lighting
  • Signage

Tier 2

  • Big Vermillion
  • Five Mile
  • Sturgeon River

Amenities at Tier 2 boat launches include:

  • Grading every two months
  • One dock
  • Dock lighting
  • Signage

Tier 3

  • Superior Junction
  • West Hudson
  • Butterfly Lake

Amenities at Tier 3 boat launches include:

  • Small dock
  • Grading as required
  • Signage