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Our
Beautiful Lake
Happy Day Lodge is the
only outfitter on Lake
Windermere. Click HERE
for map. This beautiful
lake, 20 miles long, is adjacent to the Chapleau Game
Preserve, which is the largest game preserve in the world!
There are hundreds of miles of shoreline and countless islands,
bays, and coves to explore.
The
unique thing about Lake Windermere is that two minutes
outside the Lodge, you're not likely to see another human being
for the rest of the day! In
addition to the outright beauty of our lake,
there is abundant wildlife to experience. Here is a short list of what a
day on Lake Windermere can offer...
Click HERE to see some of the wildlife photos we have taken.
Fish
There
are several species of trophy fish to catch. Included are Walleye,
Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Lake Trout, and White Fish.
Mammals
Keep your
eyes peeled when trolling around that next bend. There are Black Bear, Moose,
Mink, Red Fox, Lynx, Wolves, and Otters. In addition, the abundant Beaver will likely splash your
boat as a warning!
Birds
There
are countless species of birds to see ~ too many to outline here. But especially
romantic are the songs of the Loon and the soar of the Osprey and the Bald Eagle standing watch on their nests. If you're
lucky, you'll witness an Eagle or Osprey dive and carry away the very fish you hoped
to catch!
Shoreline
The hundreds
of miles mentioned does not represent a large bowl of water. It refers to
the endless bays, coves, and channels that make the shoreline of Lake Windermere
constantly new and interesting. There are waterfalls, beaver dams, inlets,
train trestles, and bays that keep your excursion a memorable one.
The Night
Sky
You'll
find yourself far north enough to experience a spectacular show of celestial
fireworks. The lack of city lights is enough to leave you awe struck with
the sheer number of stars in the sky. Not just stars, but meteor and even
the occasional satellite can be tracked across the sky. When conditions are
right, that blanket of stars serves as a background to the infamous Northern
Lights, which are both breathtaking and mesmerizing.
The Train
Happy
Day Lodge was originally an outfitter that was accessible by railroad or float
plane only - before logging in the area created a road. The northeast corner
of our lake is bordered by rail that offers a sentimental experience of bygone
days.
The People
When you're
on the lake, it is rare to come in contact with another person. But in the
fish cleaning house, or at the fire pit, or simply in passing... you'll be pleasantly
surprised at how cordial, friendly, and open the guests at Happy Day Lodge
truly are. There seems to be a common thread between everyone that simply
adds to the enjoyment of your trip!
Lake to
Lake Family Canoeing
The Chain
of Lakes - Windermere, Kathleen, Goldie, and Delmage (1-5 days)
Start: Lake Windermere at the southern boundary of the Chapleau Crown Game
Preserve. It is a remote recreation area most noted for scenic lake to lake
canoeing. Good wildlife viewing, excellent fishing, remote sand beaches, short
portages and Island campsites, is all part of this canoeing experience.
ATV Enthusiasts
You will
find trails, which were designed with you in mind, awaiting to be explored
by you. All along our network of trails you will find an experience of a lifetime
while you are touring the Boreal Forest, which is in the largest game preserve
in the world. For spectacular and breathtaking experiences come up in the
fall and experience colors like no where else.
Happy
Day Lodge
Open 2nd week of May through mid
October
Season Address:
P.O. Box 1259 Chapleau, Ontario, Canada POM 1K0 705.864.0113
Winter Address: 3903 Co. Rd. 5-1, Delta, Ohio 43515 419.822.0110
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