Comfortable lakeside cabins and suites, fine dining and courteous service on a secluded island easily accessible via the Algoma Central Railway or float plane. Our resort is on Lake Wabatongushi in a 3,000 square mile Wildlife Sanctuary. Sightings of wildlife such as moose, black bear, loons and bald eagles, are numerous. The only hunting allowed since 1925 is with a camera. Excellent fishing for walleye and northern pike. Also canoeing, kayaking, hiking and swimming.
Our first time to this resort. They all say they're "the best", but this resort REALLY IS. We were extremely impressed with the Service, Facilities, Food and Hospitality. This is an extremely well run outfit. If you go with a full American Plan stay, the food you're served was incredible. They give you so much, we started asking for half orders. NY Strip Steak, Prime Rib, BBQ Ribs, Orange Glazed Cornish Game Hens, Pork Loin medallions of tenderloin, Pork cordon-bleu, Chicken breasts stuffed with seafood, etc. Home made pies, cakes, cookies, buns and breads. Breakfast was different every day.... waffles, pancakes, eggs benedict, omlets, etc. Lunch is either boxed ( in cooler) with sandwiches, fruit, cookies, vegetables with dipping sauce or shore lunch of freshly caught walleye, whitefish or pike. We went for Walleye and the average size was 15-18" and they were "fat" too. Prefered bait seemed to be Minnows, but if they were on the feed, they'd hit leeches too. We noted when the water temp was 63, they seemed to be more active and all our fish were taken in 4 ft to 10 ft of water & close to rocky shorelines and around points. They have so many rocky islands, coves and reed / weed beds, this is a fisherman's dream. This section of the lake isn't deep...... most areas are 10-20 ft with sandy/rocky bottoms. Towards the southern end ( the narrows) they have some spots that go down to 40 ft. We had Cabin #2. See photos. The outside didn't look impressive, but the inside was spacious and very comfortable. BEDS were SO COMFORTABLE it was like being at home. THE TOILETS WORK too. They have their own septic system. Good showers and plenty of hot water too. Wish they had more electrical outlets though. One on bottom of the "gas" stove ( I know it sounds strange) one in each bedroom. None in the bathroom, living room or kitchen. The Bathroom does have an electric light, but the rest of the cabin runs off of gas lamps. Our cabin had a screened in sitting porch, an outdoor deck with seating and a BBQ. The Cabin also has an automatic insect control spray that goes off every 15 min. We had just a couple mosquitos inside the cabin during our JUNE 11-18 STAY. No See em's got a good feeding around our ankles and arms, but it was so unseasonably warm that week, that we couldn't keep covered up. Boats had great running 15 hp Merc motors, an electric trolling motor and fish finder....all of which operated flawlessly. Our 18ft cedar strip boats DIDN'T LEAK either. They provide and anchor but the greatest gizmo is their "T" bar. It's a long metal bar topped by a wooden handle which is slid into a metal bracket bolted mid boat next to the center long wooden seat. This bar aids your balance when getting into or out of the boat from the dock. It's amazing how helpful it was all week long, especially for women or those "over 55" crowd. When not used with the "T", we put our net into the bracket. Fit like a glove. Nets are rubber with NO HOLES. Bait is available for purchase.....minnows, leeches or nightcrawlers. The dockhands are always there when you come in to help tie you up, get you gas or fresh bait. We never waited. The Main Lodge is spectacular inside. Fresh, open, inviting and comfortable. Service was outstanding. Breakfast is served at 8am...........and by 9, your cabin has been cleaned. They actually scrub the bathroom floor and showers with disinfectant. Shore lunch is at Noon on an island close to the lodge and Dinner is at 6pm. Al, Doris ( the owners) and Vern, Larry Lori, Julia and Mandy really took care of us and made us feel as if we were family. They really cared if you had a good experience. The American plan with a Fly In from Hawk Junction is a bit expensive, but after you compare this Lodge with others, you'll gladly spend the extra $$$ to come back. We will re-book for the 2012 season. They also have Housekeeping only or Housekeeping with Dinner only packages and you can get there by train from the Sault Ste Marie, Ont or Hawk Junction, Ont. We saw Bear, Moose, mature Bald Eagles, Loons, mink and during our week, a hatch of the Dragonflies by the thousands. What a sight and I guess that signals the end of black flies as they go after and eat them. Fabulous experience and one we'll never forget.
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Date of stay: June 2011
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What a great place for a vacation,It's been 35 years since I have been here.What an amazeing place.My son and I came up for the week to do some serious fishing.We caught over 180 fish for the week.Largest pike was 34",largest walleye was 24".Al and Dorris made us feel like family.The log cabin we were in was very nice, overlooking the lake.(what a view).The main lodge was incredible, built by Al himself as well as all the cabins.You can tell Al and Dorris have put their heart and soul into this place.During our stay we had the pleasure of seeing 3 moose and 2 bears as well as eagles and loons.The staff were very friendly and always there for you when you pulled up to the service dock.Whether you needed gas or bait they were there waiting.I am sure my son will remember this place as I have with my dad.We are planning to come back next year.Can't wait.
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Date of stay: June 2014
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We visited Errington's for one night only, as part of the Agawa Canyon Train Tour package. We only wish that we could have stayed for longer.
When our train dropped us off, we were greeted by Al the owner and taken via pontoon boat across Lake Wabatongushi to the resort island. As the train was late, we were shown our suites (in a lodge next to the main building, rather than the cabins in which people stay when they visit Errington's for longer periods) and quickly freshened up before dinner.
The main lodge was very impressive, built by Al himself, and pretty much a work of art, I reckon. We were warmly welcomed and sat down to an excellent dinner: salad with luscious homegrown tomatoes, followed by perfectly cooked New York striploin steak with jacket potato and veg. Since it was growing darker earlier by this late in the season (we were the last guests before the resort closed for the winter), we were taken out on our evening pontoon boat trip before dessert.
Unfortunately, despite Vern the boatman's best efforts, we didn't manage to see any wildlife on that particular occasion. Still, the boat ride was enjoyable in itself. Upon our return, we were served a particularly delicious apple pie (made by the talented Vern himself!) and tea or coffee.
Our suite was relatively small, but much better than I'd expected for a stay out in the wilderness. It was certainly very cosy and comfortable, and we had a good night's sleep - that is, until we deliberately woke up at 5am and went outside to see if we could see the Northern Lights. Apparently, Vern had seen a good showing of them at around 5.30 on the morning of our arrival, but the moon was still very bright and it was also misty when we tried to see them, so we were unsuccessful. I'm told that they can sometimes be seen even during the summer, though. Ah well, at least that gives us a good excuse to return for another try! All the same, it was a lovely experience to stand outside with the peace and calm of the wilderness around us in the wee hours of the morning.
An excellent breakfast was served in the main lodge, before we were taken out once more for another pontoon boat ride. This time, we were luckier and saw a bald eagle and its nest.
Al, Doris and all of the staff at Errington's made even our very short stay a wonderful and very memorable one. They could not have been more helpful or kinder. It was also a joy to meet Nikita and shy Sable, their rescue dogs.
It was with sadness that we boarded the pontoon boat for our ride across the lake to catch the train back to Soo (with a packed lunchbox provided to sustain us on the journey). We hope to return and stay for longer next time in one of the cabins.
If you love Nature and good, friendly people, then I think you'll feel right at home at Errington's.
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Date of stay: September 2011
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My wife and I just got back from a great week long vacation. We started it the best way possible.. with a trip on the Agawa Canyon Tour Train followed by an overnight stay at Errington's. When we decided to do this, we weren't really sure what to expect. We read over the website's information and thought it sounded good,,, but after our short stay, we found we were wrong... IT WAS GREAT!
My wife gave Errington's a call to make the reservation. She spoke to Doris Errington and she was more than helpful. She suggested places to stay in The Soo the night before our trip and also suggested things to do. She was a big help and made sure everything was arranged and set up.
The train ride to Agawa Canyon was beautiful. We transferred to the passenger train and picked up others that were also on their way to Errington's. Everyone we spoke to on the train had been up to Errington's many times in the past and had nothing but great things to say about about the resort and especially about the Errington family.
As our short visit confirmed, the Wilderness Resort was outstanding.... the food was exceptional , the scenery calming and the nature/wildlife viewing was very nice.
The one thing that will stand out the most for us is the character of the Errington family. We were only on the island for less than a day, but in that short time we could see a deep love of nature and people from each one of them. oh... and the staff at Errington's was great as well.
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Date of stay: August 2012
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My daughter and I have stayed at the Errington's for one fabulous week every summer for the past 7 years. It has become our special place just to relax and to get in touch with nature and with ourselves.
We are nature lovers and enjoy taking the canoe out for long trips on the lake with its various bays and passages just to look at the wildlife. We always enjoy watching the loons and the moose (our favourites). Each summer we see eagles, beavers and bears as well. The birds are also spectacular, especially in the spring and early summer. On some of our trips we have seen the northern lights. The night sky is really fantastic as there are no city lights anywhere nearby to obscure the view.
When we stay at the Errington's, we rent a cabin and enjoy doing our own cooking (mostly we barbecue). The cabin is very comfortable and has a stove and oven, a fridge, a wood-burning fireplace, cozy bedrooms and a nice size dining area. The main lodge serves very good food if you decide to buy a meal plan.
What makes this place very special for us are the Errington's themselves and their staff. Everyone is so friendly and warm and willing to help make our stay as enjoyable as possible. Al and Doris are very lovely, genuine people who are always willing to take the time to provide us with the latest news about where we should paddle to see wildlife or to share other interesting information.
In short, this is a wonderful place if you want to get far away from the city and feel close to nature but still have a very comfortable place to stay with warm and friendly people as your hosts! My daughter and I will continue to make yearly treks to the Errington's as long as we are able to!
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Date of stay: June 2006
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Errington's Wilderness Island is a sheer delight --- from the rare beauty of Lake Wabatongushi to the warmth of the family and staff. All who travel here will experience the joy of great fishing, the wonder of Mother Earth, and the peace and serenity of nature. Best wishes and many thanks to the Errington family for a GREAT vacation... Like a long-lost cousin, I will return someday with more "relatives" in tow. Best wishes - Kris and the Ladies of Cabin 6.
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Date of stay: August 2010
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My wife and grown son and I just got back from a 5 night stay at Errington's. We have stayed in many wilderness cabins/resorts over the last 40 years and all agreed that this is the first one we've found that we would like to pay a return visit. Service is a word most businesses throw around lightly. At Errington's you actually feel like you are getting first rate service and attention. But that's not the best part. The cabins are terrific. We had a fireplace, screened in porch, deck, private dock, and three chairs on the dock for evening relaxation - and wathcing our son catch a 24 inch northern off the end of the dock! On our last day four loons came within 15 yards of us and spent the next thirty minutes swimming around us searching for food. We saw countless bald eagles and a few black bears. It was a great vacation and we are looking forward to returning.
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Date of stay: July 2009
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On July 31, 2008 my wife and I began a very enjoyable three night stay at Errington's Wilderness Island Resort.As we drove north along the shores of Lake Superior we were once again in awe of the sheer beauty of the coastline, which prepared usfor the undisturbed scenery of Wabatongushi Lake.
Upon arrival at the lodge we were promptly greeted by owner Doris Errington and her friendly dock staff. Our gear was placed in a very comfortable 20 foot cedar strip boat and we were driven to our log cabin. Our two bedroom cabin was equipped with very comfortable beds and hot water on demand for the shower, bathroom and kitchen. We packed our own food and ate breakfast and supper in the cabi, while spending lunch somewhere on the lake.The resort is located on an island, which is part of a large quiet lake and at night we slept soundly until 9 am each morning.
Once we began to fish we realized that the fish finder in the boat was very important to our success for catching fish as it would indicate where the deeper holes that held fish were located.It didn't realyy matter what time of the day we fished as we had good luck throughout.
Al and Doris Errington provided us with directional information as to where we could see moose, bear, eagle's nests, etc, which added to our anticipation of seeing new sites while boating on the lake.
In conclusion, our stay at Errington's Wilderness Island Resort was first rate and Al and Doris are tremndous hosts that take good care of their customers.
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Date of stay: July 2008
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We booked this vacaction for our 12 year old grandson. He wanted to ride a train and to go fishing in Canada. Sounded like a good solution for his trip. I don't fish but hoped there was something I could do. Wow, more than we could have hoped for! The people were wonderful, the food was great (too much of it sometimes), the accomodations neat, clean attractive, fishing was good and fun (I understand) but the surprise was the wildlife. I intended to read a lot but became so in awe of the loons, ducks, eagles and so on, that I sat on the porch and watched their antics. We did see bears but gratefully, not on our island. Don't miss shore lunches. The first time ever I wasn't ready to come home from a vacation. You have never heard that from this Texan. Thanks for a great vacation. Beth Wells
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Date of stay: July 2007
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Four old friends spent 4 nights and 3 days of fishing at Errington's. The fishing for pickerel (walleye) and pike was excellent...during the stay we caught and released approx. 80 fish. The largest pickerel was 20 1/2" with many in the 16 - 18" range. Largest pike was 28", with a number just slightly smaller. The boats supplied were large cedar-strip, powered by newer 15 hp 4 stroke Mercs with electric trolling motors and hummingbird fish finders. As we were out fishing all day we were able to see abundant wildlife (2 bears, bald eagles, hawks, loons, ducks, blue heron, beavers) and songbirds were evident all the time (hermit thrushes in particular are unforgettable). We stayed on the full American plan. The quality of the 4 dinners served (steak, ribs, seafood stuffed chicken and prime rib) was very, very good, certainly much better than the remote location would suggest to those who have never experienced a wilderness lodge (and there was more than enough, you don't go hungry!). We opted to have shore lunches 2 of 3 times. These consisted of fish caught by guests or supplied by the lodge. Lodge-supplied shore lunches were pickerel or whitefish, very tasty and ore than enough. The lunch was prepared on-site accompanied by corn bread and large-cut chips cooked over an open fire (delicious... although some people might not like deep fried food, but that's what a shore lunch is all about). Our cabin (#2) was comfortable and clean but basic. Two bedrooms with 2 single beds in each (the lodge will supply an extra cot in each room for parties of 5 or 6), kitchen, living room with 2 chairs and couch and bathroom (3 pce). During our stay the weather was hot and the cabin quickly became quite warm, but the evenings were cool and the cabin was comfortable for sleeping. There was also a fair-sized open deck that we used in the evening (few mosquitoes) and smaller screened porch that would be handy if more bugs are present. The lodge and eating facilities were as they should be for a true northern experience...log construction, trophy-sized mounted fish, large stone fireplace and comfortable eating area. Al, Doris and their staff were all excellent, very attentive and friendly. All-in-all a highly recommended vacation for those wanting to experience a true northern Ontario experience. Access to Errington's is via float plane or train from Hawk Junction (1.5 hours by train, 20 min. by plane).
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Date of stay: July 2012
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Hello Gil,
Yes, all of our cabins and suites have electricity. We are way, way off grid so we generate our own electricity and electricity is provided 24 hours per day. If you have any other questions we would be happy to hear from you. Al & Doris Errington
Unfortunately not yet. We have made good progress with the federal government and CN Rail in getting the train running again but probably not for for this summer.
No Problem. You can either purchase an Agawa Canyon Combo train ticket if you are taking the train from Sault Ste Marie to us, or you can do the Agawa Canyon 1-day train tour the day before you take the train or float plane from Hawk Junction. The second option is recommended. It is much less expensive to take the train from Hawk Junction and you have the 3 hour drive along the Lake Superior Coast from Sault Ste Marie to Hawk Junction. The drive along the Lake Superior coast is considered one of the ten best drives in Canada. The train from Sault Ste Marie is over 7 hours. The savings of purchasing an Agawa 1 day train tour plus a return ticket from Hawk Junction should pay for a hotel room for an additional night in between.
Eagle River, Wisconsin, United States16 contributions8 helpful votes
"We have enjoyed the American Plan. The rooms are located next to the lodge with a large patio. This provides enjoyable viewing of the surrounding lake while enjoying a cocktail and discussion of the days fishing success."
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