We operate a remote, wilderness, float plane access retreat, set in a World Heritage Site, kitty corner to Jasper and Banff National Parks, where we cast to trophy brook trout averaging 3 - 4 pounds. The lake record is just under 12. That's a mouthful and then some, and the entire experience certainly is apt to make a lasting impression on you. We are the only facility on the lake and the only guides permitted to operate in this provincial park.

Your introduction to Fortress is a 45 minute flight over the Canadian Rockies, near the Columbia Icefield. This region is the genesis to the major rivers of North America, shedding water to the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans. We fly past countless glaciers, rivers, and lakes, as we fly over a hundred miles of rugged mountain wilderness.

There are a few locations in North America where 4 pound trout are common. Most brook trout locations you read about are set in the muskeg and biting insect infested Labrador or Newfoundland waters that can ruin your vacation experience. At Fortress Lake we see very few mosquitoes and black flies. Our location is set on a gravel floodplain and water temperatures are regulated by glaciers surrounding the lake. It's those glaciers that give Fortress its stunning coloration and protection - the valley is dominated by towering mountains over 1 mile above the lake's elevation.

While at Fortress Lake, you will enjoy very comfortable, private accommodations. We have 6 guest cabins - each cabin has one queen and one single bed. Our beds are comfortable and are dressed with down duvets and new linens. The cabins are bright with a clean pine finish and have windows with views of the surrounding peaks.

Fishing for large brookies at Fortress is done both wade fishing from shore and from our boat fleet. Our boats are for guests to use to shuttle to key points of the lake to either drop anchor and cast, or anchor and wade. Streamer fishing and nymphing are equally effective, with sporadic dry fly opportunities. The lake offers good fishing from ice out in late May through late October. There are subtle fishing differences and opportunities throughout the year but good fishing for trophy brookies is always available.

For more information on Fortress Lake, please visit our main Fortress Lake website.

Fly Fish Alberta & Fortress Lake Retreat are proud to be Orvis Endorsed Expeditions, and in working relationship with Frontiers Travel. Orvis & Frontiers represent a high quality of service and an exceptional fly fishing experience, our goal on every trip.