Tomahawk Lodge
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Tomahawk Lodge is situated between Red Lake and Upper Red Lake. Fish on your own or take a guided fishing trip from the lodge. Professional fishing guides are at the lodge to assist with lure choices, give advice and teach. A fish cleaning station is available to guests staying at the lodge. There is a swimming pool, playground and a recreation room. Boat rentals and free use of paddle boats and kayaks are at the resort. Cabins with private baths and showers round out the offerings at the lodge. Pets are not allowed.
Tomahawk Lodge
P.O. Box 177
Blackduck, MN 56630
218-835-4510
tomahawklodge.com
West Wind Resort
West Wind Resort is located on the Upper Red Lake in the community of Waskish. The resort is open year-round, and spring angling at the resort may yield walleye, northern pike, crappie and bluegill. A tackle and bait store is located at the resort, along with a staff offering advice and assistance. Guided fishing trips are offered out of the resort. Dock fishing, boat rentals and shore fishing are possible at West Wind. Pets are not allowed. Cabins and shared kitchen, living and dining areas round out the resort's offerings.
West Wind Resort
54719 Highway 72 NE
Waskish, MN 56685
218-647-8998
westwindwaskish.com
North Shore Bay Resort
North Shore Bay Resort is open year-round and offers spring fishing guided trips from the lodge. If you wish to go without a guide, the staff is available to offer assistance, suggestions and advice regarding the lake and what tackle is appropriate. Pets are allowed only during duck season at the lodge and cabins. There are six cabins at the resort, each with private bedrooms, bathrooms and showers, and small kitchenettes. Bring our own kitchen towels and bath towels. The resort has a large communal fire pit area, barbecues with charcoal provided, playground with swing set and a fish cleaning house.
North Shore Bay Resort
65747 County Road 174
Northome, MN 56661
218-897-5907
northshorebay.com
Article Written By Eric Cedric
A former Alaskan of 20 years, Eric Cedric now resides in California. He's published in "Outside" and "Backpacker" and has written a book on life in small-town Alaska, "North by Southeast." Cedric was a professional mountain guide and backcountry expedition leader for 18 years. He worked in Russia, Iceland, Greece, Turkey and Belize. Cedric attended Syracuse University and is a private pilot.
