World class lake trout fishing is the main reason many of our guests visit Elk Island Lodge on God's Lake.  How would you like to fish where lake trout over 30 inches are plentiful and the opportunity to catch and release a specimen over 30 pounds is not just a dream?  Look at this video of a huge lake trout expertly handled by a youngster while fishing at Elk Island Lodge.

From Elk Island Lodge your guide will get you to lake trout habitat no matter what the season or weather conditions.  These beautiful fish congregate at variable depths near underwater structures that change with light conditions, time of the year and weather action... and our experienced guides know where these cold water lake trout live!

Top months for Lake Trout are early June, July and September. Average size of Lake Trout range from 6 - 8 pounds,
9 - 12 pounds are common.
Most recent record tipped the scales at 52 pounds.

  Spring fishing on God's Lake:  Light lines, flashy small spoons and minnow-mimicking lures will catch the shallow and top water lake trout.  They are hungry and ready for action in the first few weeks after ice out.

  Summer fishing on God's Lake:  Your guide will usually suggest trolling with deep divers or jigging over the hot spots where warm weather lake trout hang out.  Bringing up one of these big lakers from deep water is a real thrill!

  Fall fishing on God's Lake:  As the water cools back into the 50 degree range lake trout will be found near reefs and points where casting or trolling just about any kind of lure will be productive.  The lake trout are hungry and brilliantly colored during the fall fishing phase.
                                           Look at the video