Angling for a family fishing adventure? Here are five places where you can cast a line with the kids in tow.
1) Wilderness Bay Lodge, Ely, Minn. You’ll take a short boat ride to check in at this family-owned lodge on one of Snowbank Lake’s most pristine bays along the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. That’s just the beginning of the fun. Stay in a cozy cabin while making time to hike nearby trails, fish for lake trout, walleye, pike and bass. Head out on your own or learn from a local fishing guide.
Contact: wildernessbaylodge.com
2) The Lodge at Devil’s Thumb Ranch, Tabernash, Colo. Grab your gear and head for this Rocky Mountain getaway just 65 miles from Denver. Beginners and expert fly-fishing enthusiasts will welcome the resources available on this 5,000-acre ranch where rustic charm meets luxurious comfort. Expect a complete fly shop, guide services, instruction and access to private water in a stunning natural setting. When not practicing their casts, the junior set can stay engaged with active games, mountaineering and orienteering as well as learning about American Indian culture.
Contact: devilsthumbranch.com
3) Cheeca Lodge & Spa, Islamorada, Fla. This palm tree-filled tropical oasis offers an activity-rich getaway for every member of the family. The Florida Keys location provides anglers with access to more than 500 species of fish within minutes of the dock. In addition to saltwater fly-fishing and other angling options, the seaside resort offers family snorkeling trips, sea kayaking and golf. Camp Cheeca weaves information about the local wildlife and natural habitat into a fun-filled day for kids should parents choose to spend a chartered day at sea or the spa.
