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Cape Breton fishing for Salmon fly fishing and cottage accommodation.
Big Intervale Fishing Lodge
Cape Breton Fishing and Cottage Accomodation The Margaree River is one of the best-known Atlantic Salmon Fly Fishing rivers ! The Atlantic salmon is the most acrobatic of all game fish with long, powerful runs, which can quickly empty a reel. It is this reeling experience that you can look forward to at our lodge. We invite you to experience the majestic beauty of the waters and natural lures of the land. The Margaree River
Cape Breton Island is an extraordinarily beautiful place, and the Margaree River is one of its most scenic spots. In the lower stretches the Margaree River valley is wide and the river meanders slowly through meadows framed by the distant mountains, which comprise the Highlands. As you move up river the valley becomes narrower and the river tumbles between bans which are those same mountains, then the valley widens again in Big Intervale. The lodge is located in what James T.Gray in his Handbook to the Margaree called "the wildest part of the river". This is apt since it is common to see hawks, eagles, beavers, moose, etc.  Cape Breton Fishing Season
On the Margaree River the season extends from June 1st to October 31. Salmon may be angled for only by means of fly-fishing. Weighted flies are forbidden. Only fish of 63 centimeters (24.8 inches) or less in fork length may be retained. Larger fish must be released alive.
Brook Trout and Brown Trout are available in the Margaree River as well as in neighboring bodies of water. Season for trout is from April 15 to September 30. Licenses: 7-days general Fishing License $ 31.74
Season General Fishing License $ 57.45
1-day License $ 12.46 Salmon License $ 57.45
Salmon License season $ 140.99 Flies have to be barbless (June 1 to October 31) The "typical" salmon outfit on the Margaree is based on a one-hand rod of8 to 10 ft. class 7 to 9, or a two hand rod of 13 to 14 ft, class 9 to 11. Lines should be consistent to the class of the rod. Types of lines vary from floating, sink, sink-tip or intermediate, depending on the water level. A high quality reel with a smooth drag will save many fish, as will the capacity to hold ample backing (100 yards or more). If you come between June and September you should have a good selection of dry flies. Your fly box should also contain a good selection of standard and low water wet flies, some light and some dark in a good assortment of colors. We use flies such as Green Highlander, General Practitioner, Cosseboom, Black Bear, Muddler, Blue Charm, Big Intervale Blue, Bugs, Bomber, Wulffs and Marabou flies . And if you come in the fall, don't forget to bring some Micky fins. You will find a bright selection of locally tied flies, leaders, etc at our tackle shop as well as Licenses and we rent waders, rod and reels. Fishing Guides are not mandatory in Nova Scotia, but our experienced local fishing guides will improve your chances of catching fish and will save you much time in learning the River. We certainly can not promises you fish, but we can promise that we will do all we can to put you in the right place at the right time with the right fly.
Cape Breton Accommodation The Lodge lies at the end of the road, just below the rising Mountains of Cape Breton Highlands, from where the path leads into the forest and along the pristine Margaree River, breathtaking scenery.  Our Cape Breton Cottages are nestled under giant maples and you are surrounded with the majesty of the landscape and the soaring beauty of the eagle in flight. For your comfort each room provides two beds, private bath with shower and electric heat, coffee makers and SAT TV.
You are only moments away from the turbulences of the river and the catch of the day. And there is no better way to end your day, than to dine in our more casual Dining room and to enjoy delicious fresh seafood, fish and our tantalizing Swiss cuisine to which we are renown. And to finish of the evening we invite you to our cozy lounge. While sipping on a drink by the evening fire and exchanging the daily events, with your old and new found friends your will realize an other great day ends and you have found just the spot. So, after you visit our web site, come on site to enjoy our hospitality and fishing. May your angling bring you abundant catches on the Margarees. John Heppfer wrote : My dear Ruth and Hermann. Last night my life was changed forever. I caught and released my first salmon a 10 ponder at Ross Bridge Pool. So I must come up and stay with you next year. Thank you for the hospitality and wonderful meals. Jovan Djordjevic wrote : We cam to this river to catch an Atlantic salmon. We found friendship, nice atmosphere, and beautiful nature. We caught Salmons too, so we are looking forward to come again to swing our flies and feel a strong fish on the Line again. Jill & Mark from Switzerland wrote Excellent food, beautiful scenery, nice people; all you need to enjoy an unforgettable holiday. Concerning the fishing, 4 fish taken about 24 ponds for the biggest one, the best a man can get with his fishing pans on!!! Many tanks again, and we hope that we can come back next year.
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