Camp de la Baie Smith
About
Smith Bay Camp is an exclusive, secluded wilderness retreat on the shores of Smith Bay, Lake Kipawa, near Laniel in Quebec's Témiscamingue region. The camp is accessible by boat only — a roughly 30-minute crossing from a secure mainland parking area — making it an intimate, peaceful destination far from the bustle of city life. Fishing is the star: Lake Kipawa, known for its bays, hidden coves and deep waters, holds walleye, northern pike, lake trout and smallmouth bass. The camp also offers a self-guided (unguided) moose hunt — calling, still-hunting and stand hunting — across vast, low-pressure territory. Lodging is in fully equipped cottages (housekeeping/European plan) with full kitchens, hot water and showers, propane BBQ, generator electricity and Wi-Fi in select areas; a boat is provided for every two adults, with motor and gasoline included. Guests can also explore the region by canoe or kayak and on hiking trails. Two cottages: 'The Lakeside Lodge' (2 twin-bed bedrooms plus an 8-bed bunk room, ideal for families or large groups) and 'The Wilderness Retreat' (1 twin-bed bedroom plus a 4-bunk bedroom, for total seclusion).
Packages
- ✓ Boat and motor
- ✓ 'License' (per the rates table; to confirm)
- ✓ Boat transfer from the secure parking area
- ✓ Fully equipped cottage (hot showers, full kitchen, lakefront views)
- ✓ Wi-Fi (in select areas)
- ✕ Taxes (QST 9.975%, GST 5%, lodging tax $3.50/night/cottage)
- ✕ Meals
$2,500/person + taxes, 6-night stay (Sun–Sat). Read 2026-06-21 from /en/packages/rates and the /en/activities/moose-hunting-in-quebec page. Included: boat & motor, and 'license' per the table (the rates page lists 'Boat & motor, license' under Includes; exact meaning of 'license' to confirm with the operator). Self-guided (unguided) hunt: calling, still-hunting and stand hunting. Seasons (dates vary annually): bow & crossbow (e.g. Sep 27–Oct 3 2026, sold out; Sep 26–Oct 2 2027) and rifle/bow/crossbow (e.g. Oct 11–17 or Oct 18–24 2026, sold out; Oct 10–16 or Oct 17–23 2027). Hunting deposit: $250/person (non-refundable once the booking is confirmed). Boat-access only (transfer included from the secure parking area near Laniel).
- ✓ A boat for every 2 adults, motor and gasoline included
- ✓ Fully equipped cottage (full kitchen: stove, oven, fridge, cookware, dishes, utensils, coffee maker, toaster)
- ✓ Full bathroom with hot water and shower
- ✓ Generator electricity and running water
- ✓ Propane BBQ and outdoor seating area
- ✓ Daily housekeeping service and fresh linens provided
- ✓ Dock and fish-cleaning area
- ✓ Wi-Fi (in select areas)
- ✓ Worms and ice
- ✓ Boat transfer from the secure mainland parking area
- ✕ Taxes (QST 9.975%, GST 5%, lodging tax $3.50/night/cottage)
- ✕ Fishing licence
- ✕ Meals
- ✕ Rods and tackle (optional add-on)
- ✕ Shore lunch kits (optional add-on)
- ✕ Additional taxi-boat trips to the landing ($100/trip)
$700/person + taxes, 6-night stay (Sun–Sat), minimum 4 paying adults. Housekeeping (European) plan — you cook your own meals. Read 2026-06-21 from /en/packages/rates (and /fr/forfaits/tarifs). Included: a boat for every 2 adults, motor and gasoline. Children under 14 free with paying adults; youth 14–18 at half the adult rate. Lake Kipawa species: walleye, northern pike, lake trout, smallmouth bass. Fishing deposit: $100/person (non-refundable once the booking is confirmed). Card/PayPal surcharge: 3%.
- ✓ A boat for every 2 adults, motor and gasoline included
- ✓ Fully equipped cottage
- ✓ Daily housekeeping service and fresh linens provided
- ✓ Dock and fish-cleaning area
- ✓ Worms and ice
- ✕ Taxes
- ✕ Fishing licence
- ✕ Meals
$160/person/night + taxes, based on availability. Housekeeping (European) plan. Read 2026-06-21 from /en/packages/rates. Same inclusions as the weekly package (boat for every 2 adults, motor, gas; equipped cottage; daily housekeeping). Children under 14 free; youth 14–18 at half rate ($80/night).
Prices are provided by the outfitter — check availability when booking.
Location & access
2050A chemin du Ski Laniel (47.1083, -79.0875)
Access : By road · By boat
Boat-access only. Guests park at a secure mainland parking area near Laniel (Témiscamingue), then reach the camp via an approximately 30-minute boat transfer across Lake Kipawa (transfer included). For privacy and operational reasons, the exact camp location is shared with confirmed guests only; detailed arrival instructions are provided after booking confirmation. Additional taxi-boat trips to the landing: $100/trip.
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