Pakashkan Lake in Thunder Bay District, Ontario
Pakashkan Lake in Thunder Bay District, Ontario
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Pakashkan Lake in Thunder Bay District, Ontario
This lake has 8 Layers or 15 Layers for HD Version
Pakashkan Lake is a sprawling 13,141-acre wilderness lake in Northwestern Ontario's Thunder Bay District, featuring three distinct basins reaching a maximum depth of 70 feet with approximately 60 miles of rugged shoreline and crystal-clear waters that attract anglers seeking trophy fish. This remote destination is renowned for producing exceptional Northern Pike in the 20-to-30-pound class and impressive Walleye in the 10-to-14-pound class each season, with individual fish reaching 33 inches documented in the lake's waters. The lake supports healthy populations of Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch, and various panfish species thriving in diverse habitat including rocky reefs, cabbage weed beds, shallow bays where rivers enter, and deep basins that create ideal structure for year-round fishing success. Part of the Grew-Weaver Canoe Route with miles of connecting streams to other remote lakes, Pakashkan offers exceptional opportunities for canoe exploration, wildlife viewing including bald eagles, loons, ospreys, moose, and black bears, plus excellent fishing from ice-out through fall. With Pakashkan Lake Lodge providing the only wilderness resort service for many miles and anglers enjoying this entire region mostly to themselves, the lake is perfect for fishing, boating, kayaking, canoeing, and authentic Canadian wilderness experiences, though visitors should bring detailed maps to navigate the unmarked reefs and rocky structures safely
Located near the tiny community of Graham in Thunder Bay District, accessible via Trans-Canada Highway 17, Pakashkan Lake sits in the heart of rugged Northwestern Ontario's vast boreal forest approximately 45-50 miles via dirt logging roads from the nearest services. This remote location ensures minimal fishing pressure and an authentic wilderness experience where anglers regularly have entire sections of the three-lobed lake to themselves, with the eastern lobe being particularly productive around small islands and protected bays. The surrounding region provides gateway access to 150,000 lakes and rivers throughout Northwestern Ontario, making it an ideal base camp for adventurous anglers and outdoor enthusiasts. Thunder Bay, the nearest major city located on the northwest shoreline of the world's largest freshwater lake, offers exceptional attractions when planning your trip including Fort William Historical Park (North America's largest living history attraction recreating the fur trade from 200 years ago), the iconic Terry Fox Monument and Visitor Centre with panoramic views of Lake Superior and the Sleeping Giant, and Kakabeka Falls known as the Niagara of the North plunging 130 feet. Visitors can explore Sleeping Giant Provincial Park with spectacular hiking trails and Lake Superior coastline, Thunder Bay Amethyst Mine Panorama for gem collecting, Mount McKay for breathtaking overlook views, the Alexander Henry museum ship and maritime history, unique Indigenous art galleries, craft breweries including Sleeping Giant Brewing Co., and exceptional dining throughout the vibrant waterfront district. The region offers world-class outdoor recreation including fishing remote wilderness lakes, paddling pristine canoe routes, hiking the boreal forest, and experiencing the raw beauty of Northern Ontario's untamed wilderness
This magnificent handcrafted laser-cut wooden topographical map of Pakashkan Lake would create a breathtaking centerpiece in your Canadian fishing lodge, wilderness cabin, or home, celebrating your connection to this legendary Northwestern Ontario trophy fishing destination. The artistic design features a natural wood top layer that beautifully showcases the lake's three distinct basins spanning over 13,000 acres with approximately 60 miles of rugged shoreline winding through pristine boreal forest, while the water depths are represented through a captivating gradient flowing from light blue in the shallow bays where rivers enter to rich deep blue at the 70-foot maximum depth. Every rocky reef, protected bay, small island fishing structure, connecting stream to the Grew-Weaver Canoe Route, and depth contour across the three lobes is precisely laser-etched into the multi-layered wood construction, creating a stunning three-dimensional piece of wall art that captures the wild character and trophy Northern Pike and Walleye heritage of this remote Canadian Shield gem accessed only by rugged logging roads into the heart of Thunder Bay District's vast wilderness
Dimensions:
Small: 8"x12"
Medium: 12"x18"
Large: 16"x24"
Extra Large: 20"x30"
XX Large: 24"x36"
Gigantic 30"x45"
HD Extra Large: 20"x30" - 15 Layers
HD XX Large: 24"x36" - 15 Layers
HD Gigantic 30"x45" - 15 Layers
The difference between standard and HD maps is the number of layers. Standard maps have 1 land layer and 7 water layers. " The HD lake maps have 1 land layer and 14 water layers. So twice the detail. The HD Maps are limited to Extra Large, " XX Large, and Gigantic sizes only. On the smaller sizes the depth change of the wood is too extreme and you end up losing detail.
Cribbage Boards - 10"x14" - Your choice of Maple or Cherry wood, 2 or 3 runs, and your choice of peg colors.
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About our Maps
Every map is designed and built in Minnesota. Nothing is outsourced and nothing is imported.
- Designed in-house. All art files are created by me, not purchased or reused
- True layered 3D construction. Not engraved or printed
- More layers, more detail. Most competitors use 3 to 7 layers. These use 8 or 15 layers
- Original blue depth gradient. Light to dark blue shows water depth clearly
- Handmade hardwood frames. Built from locally sourced rough sawn lumber, not pre-made frames
These are built to be the most accurate and most detailed 3D lake maps available.
Horn Dog Maps vs Others
True layered 3D construction
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: Sometimes
Designed in-house (no purchased files)
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: Sometimes
Etsy Sellers: No
Made in Minnesota
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Number of layers
Horn Dog Maps: 8 or 15
Other Companies: 3 to 7
Etsy Sellers: 3 to 7
Blue depth gradient water
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Handmade hardwood frame included
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Uses multiple depth data sources
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: Sometimes
Etsy Sellers: No
Custom lakes without delays
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Connection to the lakes
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these actually 3D or just engraved?
These are true 3D layered maps.
- Made from 1/8 inch Baltic birch
- Standard maps have 8 layers. 1 land layer and 7 water layers
- HD maps have 15 layers. 1 land layer and 14 water layers
Each water layer uses a light to dark blue gradient so depth changes are easy to see.
Where are these made?
Everything is made in my shop in Minnesota.
- Design
- Cutting
- Painting
- Assembly
- Frame building
The frames start as locally sourced rough sawn hardwood and are built from scratch.
Do you use real depth data?
Yes, as an angler and map nerd, accuracy matters to me. I use multiple data sources, up to six, to find the most accurate lake contours available.
I would not hang an inaccurate map in my house and I will not send one to yours.
Why buy from Horn Dog Maps instead of Etsy or marketplace sellers?
Most marketplace sellers:
- Buy pre-made cut files, often from overseas
- Have no connection to the lakes
- Cannot verify accuracy
- Have long delays if a file is not available
This leads to lower accuracy and longer lead times, often 6 to 8 weeks.
Because I design everything myself:
- I can create a new lake mockup in about 30 minutes
- You get a more accurate map, faster
What is your lead time?
Most orders ship in 1.5 to 2 weeks depending on the time of year.
Tell me about the Cribbage Boards
These are different from the layered maps and are not something you will find elsewhere.
- Made from a solid piece of Maple or Cherry
- The lake is engraved as if drained
- Then filled with blue tinted epoxy that is still transparent
You can see:
- Channels
- Humps
- Points
- Structure
Additional features:
- 2 or 3 track options
- Choice of peg colors
- Hidden peg storage with a magnetic dovetail slider
- Rubber feet so it does not slide on the table
It is a functional game board and a detailed lake model in one.