Duncan Lake Floating Tent Camp - CASEY

On Graham Lake, a 20-minute floatplane hop from Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories, Duncan Lake Floating Tent Camp — CASEY offers a rare blend of movable glamping and serious northern fishing. Two floating tents, The Joey and The Casey II, sit on aluminum barges that you can motor to a sheltered bay, anchor beneath boreal shoreline and fish for trophy lake trout and northern pike right from your deck. The camp feels like a small, private houseboat: 384 square feet of insulated living, skylight windows above the sleeping alcove, a wood-heat stove, propane cook stove and a portable on-board toilet.

A 16-foot aluminum boat with a 15-hp outboard comes with each camp, plus a canoe or paddleboard and four rods and reels; bedding, cookware and basic kitchen gear are provided. You arrive by deHavilland Beaver from a float base near Yellowknife, receive a short orientation, then relocate the camp to explore headlands, river mouths and quiet bays at your own pace. Graham Lake’s shoreline is carved from the Canadian Shield — exposed Precambrian rock and windswept black spruce — and the water holds large, wary trout that reward anglers who read the light and depth.

Summer afternoons are filled with busy loons and the chitter of swallows; in fall, the northern lights can unspool over a starlit lake and be admired from the bed’s skylight. Back at the marina, the lodge offers hot showers, a sauna and a hot tub so the comforts of civilization remain close. What makes this offering distinct is mobility: you aren’t tied to one bay.

Re-anchor the camp to chase calm water, wind shelter or a promising shoreline. That flexibility turns a typical fishing trip into a micro-expedition of islands, narrows and river inlets. It’s an excellent option for small groups who want isolation without full backcountry slogging, families with older kids, or anglers targeting trophy fish.

Practical details matter: aircraft baggage limits are strict; pack light and bring layers, waterproof footwear and polarized sunglasses. Fishing licenses are required and extra fuel for the outboard may be needed. For remote travel, Yellow Dog Lodge recommends trip cancellation and evacuation insurance.

Duncan Lake Floating Tent Camp — CASEY blends comfortable, stargazing glamping with hands-on wilderness boating and nearby lodge support. For travelers heading to Yellowknife who want to sleep under the aurora, fish from their porch and move their camp with purpose, this is a singular northern experience. Book through the lodge’s booking portal or the provided referral link to confirm floatplane schedules, choose your camp dates and review packing limits; expect an orientation, fuel planning and a final walk-through before departure to ensure safety and an efficient, unforgettable northern stay and bring a sense of adventure.