We went in to Swan through BT last fall and if my memory serves me right it is about 4-5 hours to get there. The portages in between can be muddy. Only fished Swan and BT so no experience with the others. We got skunked at both Swan and BT, however I feel a skilled fisherman at the right time of year could have great luck. Skidway and dugout are quite shallow and weedy, there are a couple spots on dugout you’ll have to pull the boat over if water is low. This area has some great views! Make sure to look for the sandy beach on swan to go swimming and go for the site on the point across from the portage.