It rained most of the night and into the morning, so we were blessed with the pleasant experience of packing up camp in the rain this morning. After a quick breakfast of oatmeal we on the water headed north towards Mexican Hat Lake. Being rather windy we boogied to the first portage to get off the big water and tackle a series of streams, small ponds and short portages.

This area of the park was quite tranquil and reminded me of a smaller version of the Fall's Chain in the Quetico. The falls in Mexican Hat Lake are spectacular. It is just one massive cascade with multiple levels and channels.

We chose a campsite at the base of the falls on a point. It is one of my most favorite campsites ever! Great fire pit, views, and tent pads. We established camp right after lunch time and spent most of the rest of the day fishing and relaxing. The fishing in the pool below the falls was excellent. Greg and I pulled out dozens of pike and walleye. I had my best luck with Charteuse Twister Tails on an 1/8oz jig and Greg used white tube jigs.

Dinner was walleye filets with Cajun breading. Mmmm! We continued to fish until well after dark from shore catching countless fish until after 11pm. Looming Thunderstorms chased us into our tents for the night. What a good day!

Lakes Traveled: Lunch, Jake, Mexican Hat

8 Portages: 200m, 40m, 120m, 60m, 140m, 40m, 80m, 325m