Fort Resolution

A stronghold of Chipewyan and Métis culture, Fort Resolution was established in 1786 as a fur-trade centre on the Slave River Delta. Fort Resolution lost its importance when aircraft replaced the sternwheelers that used to carry traffic on the Slave River, Great Slave Lake and the Mackenzie River.

Today Fort Resolution is a base for sport fishing adventures and explorations on Great Slave Lake. Drive here via Highway 6.

Don't miss the historical marker that commemorates the first community established in the Northwest Territories. Accommodations include bed and breakfast in town and wilderness cabins and camping at Little Buffalo River.

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Fort Resolution

Wildlife in the Gateway Region From the highways, bison, black bears and sometimes moose can be seen.	A National Historic Site Alexander Mackenzie set up a trading post here over 200 years ago.
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Let us take care of your business events. We organize conferences, meetings and staff retreats in the unique and beautiful backdrop of the NWT.

J's Bed & Breakfast

We offer 5 non-smoking rooms that accommodate up to eight guests; continental breakfast included; wireless Internet connection, satellite TV, laundry, pay-phone/fax. Preferably no pets. Full access to the kitchen. Come and visit Fort Resolution and view the Aurora!

Res Delta Tours/Taltson Big Pike Lodge

Boat tours in the wildlife rich Slave River delta and fishing at Taltson Big Pike Lodge.

Aurora Nights Lodge

Summer and winter packages on the Taltson River. Drive out by snowmobile from Fort Resolution or fly out from Fort Smith. Tent frame accommodation. Excellent fishing, custom packages.

Beaulieu Motel

4 room motel offers satellite TV and bathrooms in all rooms. Kitchenettes available includes fridge, stove, microwave, coffee maker, dishes and toaster.

Det'an Cho Tourist Camp

Gorgeous outdoor location for family reunions, or back to nature retreat. On the banks of the Little Buffalo River on Highway 6. Capacity 30. Cabins with kitchen, living room, bedrooms and main lodge. Just minutes from Great Slave Lake. Canoe rentals, paddle boats. Brochure. Open year round.

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Fort Resolution